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05
May

hype-jordan-blackhype-jordan-blue

Likes:

The Size
It is big enough to carry all my necessities and more (16″ W x 14″ H x 5″ D)

The Pockets
There are two side pockets with snap button closure, so things won’t fall out, two zippered slit pockets in the front, three slide interior pockets, and one zippered interior pocket. All the pockets make it easy to organize your bag and you can find things quickly when you need it.

The Weight
When the bag is empty, it is pretty lightweight, because the leather is not overly thick. A light bag is always a plus for me, since I tend to carry more than I need to.

Dislikes:

The Lining
I don’t really like the lining material, it is satiny looking with busy prints.

You might want to know:

The drawstring is non functional, it is only for decoration purposes. The closure of the bag is a magnetic snap button, which I think is more practical than drawstrings.

You can buy this from Macy’s for $250

Deal Tips:

Here is some idea on how to get a good deal. I bought this bag in blue from Ideeli. The price was $94, I got $25 from referring a friend, so I paid $79 total including the $10 shipping.

Recommended: Yes

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04
May

heidi-montag-chloe-paraty

Image from Popsugar

The new bride Heidi Montag was spotted recently carrying the brown Chloe Paraty Python Tote.

chloe-paraty-python-totePython leather tote with gold-tone hardware. Chloé tote has two handles, one long strap, a long zip across the top to fasten, piped panel detailing, clasps at the side to expand, a zipped pocket on the inside and is fully lined.

Dimenson Width 14″ / 36cm; Height 10″ / 26cm; Depth 6″ / 16cm; Handle Drop 5″ / 13cm

Retail for $3,820 from Net-a-porter

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02
May

versace-turqoise-leather-fox-toteWhen I came across this bag, I immediately thought about my daughter, how she would scream at this bag.  Not because she’s afraid of all the fur, but because she LOVES the color. She loves everything blue, especially turquoise blue.  I’m sure she would love to have this bag. Unfortunately, my 3-year-old little girl doesn’t have $2,649.74 and more importantly she doesn’t know how to shop online. As for myself, I wouldn’t spend that kind of money for that kind of thing bag. It’s hard to imagine someone older than 12 pulling this off but I can definitely see Beyonce wearing this bag.

You can buy this from Bluefly. They are having a sale right now25% discount in addition to the sale price.
Versace turquoise leather fox large hexagonal tote
reduced: $3,532.99
sale: $2,649.74

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30
Apr

rocco-e-dante-olivia-bagWhen it comes to bags, I don’t limit myself to certain designers.  I love to check out new designers.  I like to have a bag that is unique and not easily recognizable from miles away. I prefer it when people don’t know how much I spent for my bag, just because everybody and their mothers have it.

Recently I was invited by a new designer, Tara Sauvage, to check out her handbag line. The brand is Rocco e Dante. Though I have never heard about this brand, I was very excited to review something new.

The bag that I like the most from the collection is this Olivia bag. I love the deep rich blue color and if you look closely, the color is gradient blue not just flat blue.  The pleating on the upper half of the bag is also very interesting, it adds texture to the bag.  I haven’t physically held the bag yet, so I cannot tell you anything about the quality.  However, I like what I see on-line.  You can see more pictures and buy it on Angel Handbags for $408 or visit Rocco e Dante official site for the complete collection.

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30
Apr

prada-snake-toteI could not stop giggling when I saw this bag.  It looks so scary.  You can call me unfashionable but it really creeps me out. Don’t get me wrong, I like exotic bags as much as the next girl, but carrying this one is like carrying a reptile.

You probably think this bag is made of snake skin right?  After all, it looks very snake-like. Wrong! This “snake looking” bag is in fact made of deer skin.  I like my exotic bags subtle, since I’m not sure I can pull off something like this. However, if you love this bag you can get it from Bluefly for $1,800.

Prada Tote

# Color: Natural / Grey
# Snake print deerskin with luxe sheen and goldtone hardware
# Raised logo ornament at front
# Top snap closure
# 14½” double handles with 4½” drop; 35” removable shoulder strap
# Leather lining with two interior zip pockets
# Measures 17” at widest x 14” tall at center x 4½” deep; weighs 3 lbs.

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25
Apr

christian-louboutin-schoolita-framed-bag

Christian Louboutin Scoolita Framed Bag $1,495 at Saks
Exquisitely soft calf, shaped and pleated into a graceful shape with a metal-framed top. Double top handles; 7½” drop
– Magnetic closure
– Protective metal feet
– Inside zip and cell phone pockets
– Bright cotton lining
– Signature charm detail
– About 15″W X 12″H X 5½”D
– Made in Italy
b-makowsky-florence-shopper

B. Makowsky Florence Shopper $238.40 at eBags

Crafted from soft, supple leather

– Double handles with 6-3/4″ drop
– Magnetic snap closure
– Chunky satin gold tone hardware details; B. Makowsky logo; pleat details
– Interior features signature lining; center zip compartment; zip pocket; 2 slip pockets
– 15-1/4″ W x 10″ H x 3″ D
– Made in China

Here are two bags that I think look very similar. I have to admit that I like the Christian Louboutin Schoolita a little bit better. I like the slightly curvier silhouette, the wider bottom, the softer pleat and the subtle gold tone hardware. However, for $1256.60 less you can get something that is almost as stylish with good quality.

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