Today I checked out the Ideeli Red Sale. The prices were amazingly low. I have never seen a new Rebecca Minkoff or Gustto bag sold for $99. With this kind of price, the merchandise are certainly gone in an instant.
A lot of people look at me all weird when I told them that I like to shop online. The low prices and the convenience are the main reason for my online shopping habit.
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Young at Heart
Before each designer and her mother decided to introduce a “younger, hipper” spin-off line, there was Miu Miu. When the academic-turned-fashion designer Miuccia Prada launched her collection in 1992, it was the subject of some head-scratching. How could the Milan-based fashionista top the winning formula of Prada, her Italian megabrand which has launched countless trends and even more look-alike designs?
Easy. She did it by creating a collection that is equal parts serious fashion and serious fun: from sixties-style swing coats to colorful frocks to artful accessories. Perhaps that’s why it’s a favorite among the cool girls in Hollywood like Maggie Gyllenhaal, Selma Blair and Kirsten Dunst, who’ve all starred in Miu Miu’s advertising campaigns. Now that’s what we call a celebrity endorsement.
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Fashion’s First Family
In the 1920s, when Adele and Edoardo Fendi ran a small shop in Rome, peddling fine leather and fur goods, they had no idea that one day it would become a global fashion powerhouse. By 2008, thanks to their five savvy and extremely stylish daughters: Paola, Carla, Anna, Franca and Alda, the Italian brand is coveted from here to Dubai.
During their worldwide expansion, the Fendi sisters were clever enough to hire the legendary design guru Karl Lagerfeld, who helped create everything from housewares to handbags, including the famous baguette that launched a thousand look-alikes and a few sample sale frenzies during its time. Fendi’s signature double F logo stamped on all of their premium products, has lured celebrities from Mischa Barton to Sarah Jessica Parker to Kanye West, who once shaved the symbol into his head. Talk about brand loyalty.
Save up to: 65%
Event Starts: Friday, May 22nd
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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.
The Lining
I don’t really like the lining material, it is satiny looking with busy prints.
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
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
Cynthia Rowley Handbag Sale on Ideeli
Wednesday 5/6
Save up to 58%
Starting prices: $151
Garnering inspiration in everything from brightly colored candy to vintage thrift shop finds, Rowley crafts looks that are both sumptuous and sophisticated. The Council of Fashion Designers of America recognized her vibrant spirit, honoring her with the Perry Ellis Award for New Fashion Talent in 1994. Since then, her reputation for carefree designs executed with a meticulous attention to detail has established her as one of America’s great designers. From dresses to shoes to handbags, her collection proves that fashion should be fun and that girls are never too old to play dress up.
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Here is how:
Step 1: Buy your bags at deep discounts.
I usually can get my bags at deep discounts. Especially in this economy when everything is pretty much on sale. I don’t buy my bags right when it comes out because it won’t be on sale. To be a smart bagaholic you should be patient in shopping. Always look around and find the best price. It’s really not that hard. All you have to do is just click, click, click. I like to go on eBay, Bluefly and the private sales sites such as Ideeli, Gilt, Hautelook and Rue La La. If I happened to go out, I like to check out Saks and Neiman Marcus outlets. They sometimes have very good deals. If you are not an experienced eBayer I would suggest to be extremely careful when shopping on eBay for designer bags, such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Hermes, Prada, Bottega Veneta, etc. These particular brands are a common target for counterfeits. If you are new to eBay, start by buying contemporary designer bags such as Rebecca Minkoff, Bulga, Gustto or other similar designers, because those brands are not widely counterfeited yet. If you don’t mind buying vintage designer bags, there are also some reputable sites that sells pre-owned, gently used, authentic bags such as, Yoogi’s Closet, Authentic Bags for Less, and Fashionphile. I don’t have any experience with these sellers however, I’m sure you can go to the Purse Forum and ask for tips from those that have done business with them.
Step 2: Keep your bags in good shape.
Use you bag gently and maintain your bag well, so that it will look almost new. Read here on how to keep your bag looking nice and new. This step is very important in order to recoup most or a big part of your investment.
Step 3: Sell the bags that you haven’t worn in a year (except for classic bags).
I’m the kind of person that gets bored easily. Whenever I have some new bags I tend to use the newer bags more often compared to my old ones. Set aside the bags that you haven’t worn in two seasons (I’m talking about fashion season which is spring/summer and fall/winter). Try to sell it. I prefer selling my bags on eBay, because I usually can recoup most of the money I paid. Sometimes, I even make a little profit. However, if you are not familiar with selling on eBay, you can always sell it to someone you know or to the pre-owned bags seller that I mentioned in step 1. With the money you made selling your old bags that were just sitting in your closet inside the dust bag, you can now shop for your newest obsessions.
As for classic bags, you probably don’t want to sell them yet after a year because these bags tend to appreciate in value over time.
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I can’t believe that I almost miss a sale. I really should start waking up early and check my emails. Today, after I came back from taking my daughter to her dance class, I checked my email and found an email from Joi Wheatley of Ideeli. She told me about Rebecca Minkoff sale that is going on RIGHT NOW, and the prices are cheaper than ever! Believe me, I know it when I see a good deal. Hurry!
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