This Bottega Veneta Sculptured Tote is literally a woven bag with a twist. Instead of doing their regular weave the designers decided to twist some part of the leather to achieve a more 3 dimensional look. This definitely adds more substantial texture to the simple woven bag. However, I still prefer the original woven version without the gimmicks. Sometimes, less is more.
Pre-order from Bergdorf Goodman for $2,480
If you look at many bags every day, you’d think that after a while you’ll be able to recognize which design belongs to which designer, right? However, when I saw this Versace Patent Shopper, I did not think that it was a Versace. First of all, it is not outrageous enough. Second of all, there is no huge name plate or the famous Medusa head stuck anywhere prominently. I love it!
There are a lot of elements that I like about this Versace Patent Shopper. I like the gold hardware and red leather combination; it adds a little more of a luxury feel compared to silver hardware. The elongated shape will definitely flatter shorter and rounder body types. I adore the look of long bags, however it’s harder to find things in a long bag compared to a wide bag. With this Versace bag, you will get the advantage of the long bag look without sacrificing its practicality. This is surely a smart and thoughtful design. I also love how the designer did not forget the sides of the bag just like many other designers. More often than not, we see bags with plain sides.
One thing that I don’t like about this bag is the price. It is $3,705. I don’t understand how they price their bags but I honestly don’t think it is worth that much. It is not even made of exotic skin. If you must have it, I strongly suggest to wait for the sale. Buy from Nordstrom.
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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.
The leather on this bag is super soft and the bag is very light. The heaviest thing on this bag is just the big ring on the flap. When I went to Nordstrom, the helpful and friendly SA showed me a bag that she got from the storage room. It was a beautiful purplish blue, which I think is the most beautiful color out of all the Simones. I could not find the picture online so I just put the red one.
This bag has a soft look thanks to the soft leather and the slouchy shape. The knotted straps also add softness to it. One little thing that I don’t like about this bag is the wide stitching. I think the wide stitching is taking away some of the softness of the bag.
You can buy this from Jimmy Choo for $2,450.
Buy from Forzieri for $574
Buti Charm Drop Dark Brown Pebble Italian Leather Hobo Bag reminds me of Celine Bittersweet. Mainly because of it’s charm drop. I like the Buti bag better compared to the Celine Bittersweet, because it has more interesting hardware and strap. Do you notice how the knots attach the strap to the rings? They add the much needed interest to a simple bag without sacrificing its elegance. However, I’m not a big fan of contrast stitching. In my opinion, contrast stitching can cheapen the look of a bag if not done right.
The Buti bag ends just above the waist, which is really flattering for curvy women, while the Celine Bittersweet is more suitable for women with larger hips since the strap is shorter so it can easily be tucked under the arm.
Celine Bittersweet
Buy from Bloomingdale’s for $980
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Gossip Girl stars Blake Lively were spotted leaving The Waverly Inn carrying her Chanel Bubble Flap.
Chanel Cloudy Bubble Quilt Flap in Beige from the 2007 Fall Collection. This It is made of ultra soft, luxurious lambskin leather that has a slight distressed look. The leather is also padded with the iconic diamond shaped stitching. The large pocket on the back and flap with a magnetic snap closure. The hardware is a light gold tone which includes chains, magnetic snaps, CC, and zipper pull. The interior has a matching satin lining and features a zipper pocket, patch pocket, and cell phone pocket.
You can buy this from Fashionphile for $1,950
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