Designer Handbags

Not only do I love Derek Lam clothing, but Derek Lam handbags are making quite a splash in the world of accessories. Personally, I am developing a crush on the Derek Lam Hildegard Hobo Handbag. Love the removable shoulder strap, love the supple white leather, love the pleats, and love the Aires ring on the front. Can you dig it? The price is not as amazing, but if you want a white bag and have a bit of extra cash, why not splurge a bit. Via Luisa via Roma for approx $2026.

NUTI is known for impeccable Ostrich that can make any woman swoon. This creamy Pirite Ostrich bag is accented with two gold ruthium rings. Named the NUTI Sevillana, this handbag can also be referred to as an East/West hobo and prides itself in being a perfect size, shape, color, and material for any woman. On the inside, signature orange lining is found alongside inner pockets for storing your essentials. Measurements are 18″ w X 13″ l X 3 1/4 deep with an approximately 5″ drop for the shoulder strap. The words that I hate to see after a bag I year for are “out of stock”, but I am sure Lux Couture will get you on a list or take care of you the best they can (GREAT customer service there!!!!). Make sure to check out all other Nuti items. Sevillana for $2700 via Lux Couture.

When you have a hit, keep riding the wave. Miu Miu hit big time with the highly coveted Coffer and for Spring/Summer 2007 Miu Miu has released the fraternal twin. Ohh and ahh at the Miu Miu Quilted Linen Hobo like I am doing. A perfect tint of metallic gold is splashed on the braided top handle, detachable body strap, and other slight trimming. I said it with the Coffer and I’ll say it with the Linen rendition, this is a sure to be hit and one of the most amazing and fun designs out there. The ruched linen body has a top flap, gold hardware, and front pockets. I can not stop drooling over this perfect sized hobo, 12″H X 15″L X 2”W. Get your hands on one at Saks for $1155.

The lovely folks at Fab Sugar posted about a Fiore bag that I also can’t decide Yay or Nay for. My gut feeling is Nay unless you are part of generation y, aka younger crowd, and this funky pattern works for you. Fab Sugar describes the Isabella Fiore Folktale Fantasy Trina Large Hobo Bag perfectly as a “soccer ball with a folksy, colorful pattern that calls to mind some bucolic Scandinavian village.” Nail on the head, right? Time after time I find myself saying that a bag could work ok with jeans and a teeshirt. I am going to say that for this bag, because for some odd reason I can’t say that I hate it, but for many reasons I am no where near professing my love for it. Buy it via Nordstrom’s for $625.

Tell me what you think!

{Via FabSugar}

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Brown and simple the Salvatore Ferragamo Sami Kidskin Hobo can be toted for everyday wear and no fuss. This rich leather bag sports a few quilted accents and ruched detailing on the side of the bag. Silvertone hardware is sleek and simple. This hobo bag also has double shoulder straps, a top zip closure, canvas lining and inside pockets. Measuring 8″H X 14″L X 6″W, this bag is as simple as it seems via Saks for $1190.

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If any of you have been wondering why I have been not around much lately, it is because I have been moving. Seriously, moving so much is a pain in the rear. After a wonderful summer in NYC, I packed up and moved back to the Mid West. Because I am a fashionista myself, I had 4 bags of luggage; 2 of them weighing nearly 100 pounds each. Ha. Once I arrived back in Ohio, it was time for another move. Vlad and I thought we did not need a moving company. Because of my bad shoulder I really was no help, which left Vlad carrying all of my stuff up 3 flights of stairs. Now he is bruised, I am annoyed, and I truly do not want to unpack. But once I do, I have to take a picture of my new closet! It is not the closet of my dreams (my dreams truly are unrealistic though at times

) but it is a closet to melt over! It is huge and roomy and just makes me smile REALLY big. So with all of the moving I have had to neglect the blog and forum for a bit. But I have a lovely vacation coming up and we have many things in store for you all. In the mean time, if any of you are thinking of moving, you may need a compass. Honestly, I don’t know of anyone that uses once since we have GPS now, but it is worth a shot. For stylish leather covered compass with gold details, hit up Barneys New York. The Barneys New York Leather Compass measures 2×2 and is available for $75 through Barneys in green, orange, and tan.

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I always wonder what it takes to have an accessory named after you. I need the specifics. Could I buy my way in, do I need to sing, should I dress like a hobo, should I be able to play the piano with my toes? In my perfect life, I would have an exquisite handbag named after me; one that exemplifies who I am as a person. I don’t see that happening any time soon, so I will chose to write about others who have had that happen for themselves. I am not sure if there is a specific Jessica in mind, but the Rafe Jessica Knotted Hobo should make all the ladies with the name Jessica smile. While having a bag named after you is wonderful, I would want my name associated with a bag that has a bit more going on than this Rafe number. This bag is made from brown Italian washed leather and features a knot on the shoulder strap. The antique brass hardware doubles with cowhide woven pull-tabs and seams. From the picture the size of the bag seems normal, but it is very large- 14″H x 24″W x3″D. I’m not saying Jessica is a boring name, but Rafe did not make this bag anything special in my opinion here. The bag is cute but plain. Maybe Jane would have been a better name to pair with it. Via Neiman Marcus for $575.

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I am still on the hunt for the perfect everyday bag that can sling across my body or provide ample space and a perfect slouch. It is the *new* New Yorker in me to look casual chic on the streets of Manhattan. Barneys is one of the stores to shop at if you are in NYC and their line of handbags offers distinct variety with an affordable tag. For a slouchy everyday bag we have the Barneys New York Sac Bag with Bamboo Detail. I wish the website offered dimensions but the bags shape seems to be large yet not bulky. Lucky for me I am on my way out the door to Barneys as we speak so I can check it out if it is available. Buy it via Barneys for $595.

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Last night was a semi-electric scare for me. Most of the world is experiencing this unbelievable heat wave and I went to an apartment that was 95 degrees with no electric last night. First I wanted to cry, then I chilled out a bit and sat there looking at my toes and realizing I needed a pedicure, and 4 hours later the power was back on. YAY! This ordeal warrants a new bag (so kidding, but that would be nice).

Chloe has been striking gold in the world on handbags, first with the Paddington then with the Edith. The next version on the block is the Chloe Large Edith Satchel. This version of the Edith is a satchel style in lush chamois leather. Silver metal hardware and top handles finishing off the main additions to this beauty. My favorite parts are the drawstring gussets, the slouchy and roomy shape, and the thick tonal topstitching. Other features are the already known side buckled details, leather tassel pull tab, and a front buckled strap. Overall this beauty measures 7 1/2″H x 15″W x 7″D. I love it. Available via Bergdorf Goodman for $1430.

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Many of you know well that Isabella Fiore is not one of my favorite designers. Her designs are very hit or miss with me, and I have seemed to have many more misses than hits. But the already known shape of this hobo, and the intricate but simple leather design has me oohing and aahing. The Isabella Fiore Large Leather Hobo is coined the “chain reaction” style with its supple leather body and embossed checkered pattern skin. The bag looks completely slouchy and perfectly fitting for my likes. There is woven chain trim and golden hardware. The shoulder strap has rings and the slouchy body finishes off with an open top. I must give Isabella a thumbs up for this one: she hit the nail on the head. Available in camel, black, or white via Bergdorf Goodman for a reasonable $675.

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