Designer Handbags

For the first pretty much ever, I can say that Paris Hilton and I have something in common. She has been soaking up the sun in a bikini… Just like I have been doing in sunny South Florida! Total stretch, but I figured it was worth a shot before the end of the year. Anyhow, down under in Bondi Beach Paris Hilton has been seen ‘candidly’ posing perfectly for the paparazzi with her pal Kim Kardashian. Other than the overly logoized Louis Vuitton Bikini, Paris and Kim are sporting the bag of right now, the Louis Vuitton Miroir Alma GM. Totally bling bling just like Paris’ style, this line is silver and gold hot and pricey ($2100) and nearly impossible to find. Inquire at your LV boutique or try your luck through a re-seller. More info on the Miroir line here!

Disclaimer: I hate the new naked bag trend. I know these clear plastic and PVC bags are waterproof, and Chanel’s doing it, and blah blah blah, but I don’t need anyone to know what I’m keeping in my bag. Yeah, you can line it with a scarf, but the scarf might slip, revealing your tampons, your soggy half-eaten sandwich, your weed pipe, your knife fetish. I carry my life in my purse, and people are judgmental enough without these little details at their disposal. So there’s the disclaimer.

Here’s the blog. I love this S/S 07 Dolce & Gabbana Miss Blade Handbag. I don’t know if I would buy it for the reasons stated above, but it’s freakin’ cool. Check this out: it’s two bags in one without any of that cop-out reversible business. From one side, it’s this funky clear bag - and to its credit, it’s not entirely transparent - with a bit of a fortune-cookie to its shape, fun handle placement, and sweet side flaps. Now put your hands to those side flaps and compress the hell out of this thing, and you have a classy little patent bag with a gold chain. Very now without risking a big faux pas. You could take this more demure version to a nice dinner, and no one would know that you’re one transformation away from showcasing your flavored condoms or whatever else you have stashed in there, you naughty, naughty girl, you. Pre-order this changeling purse for 995 euros, around $1,307.13 at Luisaviaroma. Expected to ship in March.

By nerdphanie, The Shopping Nerd.

This post is way overdue. I’ve been obsessing over the Marc Jacobs Sweet Punk line since I saw the Fluo Violet Sid in the November issue of Vogue. By all reports, these bags are made of the softest, most supple goatskin leather you’ll see for a while from the House of Marc. The meticulously distressed pyramid studs are perfectly punk rawk in a chic, unforced way. Here’s the Marc Jacobs Sweet Punk Debbie Handbag in turquoise, a sumptuous color worthy of the most fashion-forward nymph or mermaid. I adore the toggle clasp. In fact I think I need a bag with a toggle clasp. I just love the idea, and it’s so well-executed here. The turnlock is another point of interest, with two possible locks to lock. Debbie is heavy on the details, and she may not be a bag for the weak of heart, but at the end of the day, she’s a funky beauty with a classic hobo shape. I’d love to take her home. She’s $1800, call your local Marc Jacobs to track down this color. Photo from marcjacobs.com.

By nerdphanie, The Shopping Nerd.

Is this a winter wonderland must or a winter wonderland bust? This blond haired babe is decked in D&G snow white from head to toe. Do you dig the D&G Dolce & Gabbana Winter Outfit?

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The Spy bag hit big a little over a year ago and since then house of Fendi has designed quite a few hit Spy’s and quite a few total busts. My Honey Spy bag is absolutely stunning and I still am complimented on it whenever I take it out for a stroll. To add a simply drop dead gorgeous color to the Spy creation list, Fendi has designed a lush and rich blue, to make the Fendi Blue Lambskin Spy Satchel. I can attest to the supple leather, beautiful woven handles, gathered sides, and front flap all being designed to the utmost beauty. I am sure I would not be blue if I had a piece of this Fendi heaven. $2120 through Neiman Marcus.

Perhaps it’s that I’ve washed one too many practice football jerseys… but I’m not in love with the “cutout details” on the Miu Miu Large Nappa Leather Satchel. Come on you washers-of-the-jerseys, you know what I mean. Such a strong resemblance to the hole-y fabric of the infamous practice jersey on the beautiful bag, I don’t think so. Other than that, pretty style and comfortable looking shape along with a removable shoulder strap. Via Saks for $1495.

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Off the wall is part of Alexander McQueen’s middle name. This can also lead to extreme and complete odd ball handbag creations. I may have it out for shearling handbags, but come on, the Alexander McQueen Shearling East West Handbag has an angel staring at me. I am not sure the purpose of the angel; I was nice this year and Santa said so, I think I have a guardian angel or two, and really, what is going on? Check out the shearling angel, placed meticulously on this tan leather bag with over sized stitching (background for the angel) and shearling seams (just odd). Even worse, this bag is big, I mean 17.5 x 12 x 7 big. This takes me back to the days of Catholic School, plaid skirts, penny loafers, and oxford shirts, because I would feel very obligated to act proper if I were to carry a bag with a vision. Personally, I am not looking to find an angel in my grilled cheese nor on my handbag. Via Net-a-Porter for $2275.

I will always attempt to find fault with Cameron Diaz because she dates my first no-chance-in-hell-he-will-date-me boyfriend, Justin Timberlake. Since then, I have seriously wondered why I even found him so sexy (ok so he dances from his baby toe to his left ear perfectly) and ever thought I could just maybe meet him someday. Cameron and him make a perfect commitment phobic couple. Cam does not want kids until she gets enough sleep and Justin does not want to settle down. Lately Cameron has been seen with her dark tresses, a seriously sexy pair of heels, skinny jeans, and a hot handbag. Cameron Diaz has been carrying the Balenciaga Work with Giant Hardware Spring/Summer 2007. The giant hardware is a hit or miss for many BBag lovers, but there is no doubt this outfit is gorgeous on Cam. Ah well, I let JT slip by me to an older woman with a gorgeous new handbag. Call Balenciaga NY for further information, 212 206 0872 or contact your local Balenciaga boutique.

Lobster Claw necklace, $372. Cupcake necklace, $1250.

On both tPB and tPF this has been quite an amazing year! With the growth of the forum has come thousands upon thousands of members, many of which have become personal friends of mine. One of the sweetest gals I have met is a member of tPF and also an amazing jewelery designer. The woman we all know as Japster, the Hermes Token Heeb, runs Future Fashionista and is also offering killer savings until December 31st. With the code: ThankYou, you will receive 35% off all items, including sale items.

Fortune cookie necklace, $248. Whistle necklace, $320.

To begin our sale shop from home day, Net A Porter has an array of handbags marked down substantially (last weeks sale picks). While some of the bags are straight up fug, I was drawn to an assortment of black and white handbags, which we all know are color staples of every wardrobe.

Sleek, modern, defined, and sophisticated make the Jimmy Choo Coco Satin Clutch stand out. Nothing is more simple than this black rectangular satin clutch with gold casing around the oval cut out handle and magnetic fastening closures. Sexy in black via Net A Porter for $525.

Oh how the house of Marni has such polished and sexy bags. The cream polished leather bowling bag features a detachable chain detail that sports trinket and links across side of bag. Own a piece of flossy white magic via NAP for $991.80.

Find more black and white beauties after the jump!

Black take one is the Marc Jacobs Capra Satchel. Ok I told you a white lie, this bag is actually dark brown capra leather with faux gold and tortoiseshell buckle. The materials do not sound overtly stellar, but paired together it flows. $810 via Net A Porter.

Like a traffic light, the Corto Moltedo Susan Deco Clutch lines up three gold spheres on top of the mother-of-pearl rectangular rigid box clutch. Funky C and star shapes dangle from the chain. Funky white and fresh via NAP for $537.

Another handbag that looks black but is actually brown, the Derek Lam Large Leather Tote implements brass hardware and ruching at the top along with a funky brass ram heads on the front. Black, large, and on sale via Net A Porter for $1290.