Designer Handbags

If you a celeb junkie, you will have seen on Access Hollywood and read on your favorite Celeb Gossip Site that Jessica Simpson had quite rowdy crowd following her the other day; rowdy enough to need a beat down involving batons and handcuffs. What is the big deal about her? Was it her new handbag perhaps? Walking out of the shopping center as if nothing phases her and as if she literally has no idea what goes on around her, Jessica Simpson sported a stunning Derek Lam Violet Satchel. My closet hangs and loves Derek Lam and my hand could learn to do the same with this stunning grained and pebbled leather satchel with aged brass hardware. The signature mark on this bag is the engraved metal ring with two ram heads on the front. Buy it through eLuxury for $1950.

Watch the video of the ordeal here if you are reaaaaally bored.

Add a tiny bit of gold glitter trim and chunky metallic stitching to a simple yet stunning satin clutch, and you have the drop dead gorgeous VBH Satin Poche. The black satin rectangular body is well known and associated with VBH clutches, and this rendition is one of my favorites by far. For the gal who wants to showcase her funky personality yet still needs nothing overly ornate, this clutch is perfect and also features a removable inside suede pouch. Dazzle your wardrobe via Net-A-Porter $1150.

To all of my friends I am a city girl. Truth be told, there is a bit of a country girl in me. My mom grew up around the farm, my grandma grew up on a farm, and I’ve been known to throw on my Stetson cowgirl hat and do a mean line-dance. A little bit of of a Southern touch always soothes my soul and if done right, is perfect for even the biggest city girls out there. The Hayden Harnett Barnard Crossbody Saddle Bag is ideal for anyone who needs to be hands free, prefers a more ergonomically correct bag, or just really loves the crossbody/messenger style. Resting right at the hip, this handbag features a top flap with a simple magnetic closure and equestrian styled stitching. We all worry about the size of a bag; will it fit all of our necessities, which list keeps on growing. This bag has two large inner compartments and a back zip pocket. The dimensions are large but not overpowering. Hayden Harnett is experiencing quite a buzz in the past few months and this bag shows exactly why. Via HH for $395.

Luscious black lambskin leather defines the Chanel Ultimate Soft Medium Handbag. Silver hardware and quilted leather are the perfect combination for this mod bag that is nothing short of exquisite. The silver chain shoulder strap has a leather top and there are two side pockets. Contact your nearest Chanel boutique or Chanel retailer via department store to nab this beauty for $1475.

A loyal reader has come to me in dire need of knowing the designer of Beyonce’s handbag. Possibly the lack of oxgen to my brain when I passed out last week or just a typical brain-fart, but I do not know the designer. Can any of you identify this handbag Beyonce has been seen sporting in Africa? Important details include the chunky bead detailing on the shoulder strap and tassels on the sides. I bet LL will send ya a big cookie if you can name this bag!!

Larger picture via The Bosh

Going along with the theme that I am so behind schedule from my crazy hectic life, here is a nearly archaic picture when it comes to celebrity timing. At the oh-so-ancient People’s Choice Awards, Halle Berry decided gold would make her golden (it did, she won!) and dressed in a bronze Gucci metallic dress. What we always focus on around here is the hand candy! Halle Berry’s Celestina Moonlight Loop Clutch was the perfect finishing touch for the special night. Celestina accessories are eclectic, very detailed, and nothing short of fantastic. The clutch is available via Barneys New York for $530.

Via Fab Sugar

Assuming that I get married, have kids, and at least one of my kids is a girl; my future daughter will be a handbag addict, whether she wants to or not. Many of the fabulous women on tPF have indulged their little girls with all sorts of mini designer bags, and I won’t even lie, if I could, I would. For a pre-teen, the Juicy Couture Terry Stripe Small Bowler can have any drippy and gloppy lip gloss without a huge worry of the bag being ruined. The color scheme is perfect, with blue, yellow, and white striped terry cloth with a vinyl anchor Bumble Bee appliquГ©. On first glance, this bag was just another Juicy bag atrocity, but with a little more thought, it would be the perfect gift for a younger girl. Anyone need a gift idea- try this! Via eLuxury for $165.

Separately, these four items may look killer (the Juicy shirt is a bit over the top and a bit look-at-me-look-at-me-spoiled-teenager-ish, but hey - it is kinda cute). All together, would I look like Britney Spears on her way to 7-11 for some Cheetos if I paired these four items together? I can’t quite decide, but green is undeniably a huge color for Spring 2007, gold is still as fashionable as ever, skinny jeans are sticking around and sticking tight, and a quirky shirt could be pulled off here and there. In my eyes, I am the chic Williamsburg gal that could rock all four items walking about the ‘Burg Saturday and sipping on a latte. But I am merely a girl from South Florida who loves fashion and lives in the Midwest. Sure, I love coffee shops, but not those ornate individual one-in-a-million ones, I love me a Grande Soy No Water Chai Tea Latte from Starbucks.

This outfit just seems so summer sultry, young, and fun to me. I’d first throw on this in-your-face Juicy Couture Ribbed Slogan Tank that reads “Buy me stuff”. Ok that is SO far from a hipster, but it made Vlad and I laugh. Shirt via Net-A-Porter for $58.

Next, I’d throw on a pair of skinny jeans like the True Religion Julie Skinny Stretch Jeans. When I say throw on, I mean lay on the ground and painfully pull parts of the jean/my skin up my leg until the damned things fit, then proceed to lunge around my room to the hallway into the kitchen, do a few squats, and hope to hell they don’t split. Yep, I am that girl. These jeans are a very classic TR style with their dark navy denim, stitched pockets, and the signature pocket pattern. If I am lucky, these jeans would stretch in all the right places, hold in and hide in all the right places, and not give me the hideous and fashion don’t muffin top. Via NAP for $195.

The accessories are the fun part. Vlad says no to these shoes, but I think the Christian Louboutin Iowa Patent Mary Janes have the ability to make passerby’s green with envy. Yellow, orange, and green are all the rage for spring (heck, bold colors are the new black) and these patent leather peep-toe Mary Janes are sassy, sexy, and so hard to pull off, but if you can, you are sure to at least make one person near drool. I just question if I could pull them off without looking as though I am wearing the Jolly Green Giant girlfriend’s shoes. $595 through Net-A-Porter.

Finishing it all off is a clutch of course, because who would I be if I did not include a handbag of some sort?! Bottega Veneta has the ability to either implement their already proven hit of woven leather but also can play around with designs from time to time and feature pure genius. Meticulously gold chain is coiled together to form the Bottega Veneta Metallic Box Clutch. The knotted rope fastening adds another dimensions along with lilac suede on the inside. Scrumptious. This is a perfect accessory to an outfit, which can be dressed up or dressed down via Net-A-Porter for $2250.

So there you have my outfit that I dreamed up while over-worked, stressed, tired, and really sore from my spinning class earlier. My old roommate who lives in Williamsburg, Tiffany, could TOTALLY rock this - actually, I spoke with her earlier today which must be what got me thinking and dreaming of her hipster appeal (she totally rocks it well!). Me, I may just need to stick with what I know works. Which of you dress similarly or could pull this off? Is this outfit Terrific or Trashy?

And by pink, I am referring respectively to the most lusciously feminine colors that have me drooling at the house of BV. From left to right, we have familiar designs and shapes in a color that is downright to-die-for. Left, is the Bottega Veneta Large Veneta, a highly coveted style with implements supple woven Nappa leather. Pre-order for $1630 via BV. Nestled in the middle is the Bottega Veneta Julie in a subtle mix of purple and pink Cervo leather. Pre-order for $1550. And lastly on the right, there is the Bottega Veneta Cocker which carries the pink hue of the Large Veneta and sports side pockets and a braid handle. Bu it via Bottega Veneta for $1580. If you are on the look-out for the softest leather and divine colors, make sure you check out the Spring 2007 Handbags at BV.

It has been a while since I have paid homage to the momma’s with babies out there. It is kinda funny, because you would think I pay more attention to it all- seeing that I am a part time nanny of sorts. I watch the most adorable little girl who has a baby brother or sister on the way. Ask me about all the latest DVD’s, toys, and craze for the life of a 2 year old, I know it. Right now I am starting to think of a baby bag for the expecting mom. For a late spring/early summer baby, a bag adorned with flowers is practical and fun just like the Petunia Pickle Bottom Dogwood Blossom Bag. All that is packed into this bag is what is truly important for a mom with baby on hip, but the color arrangement is beautiful, including a brown/teal/raspberry/tan floral brocade. The slue of add-ons include a shoulder strap with a cell phone holder, a key clip, front and side pockets, a detachable stinky diaper pouch (we know how bad the smell gets), water-resistant liner making it easy to clean, four bottle pockets, a wipe case, a changing station, and ample room at 14″H x 15″W x 4 1/2″D. The price is right ($175 through Neiman Marcus), and in my opinion the bag has all a mom could want. What do you mother’s think?