December 2006 Archives

It has been over a year since we started Bag Snob and it is truly amazing how much has happened since. So, it is fitting that we changed our look! We all need an update once in a while and Bag Snob is certainly no exception. We love the new polished and cleaner look, thanks to the sweeties at Outsight Interactive. They were amazingly patient with our constant changing of minds. We didn't realize how much work goes into designing a website so we really want to extend our thanks and appreciation to Jon, Denise and especially to my special honey, Rich, for all his hard work keeping Bag Snob running on a daily basis. Without him, we would still be just 2 girls talking about bags on the phone =)

(Note from Tina: Rich is Kelly's hubby, her special honey who helps us run Bag Snob. My honey is my hubby David, he has many guy friends who read Bag Snob-you know who you are- so don't get confused or call David with crazy stories. And Kelly is right, we would not be here without Rich! :)

We were blown away when esteemed author Linda Grant requested an interview with us for an article she was writing for British Vogue's January 2007 issue. Since then, Linda has become our favorite writer across the pond and we look forward to meeting her in London one day! Look for UK Vogue at your local bookstore or newsstand! We feel so so lucky that our readers continue to trust our experience and advice when making their bag purchases, you are in good company, Vogue fashion editors around the world have emailed us that they too consult Bag Snob before making bag purchases. How complimentary is that? Look for Bag Snob in future Vogue articles around the world!

Check out Heather Hyde's fabulous jewels at Fab Sugar!

Coquette is inspired by the color of the season: Winter White!

Whether you celebrate 8 days or 12, Fashiontribes finds the Top 10 best gifts that give back.

Girlawhirl can mix and measure in her Prep Bowls from Mario Batali

Second City Style concluded their 12 Days of Christmas (Shopping) of staff picks. Here is a link to a recap (or a little last minute inspiration).

Stylbites dishes out tips on looking red carpet ready for every holiday party.

iPods, Nanos, Shuffles, oh my! Get the Top 5 iPods and iPod accessories at Stylehive.

The Jewelry Weblog reports on Lindsay Lohan's latest jewelry score.

Kristopher Dukes advises: Boys aren't born knowing diamonds aren't a girl's only BFF, so gift yourself this clutch.

From L.A. Story: Get Your Holiday Glam On with NARS Holiday Collection. A SPECIAL Face Chart Just for US!

Things Christina is wishing Santa to bring this year. :)

Glamour On A budget tells us the ultimate fake-o is disarmingly natural if you use nothing else on your face...and by 'nothing' I mean concealer, a bit of powder and lip gloss.

Haute for the Holidays Pt I: the first installation in a series of holiday style recommendations from Aesthetics + Economics

You think the Muse or the Chanel trash bag is ridiculously big? Well then you haven't seen the Grande Louis Vuitton Suhali tote. This is not only 19" x 14.3", it is also goat skin so you can just imagine how heavy it is. At first I thought this was some sort of luggage but oh no, it is a regular bag. I mean, say you do need a bag this size for all your stuff, the problem is once you fill it how do you pick it up? I tried picking it up empty (except for the tissue stuffing) and my shoulders immediately started shouting obscenities at me. Seriously, this bag is the size of my refrigerator door. At eLuxury for $3200.

It is the LAST day to enter to win the Devi Kroell ostrich hobo. If you haven't signed up yet, do it now!!! We will allow entries until Midnight EST. Winner will receive an email with subject: "Bag Snob Winner" so look for it on Saturday. We can't wait to see who the lucky winner is. Good Luck!!

Dear Bag Snob,

I want a white bag for winter but have not seen anything FAB, have you?

Thanks,
Melanie

Chanel 2.55 in white patent leather

Hi Melanie!
I just bought the most fabulous white patent Chanel 2.55 bag with gunmetal hardware yesterday at Chanel in Highland Park. It's from the resort collection and just arrived in boutiques this week. It is the perfect shade of creamy white and will be my constant accessory in Vail this month. Quantities are limited so call your Chanel boutique now! There is also a pair of matching quilted cork platforms in white or black patent that is to die for. I love the '60s mod vibe of white patent leather, think Audrey Hepburn driving her little convertible in "Two for the Road" with her white glasses and matching white patent accessories, tres chic!

Love,
Bag Snob

Left: Badgley Mischka Right: Nuti

LuxCouture is giving Bag Snob readers 25% off of their entire site with coupon code: BAGSNOB. Get your Nuti ostrich now at an amazing price! They have the best selection of up and coming designers like Giorgio Brato and B Romanek as well as a new collection by Badgley Mischka. LuxCouture.com

Fendi B.Mix Silver bag

Not that we aspire to match the holiday decor at Neiman Marcus but we just can't get enough of metallic! We're especially into silver, a glamorous alternative to your basic neutral shades of beige or gray and a classic that will last for years. Andre Leon Talley told me one of his favorite bags off the Spring runways was this Fendi B.Mix shopper tote and I absolutely agree! A reminder of simpler days at Fendi when a bag was about exquisite handstitched Italian workmanship on gorgeous leather instead of obnoxious giant buckles. Available at Fendi Boutiques worldwide. NYC store: 677 5th Ave - (212) 759-4646

I just received this email about a friend of a friend who is very sick and in need of a life saving transplant but has not been able to find a match. Please read her email and help if you can. I met Brooke briefly last June at a birthday luncheon and found her to be a sweet and beautiful women, 20 minutes of your time may save a soul.
Gratefully yours, The Bag Snob

LETTER FROM BROOKE

DEAR LOVED ONES, FRIENDS, AND FRIENDS OF FRIENDS,

This has been one of the hardest letters I have ever had to write. I am much more comfortable helping others than asking for myself, but I NEED YOUR HELP AND I NEED IT NOW.

I saw this bag at Neiman Marcus today and stopped twice to admire it before realizing it was a Ferragamo! These photos do not do it justice, in person, it is the softest shade of nude in buttery kidskin and you just want to cuddle it. I love that it does not have the over done Ferragamo buckle but a tiny engraved plate on the front, so subtle that you have to really squint to see it. The straps are adjustable which is an important design element for petite girls like me. The ruching on the sides are held together by straps giving the traditional bowler bag a very feminine look. Cell phone, blackberry, and zippered compartments ensure that you stay organized all day long. I love what Ferragamo has been doing since the cute grandson, James, took over it's line of handbags and accessories. Like his grandfather who started the company 90 years ago in Hollywood as a 16 year old immigrant, James is handsome, talented, and a hit with Hollywood starlets! $1,190 at Neiman Marcus