December 2006 Archives

This Nuti clutch in ostrich is absolutely to die for! Ostrich is big these days, it is taking over croc and we are so loving it!! The skin is so much softer and the texture makes for that tonal interest you don't get with other skins. This clutch is sheer perfection from the signature ruthium ring, the fabulous shape, the sublime detail of every stitch to the baby soft suede lining that makes you want to crawl inside and take a nap. We love clutches for day and this is THE greatest all day clutch out there. Although great for formal occassions as well, it is big enough for daytime essentials like wallet, phone and cosmetics. Sometimes, it is so liberating to be free of your 10 pound bag. Measures 10" w X 5 1/2 L x 2" deep and comes with a detachable shoulder strap. Available at LuxCouture for $1225.

Left: Candida bag in olive leather Right: Consuelo bag with crocodile detail

One of my favorite designers, Derek Lam, is on a roll lately! First the announcement that he's been named Creative Director at Tod's and now a line of to die for bags. His latest efforts (Candida, Costanza, and Consuelo), in croc or leather, are smokin' hot bags that will send bag lovers into a frenzy when they appears in stores. Like his ever so popular dresses, these are basic bags with a twist. An unexpected detail like crocodile flap on a simple bag such as the Consuelo is quiet luxury at it's best. Having a sister with a busy lifestyle who constantly reminds him of the needs of the modern woman, Derek really hit the mark with the Candida. We'd use this as our "lifestyle" bag for days that require us to lug around lots of stuff, we love the different zippered compartments for stashing our goodies for either travel or pilates class.


Costanza bags in tan and green patent leather

The Costanza bag has "it" bag stamped all over it, this is something I would carry to lunch with the girls or to dinner. I love the modern structured shape with contrasting patent leather and barrel shaped lock. The emerald green one is just the kick of color I want come spring!

Net A Porter's sale on bags has a great selection for gift idea for yourself and your loved ones! These are really great prices for those who want the best but can't justify the prices. Don't compromise your taste, shop sales!

Get the Alexander McQueen Leather Novak for only $735. It is an iconic bag you will want for your collection.

The Chloe Washed Tote is perfect for the everyday to kick around and at $996 you won't feel bad carrying your shoes in them.

For those who are looking for the one great bag to buy, this Bottega Veneta Umbria is a classic you can wear with everything. It also makes a great gift for your mom, at 40% off for $1428 you can be the golden child without going into your 401K.

We give Marc Jacobs a bad rap but we are ok if you get his stuff on sale (which you always can) and this Capra satchel is a nice bag for only $810.

Meli Melo's limited edition bag is creating quite a stir in London. It is a pink metallic tote lined with printed phone numbers for important hot spots around town, like spas, restaurants, salons and even the dry cleaner. We love this idea! Wouldn't it be great if you could customized it with your own set of must have numbers? But they are coming out with Paris, New York and Milan editions soon. Margherita Missoni, Anna Wintour, Sienna Miller, and Elizabeth Saltzman (editor of Vanity Fair) have all been seen using it, although I can't totally picture Anna Wintour with this bag. The concept is great but the bag itself is just a giant utilitarian tote and although we love pink and we love metallic, this combo just somehow seems a little much. £450 (approximately $885 USD) by special order through Meli Melo.

For those of you who have written to us about loving Vivre's fabulous selection of goodies but not the shipping rates, now is your time to order what you want with free shipping! Code GFS126 at checkout.

I love this story from TMZ about Scout Willis (Demi and Bruce's daughter) working at Marc by Marc Jacobs in LA. Not that I care she is rich and is working, what's ridiculous is that she has the resources for a better wardrobe yet she's wearing this hobo inspired outfit. All I'm saying is, you couldn't show up to work at Chanel looking like this.

Fab Sugar helps you find the best jeans out there. That is quite a feat!

Get your wallets out girls, Second City Style opens The Store. Lauren's hand picked favorites from Chicago designers.

KRiSTOPHER DUKES picks a fab gift for your BFF: a Monogram Versace Bracelet

Glamour on a Budget has tips for the guy who is still using creepy towels he's had since college...
Coquette goes fashionably tech, with pretty techy things for your holiday list.

Join the conversation at eBeautyDaily about the Victoria's Secret fashion show.

One of our favorite bag designers is once again making us weak in the knees with this amazing elegant and ladylike calf hair chain bag. I love the combination of the chain and leather handle, it makes it less bulky and easier to carry. We've all had to deal with the annoying chain slipping off our shoulders! The leather detail along the center with the hardware makes this bag absolutely perfect. You can't go wrong with this bag, it just says to the world, "I am a classic beauty!". Net-a-Porter for $1125.

For those who live in NYC, you will want to show up to Carlos Falchi sample sale. The sale will have great styles including his signature exotic skins at 50% off and more! This brushed bronze nappa retails at $895 and is only $385 at the sample sale.

The special Friends and Family event, which our readers are invited to is Tuesday December 12 from 10-12pm. The regular public days are Wed Dec. 13 from 9-6pm and Thur Dec. 14 from 9-3pm. 411 5th Ave (btw 37 & 38) 3rd Floor.

Are there a lot of dead skunks on the streets of Colombia? I am guessing Nancy Gonzalez was running out of crocodile skin so she decided to dangle carcasses of road kill on her bags. Maybe she should consider other alternatives such as python, lizard, or lambskin. Not as exciting as crocodile but much more attractive than this mess. $4,800 at Bergdorf Goodman. As if!

For the true urbanite who doesn't care about the latest "it" bag but celebrates her own individual style, Lanvin's New York bag is the answer. A unique take on the wristlet bag with a harder edge and double handles for versality, this is a bag that will reach cult status the minute it hits the streets. There is also a detachable leather strap that you can use to hang on the back of your chair at lunch or to strap it on to your lifestyle gym bag. However you carry it, you can be sure you will set tongues wagging. At Barney's or Lanvin.com .