December 2007 Archives

Happy New Year! Here is another amazing bag for your fun fabulous (and safe!) night out. Clutches are great, we love them, but when there is drinking involved nothing is better than a wristlet to free up the hands to keep your champagne from spilling. No matter what you're wearing, the silver satin and oversized rhinestone embellishments will be perfect. New Year's eve is the time to get a little exaggerated and have some fun! But our choice to celebrate the new year is Herve Leger. Tina and I went bonkers over their sale recently, how could you not just love the fact that this giant 80's trend is back? Sexy and simple and as flattering as you can get. This Herve Leger black bandage dress ($1250) is HOT HOT HOT, you will ring in the new year in perfect style and if you happen to meet the man of your dreams you know you will be looking your best. Truly the ultimate LBD!! And if this trend continues for another 20 years, this will be the most worn dress in your closet. Devi Kroell Satin Frame wristlet $1290 at Net a Porter. Happy New Year everyone!! We are looking forward to another incredible year here at Bag Snob.

So my big question of the day is what will you be toting on your arm as you welcome 2008? (who cares what you wear as long as you have a fabulous bag right!?!?) I have no idea what I am going to wear but I know I'll be using my YSL Muse lizard clutch! If you are still on the hunt for an evening bag, run to Saks immediately for one of these lovelies to help you ring in the New Year in perfect style:

Black- the perennial classic choice for evening.

Metallic Shine- Make a glamorous statement with a shimmering bag.

We'd like to wish you all a very Happy and Prosperous New Year and to thank each and every one of you for another great Bag Snob year! We look forward to entertaining you in 2008!!!

Oscar de la Renta Larrabe frame bagPauric Sweeney Star quilted bag

With an eye on women of color, 55 Secret Street gives you the Top 10 Beauty Secrets of 2007.
Stiletto Jungle dishes the Top 10 Sites for Designer Bargain Shopping.
Bag Bliss looks back at the top 10 celebrities and their designer handbag moments.
Coquette reveals her favorite Top 10 in Fashionable Technology for 2007.
Fashion Indie's Daniel Saynt picks The Ten Best Emerging Fashion Designers of 2007.
Bags, Bobs & Blogs: the Top 10 Fashion Moments of 2007 - Fashiontribes
KRiSTOPHER celebrates now, not the New Year, with an obi clutch.
My Fashion Life runs down the Top 10 Fashion Trends of 2007
The pessimist at Papierblog looks at the ten most disappointing moments in fashion for 2007.
Last year is so passe! Here are Second City Style's 10 Fashion Predictions for 2008! />
Stylehive brings you the top ten untraditional places to jet to for New Year's Eve!
Do you agree with eBeautyDaily's top ten beauty items she can't live without?
Tot Snob has an adorable organizer to help you keep your new year's resolution!
Fabsugar has a fab dress to bring in your new year!

1. Shade of Gray

Gray was the new Black of 2007! The YSL Uptown was our favorite bag this year and in gray, it tops our list as the ultimate for 2007.

Left: Burberry Toggle coat. Right: DvF Drop waist silver dress was $450 now $270
Designer Sale at Saks! Save up to 70% 12.25-12.26. Save up to 60% through 1.7.08.

Prices were reduced from 40% - 60% on eLuxury's winter sale but now you can take AN ADDITIONAL 30% off which makes everything on sale almost free :) The additional discount will be reflected when you put the item in your shopping bag.

Fendi B. Mix Leather Selleria Bag Was $1,410 reduced to $1,057. NOW $739!! This is a bargain you can not pass up!
Gryson Olivia Pocket Handbag Was $895 reduced to $625 and NOW $437!
Derek Lam Aggie Chain Handle Bag Was $1,400 reduced to $979, NOW $685!
MICHAEL Michael Kors Astor Large Satchel Was $298 reduced to $179, NOW $125!
Save up to 70% on your favorite bags from Fall! Shop the Handbag Sale at eLUXURY.com!

Slip on Michael Kors Bugle Beaded Shift Dress with this chic little Kooba Penelope Mirror Clutch and you'll be ready to welcome the New Year in style.

Although I just got my LAI croc tote, I am thinking I should have gotten the Nancy Gonzales that I was looking at. This tall tote is so flattering when on, I know that sounds weird to say about a bag but the elongated shape looks so great going down the side of the body. I also love the scalloped pleated details to give the plain tote some interest without getting too crazy with unnecessary accouterments. Crocs are meant to be classic and honestly if you're spending that kind of money on a bag you want one that won't look dated and stupid after a few years. I am weighing Nancy Gonzalez against LAI because their price and quality are comparable, although I want to say NG has a slight edge because the finishes are just a little bit tighter. The LAI tote has the stiffest most uncomfortable handles, while NG is friendlier to the skin on your shoulder. This might be a wash but NG's croc is lighter and thinner making it easier to carry but that might be due to the quality of the skin. It is really hard to find quality when you want a bargain and I guess that is the point here. I am perfectly happy with my LAI, it does it's job but it is certainly not my favorite bag. I use it as my work bag, it is super sturdy and the size is perfect. I guess if I bought a $30G Chanel croc I would feel guilty throwing my laptop and magazines in there. Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile Tote $4100 at Saks.

Only 48 hours left to sign up and win!!! The contest will end on Dec. 29th at midnight EST!

Your eyes are not deceiving you, we have snagged one of the most luscious bags from Nancy Gonzalez as our December giveaway! We know many of you have drooled over the turquoise crocodile tote (worth $1,750) for months so what better gift to give you than this gorgeous jewel of a bag? Turquoise is a color that will translate to any season and climate and crocodile is a timeless classic so you'll be loving this bag for years to come! Wear it with winter white in Aspen or your Eres bikini in St. Barts, it is a versatile and effortlessly chic bag that will guarantee you the center of attention no matter where you are. Dimensions: 11" x 7" - a great size for day or night! The rules are simple, sign up for our newsletter and you'll be automatically entered to win (the list will be shared with our sponsor, Vivre). We will pick our winner via random computer drawing at the end of the sweepstakes on Dec. 29th at midnight. Email us if you have any difficulties signing up!

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A big thank you to our generous sponsor, Vivre, for this amazing bag giveaway!

Turquoise is a hot color this Spring as you may have noticed, we introduced the Chloe Maya tote a couple of weeks ago with mixed reactions from our readers. But what about this Miu Miu ruched version of the tropical color du jour? Snob or Slob? Please share your thoughts with us!

The Miu Miu Small shoulder bag, $760 or £380.00 at Net-a-Porter