May 2008 Archives

Our faithful reader Janet alerted us to this MoMA tote bag - a total knockoff of the YSL Raspail painted canvas. It's so nice to have our readers doing the work for us! Now we can just focus on the bitching =) Now, you all know we love YSL but there are limits to everything and the love ends with this splatter canvas tote. The strange thing is, I like the MoMA knockoff, not only because it is $18 compared to the $995 YSL (it is on sale now for $895, jeez big whoop, it is still overpriced by at least $800) but because it is appropriate for what this really is and should be, a throwaway grocery store cotton tote. Of course the YSL is higher quality, it is structured with a gusset and piping, and the interior is immaculate, but that only proves my point even more, why go through all that trouble for something that is only useful for unimportant events like carrying magazines to the bathroom and pot luck to your in-laws? The one good thing though, MoMA has made the YSL brand a part of pop culture and that is definitely a plus for my "real" YSL bag collection. The MoMA tote is available at their online store and YSL Medium Raspail is on YSL.com.

You asked and we listened. Here are Ten bags under $1,000 that you are always requesting. Not to sound like a snob or anything but who knew this price point was so hard to stay under? I cheated on one bag that was around $1200-- it was just too cute to pass up. I noticed a pricing trend, most bags were under $600 or under $1200. Next time I will do a top 12 under $1200, that should be easier. I stayed away from Marc Jacobs bags and other obvious choices but discovered some cool indie designers along the way, this was fun! Enjoy~
1. Luella Agnes Shoulder Bag $920- this shimmering bag is an eye catcher, and the quilted snakeskin is so edgy and fun! Very 70s and London girl about the city. Metallic is a nice neutral for all the bright and bold dresses we're seeing this season. At Net a Porter

Jewel Snob glitters with Louis Vuitton Clous Bracelets!

Get Honeymoon perfect hair with T3 at Beauty Snob!

Tot Snob has a mom snob-worthy bag from Le Sports Sac!

The Thoughtful Dresser with a case study in thoughtful dressing.

Purse Blog ponders Balenciaga Giant City Bag.

Fab Sugar takes you on the SATC Bus Tour!

Hi girls (and boys)-- after traveling for two weeks straight (Dallas - Florida - New York - Dallas - LA) I am pooped -- apparently I am no longer the inexhaustible jet setting girl I was in my 20's but I am not ready to put away my passport, either. I will return to Dallas and pack for my 3 week Paris - Florence - London trip next week! I can't wait for the party with Lou Lou de la Falaise tonight and hope to see all of our LA readers!!! Splash News Agency is our exclusive photographers and videographers tonight so be paparazzi ready!!!

Looks like Valentino hired a new bag designer, Charo. Who else would come up with this ridiculous bag? As if appliques on bags aren't bad enough, they've upped the ante by making the bag itself one giant floral applique. And of course it is red so that no one will be able to overlook you major misstep in judgment. You know, the Valentino Histoire bag is ok, I personally don't like it but at least it has a look to it and definitely went through some sort of thought out design process, but honestly the rest of the Valentino bag collection has just been about over embellishing...with floral appliques and the occasional monstrous bow. Perhaps there are those women who love the Valentino name and will buy it just because, but if they really want to get a handle on the bag market and appeal to actual bag lovers, they need to stop making corsages. At Bergdorf Goodman for $2495, pre-order.

Rosier Tote $1950; Jardin Rose Framed Duffel $2395

Bottega Veneta on sale for $2086; Miu Miu on sale for $1113

This is what we've all been waiting for, the big huge Net a Porter sale!! A ton of the greatest bags we have been pining for all season is finally on sale, some up to 50% off!! These are the 2 I've been waiting for, classics that will keep its value and at 30% off, they are very smart buys indeed. The Bottega Veneta Intrecciato rectangular bag was $2980, it is on sale for $2,086. I have been dying to have this bag because although it looks boring and generic, it is most certainly not. If you unlock the lock and let the flaps on the sides unfold, the whole thing becomes this amazingly chic and cute triangular tote!! And the Miu Miu Oversized matelasse tote was $1590 is now $1113, perfect for the summer and is something that can come back each summer to hang out with you. Also, make sure to Check out Bag Snob's top picks because a lot of our absolute favorite must haves are also on sale, including Fendi, Jimmy Choo, Pauric Sweeney and Christian Lacroix. Now, let the fun begin!!

What a wonderful departure from its stiff and military shaped bags! This is my favorite Mulberry bag of the season; I love the slouchy and soft lines-- it's delightfully feminine yet still packs a strong punch with braided details. You can still distinguish it as a Mulberry with its signature hardware and subtle Bayswater accents but updated with boho chic style, it is so fresh and new! I am all about slouchy again, after a few seasons of structured and refined shapes via frame bags and skinny jeans, the inner bohemian in me is ready to step out! Bring on the bell bottom pants and the hobo bags, I've got my platform Alaia shoes ready and I can't wait to rock! The Agyness bag comes in two sizes, large $1,595 and medium $1,395 at Net a Porter.

NET-A-PORTER now has the newest FASHION TARGETS BREAST CANCER (FTBC) exclusives, so you can look fabulous all summer and feel even better knowing that all net proceeds from the sale of the products will benefit local breast cancer charities around the world. These latest items are part of the global partnership with The Council of Fashion Designers of America/CFDA Foundation Inc. Check them out, they are perfect for the hot weather right now. Love the DvF dress!!

Diane von Furstenberg Tuvallu jersey dress $355;