We have the ultimate gift guide for the ultimate mom! We are giving you fantastic ideas so you can be sure to get your fantastic mom (or your baby mama) the gift she deserves. There is something for every kind of mom, all Snob Worthy of course =) Also, share some of your good ideas and some gifts you have given from past Mother's Day that were a huge hit.
I am envisioning a girl, maybe me, wearing a summer shift dress in sandals, flats, skipping down the street with a giant smile. It's like a typical ad for anything but none of it works if she has a shoulder bag or giant tote, she needs this Jil Sander top handle tote that is small and white white. I just discovered that giant white bags do not really work (just had to return one), there is way too much surface area to worry about, but a small white bag is essential for summer fun. Well, this isn't tiny tiny, but I love that it folds in for a bowler shape or opened for a bigger tote. The rolled thread handles are all the details that is needed for the sumptuous soft leather, you wouldn't want to ruin the pristineness. Also comes in black (and the Crackled Black which I think is gross) but none of what I just said would apply. At Barneys New York for $1575.
Prada Antique Hobo SS2009; Ruched Hobo FW2008; Prada Tote FW2007
Prada might be facing the end if they do not figure something out quickly. Last year, their only saving product was the LG phone. Huh?? This is a design house built on bags! There are reports that say the company (including Miu Miu and Car Shoe) is losing something like $50 Million a day. How long do you think that can last? Taking a look over the past few seasons, it is easy to see the slippery slope that got them to this point. Fall 2007 was very promising, they came out with weird but inventive Muff Clutch that you slip your hand through but the big winner of that season was the muted earth tones that they did in ombre. It was a smash hit with style still classically Prada. Then last Fall, the lace and ruffles that look like wontons were silly and not wearable but still were spotted on the most serious of fashion victims, which was a good sign for Prada, it showed that their name still held power with some women. And now we have the Antique hobo which were only seen on celebrities who probably got it for free. How many of these can they really sell just based on the fact that the name Prada used to represent the chic and carefree fashion goddess? How can Prada be saved? I really wish I can help.
On April 23rd Carlos Falchi celebrated 30 years at Bergdorf Goodman with a retrospective exhibition. Not only were there gorgeous pieces dating back to the 70s on display, but Falchi designed 10 one-of-a-kind bags for the occasion. The designer himself was there and explained that five of the limited edition handbags were inspired by styles from his archives and five were inspired by New York City. When I asked Falchi about his favorite he said that they were all his babies and he couldn't choose, but if forced to pick he pointed to the Blue Python Signature Satchel ($3,940) pictured above along with its original sketch. More images after the jump!
Paris Hilton was asked on tape if she was concerned about the outbreak of the Swine flu on TMZ today and her response was "I don't eat that". Okay then! Apparently she is as wise and in tune to current events as ever. 
Oversized clutches are handy but this is "handy" on a whole other level. Literally handy, many many hands with rings and bracelet on to boot. Wow. This pushes the outer boundaries of ugly. I might have to take back everything good ever said about Carlos Falchi. Only the hands are of python, the rest is textured cracked leather, which is an interesting choice because they usually use snake or crocodile on lotion commercials to represent dryness. This is not even funny and costumey for special dress up occasions like Halloween, it's just bad. Maybe this is the "Why can't we all get along" version of patchwork to work in different patterns, colors and textures. But I am being lenient and kind flexing all my might to find an explanation and bright side to something that defies all rationale. At Bergdorf Goodman for pre-order, $1510. Thankfully, this is not allowed to be sold in California.
Beauty Snob - Attended the YSL Master Class with Val Garland.
Couture Snob - Can't wait to have the new Azzedine Alaia platforms.
Fab Sugar - Is preparing for the Costume Institute Gala's model show case with these model face off challenges.
Nitrolicious - Celine Dion Launches "Chic" Fragrance.
Purse Blog - Would much rather have this Gucci cake than a wedding cake.
The Find - Make a statement with these Luxury Loves Company tees.
The Thoughtful Dresser - Has a sneak peak of In The Loop.
Tot Snob - Is bringing back summer memories with this cute Lemonade Stand.
Lambertson Truex filed for bankruptcy because they're not selling enough bags which I can understand because I have never bought a Lambertson and I can't say that I know someone who has. And that's pretty bad statistics. But this one seems ok. But then again, it's a canvas tote and the only one who can make an industry out of that is Tory Burch. This one is by far cuter and better though. The silver leather handles and the white canvas is so crisp and clean for the summer. The tote is not huge but the gusset is very generous so will still fit all your big summer items. There are nice side pockets and even comes with a shoulder strap. A nice gift for your mom if she needs one. At Saks Fifth Avenue
for $295
Madonna has my favorite Louis Vuitton bag of recent years, the slouchy chic Mahina. The shape is modern and casual and it manages to showcase the iconic (if over exposed) logo in a subtle manner. This is the XL size ($3,360 and almost 30" wide!), way too big for me and for a person who is recovering from a recent horse injury. But then again, she's grinding the ax at the gym already, what's a heavy bag!?!? I personally like the L size ($2,740), it's still very large at 18" but it folds and drapes into itself, appearing much smaller. 
