October 2009 Archives

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

PEPE LE PEW
Do you smell something?  Oh right, it's Halloween!  And that's when the crazies come out to play.  And really the only time the skunk, otherwise known as the Curella de Ville look, would be cool and fun.  FENDI SKUNK FUR PEEKABOO ROLL BAG at Saks Fifth Avenue for $1970.

MUST HAVE ACCESSORY FOR YOUR MICHAEL JACKSON COSTUME

You know you're dressing up as Michael Jackson this year.  Everyone else is.  But you will be the real MJ, not that red leather jacket with excessive zippers MJ.  Deep down he was a true Balmain man.  Respect him.  Balmain Punk Sueded Stud Bag at Net-a-Porter for $3925.

Above Jamie Lynn Sigler is pictured all smiles in her Bulga Fall/Winter 2009 Savile ($545). This strikes me as an easy-to-wear, well-priced everyday bag. It comes with plenty of pocket room, small handles, and a larger strap for convenience and Bulga's leather is usually softer than that of most other similarly priced contemporary designer bags (like the ones from Marc by Marc Jacobs, for example). The only thing I don't like is that the bag is lined with this colorful paisley print (eeck!).

What do you think about the Bulga Savile? Snob or Slob?

Been very busy this week, flew back to LA from Asia and went to work immediately while severely jet lagged. We attended the Women's Conference (with 50 amazing and inspirational speakers!) on behalf of Glam in addition to doing a lot of market research work (code for shopping on Rodeo). We have not had much time to blog but will be back to regular schedule next week! Meanwhile, I thought I'd share a few laughs with you. I came across this photo and almost spit out my cupcake-- what is this hideous thing Catherine Zeta-Jones is carrying? I have no idea what brand this is so please help us identify this god-awful bag! I think Catherine just carries whatever is free cuz she has a really weird collection of bags and I can't really imagine anyone actually paying for this hideous mismatched patchwork bag, can you?

Rare Pristine Vintage Red Epi Leather Giant Clutch and Limited Edition Oskar Waltz Runway Bag in Ostrich, Lizard & Snake

We are really excited to be working with Portero. They carry authentic pre-owned bags and most are in pristine condition, some have never even been used! So why not save some money if you're getting what you want anyway? Because Bag Snob readers are so special, they are allowing you to get in on their "Now or Never" sales, which means for a limited time frame, select bags are are additionally discounted. Today from noon - 5pm EST, there is a Louis Vuitton sale with an additional 10% off. Click on this link here to shop the sale and use code SNOB.

I am loving about this new Smythson hobo. With a Smythson, you stand out with a unique bag, trust me, I have never run into another person with the Smythson Nancy when I carry it. But the distinct quality and the style give away its luxury status. The Erica is easy and understated, the denim does all the talking - how fabulous is this color?! This is a hobo with a flap and magnetic closure, you don't see that everyday. The clasp is an Italian briarwood called Erica Arborea, thus the name. The sides unzip to expand the bag. My favorite detail of a Smythson bag is the satin lining, always in a bright unexpected color and this denim has a malachite lining that is an explosion of vibrancy. At Smythson for $1460.

Thank goodness for the Gryson Violet in Deep Wine ($775) that Emily Blunt is sporting otherwise the stand-out star from The Devil Wears Prada would be wearing a serious disaster of an outfit (note that the images above were shot on the set of her new film so she's in character). I've been noticing that a lot of fashionable ladies have been opting for bolder color bags this season (the Violet is available in a variety of colors).

What do you think about the shade of Blunt's Gryson?

55 Secret Street weighs in on Newsweek's Zahara Jolie Pitt hair controversy and wants to know,  "Are We All Really "Team Zahara?".

Stiletto Jungle thinks a wrap sweater you can wear 6 ways is perfect for fall.

All Lacquered Up takes you backstage at Carolina Herrera where made its runway debut.

Heidi & Spencer dress as Jon & Kate for Halloween - Allie is Wired has the pictures.

Fab Sugar has the metallic jacket Trend Alert!

Bag Bliss loves the latest arm candy by Felix Rey.

There is so much talk about lash enhancers, but what about the brows? Beauty Snob has the product.

Coquette wants to dress up her MacBook and iPhone in the upcoming new Mulberry accessories for Apple products.

The Daily Obsession shares a never published before beauty tip.

Fashion Pulse Daily has teamed up with Manhattanite to give away a Nip & Tuck Hollywood Basket, full of Foot Petals, Miss Oops, and Hollywood products!

The Jet Set Girls pick the black nail polish for Vegas.

KRISTOPHER DUKES is wanting, wearing, and hating the Salvador Dali "Bird In Hand" compact.

Second City Style takes a look at Where The Wild Things Are on the runway and the real way.

From ankle height to over the knee, SheFinds has all the best flat boots to let you walk, run, and skip through fall in style and comfort.

Shopping and Info found the best black cashmere cowl neck sweater.

The StyleBakery.com editors share their Top 10 Picks for Fall, totaling over 100 must-buys for every budget

Stylehive is thinking the basic little black dress has been a bit too nice lately, and is loving black leather dresses for fall...

The Beauty Stop dishes about Reese Witherspoon's beauty secrets.

The Shoe Goddess has fallen in love with this pair of amazing Azzedine Alaia Buckle Boots!

V-Style Loves Thakoon's Mirror Mosaic Booties for fall.

eye4style has the scoop on what's next for New York City's legendary Limelight (hint: it involves shopping!).

Tot Snob has this ingenious booster seat that safely straps your tot to any chair, or to you while sitting on your lap!

How does Givenchy keep doing this? Design a bag that is so simple yet utterly amazing!! OK, forget everything I said about any other one off bags, if you are looking for just one all around great piece for the season or for the year, this is it! The sides unzip to add room in the gusset but this is also very trendy now to have exposed zippers. But, it is not so out there that is will be outdated anytime soon. Magnetic closure, canvas lined and the handle drop is 4.5", so make sure this works for you because that is a bit on the tight side. The bag itself is a good size, 12.5" x 16". At Barneys New York for $1750.

BOTKIER is our go to source for casually chic bags that won't break the bank. The latest effort, the Michelle satchel, is a collaboration between Monica Botkier and Michelle Trachtenberg to benefit Oxfam International, a charity that fights poverty around the world. A portion of proceeds will be donated from your purchase of the Michelle! This is a great year round bag in a distressed blue denim lambskin with braided handle detail and large exterior side pockets--lightweight and functional plus you know how we feel about blue bags!  I love blue denim color but hate actual denim bags so this is the perfect solution for me.  And with Oxfam's involvement, how can you resist? Priced at $545 and sized at 14"x9.5", this is a great kick around bag and will get more lovable with use. See more details here.

The Michelle bags are estimated for delivery by 11/15. Please email Jinnie to place your pre-order.

Leopard was a big trend at the Spring Summer 2010 runway shows, so it seems that, at least for now, the bold print is here to stay. On the left Tinsley Mortimer is pictured in a Leopard Jimmy Choo clutch which I think does a great job of spicing-up her outfit. Does anyone else think we have Kate Moss to thank (or blame...depending on your stance), for this trend? Every time I see Moss in a leopard bag, jacket or booties I swoon at how effortless she makes something that could so easily look tacky, look so damn hot! That said I think Tinsley Mortimer demonstrates that the key thing with leopard is wearing it in small doses and with under-stated accompanying pieces.

What do you think about leopard bags? Snob or Slob?