Frugal Snob

Laurence Heller was the fashion editor of French Elle for 17 years before going into design himself, so he certainly has an eye for style and the kindness to make it available at a reasonable price. I think these are the least expensive bags I’ve ever featured, and god knows they’re not the worst. The [...]

I just landed in Florence, so my mind is focused on all things travel! It’s hard to pare down your suitcase (I have three with me and had a nightmare the night before flying that Kelly and Rich left me on the curb with it all ‘cuz it wouldn’t fit in our car!) – I’d [...]

There are coincidences, and then there are bags that are simply too alike not to point out. Was Loeffler Randall‘s Rider bag inspired by Louis Vuitton‘s Monceau? A resounding yes! There are plenty of bags out there in the mini-briefcase style, but Loeffler Randall didn’t even try to make theirs vaguely different. This is a dead ringer, [...]

These are some blues that will never bring you down – a quick dip in crisp blue waters or lunch under sunny blue skies. Even if you live in an urban jungle where the sky is blocked by buildings and the sparkling ocean is miles away, one of these bags can be your daily escape [...]

The time for fun in the sun is almost here, but are you really ready to head out to the beach? While we Snobs love beautiful bags, it’s important to remember to keep the pricey ones at home for this field trip. A beach tote has to face all of the elements – sand, water, [...]

Summer is the best time to indulge in your most vibrantly hued desires, but maybe you’re a little shy. In this case, a nude and black combo is the easiest way to pay homage to the trend that just won’t go away – colorblocking. So if you prefer subtly to look-at-me, then pair up with [...]