Tag Archive: Bag

May 02 2012

Project 365: Day 123 – My Gorgeous Nadine Bag

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You may recognise this gorgeous vintage-inspired colour-block Gladstone bag, better known now as my Nadine, as I raved about it when I saw StylistPick’s spring/summer 2012 preview back in December, well I finally got her!!!

I knew it was coming in the April picks, and even though it wasn’t in my showroom, I nearly didn’t snag this beauty as I really do feel like April whizz by quicker than usual.

I have been carrying this beauty all day and I have had so many amazing comments, mainly that people think it is vintage, which is kind of the idea as I just love its ladylike vibe and the colours are perfection the pale pink works amazingly with the pastel blue, and I love the texture-effect to the faux leather.

But people are also loving the shape and size, which is perfect to carry all my blogging needs in this crazy press day season. I snapped it with my camera, diary, notepad, umbrella, make-up, tickets, purse, etc., inside and you wouldn’t be able to tell, as it fits it all and keeps it shape.

But even though it was in the StylistPick April showroom I noticed that the site has changed slightly and there is a new Last Chance section and the beautiful Nadine is in there, be quick as once she is gone, she is gone, and at only £39.95 I can’t expect it taking long for her to sell out.

Do you love Nadine as much as me?

Check back on my previous Project 365 pictures here.

Mar 18 2012

Clutch Lust: Gorgeous Laser-Cut Leather Lace

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I love bags, I generally have one in every colour, and all are various sizes of big, bigger and huge – it seems small isn’t really in my vocabulary when it comes to buying handbags. But what I have discovered lately is that tiny is beautiful and I think it is my need for  a clutch for all occasions that is driving my latest shopping obsession.

I find that when it comes to teaming my going out outfits with accessories jewellery is covered, even shoes, but I always pass on the bag because I have nothing suitable, which means that I generally just take my phone. Lately however, mainly due to a friends wedding looming this summer I have been thinking I need to invest in one kick-arse clutch, and my first option that I have falling in love with is this oh-so-feminine creamy laser-cut leather lace Be&D clutch. Gorgeous isn’t it!!!

The mix of taupe leather and laser-cut leather lace has just the right mix of glamour, drama, and intrigue to make it a clutch that can work with generally any outfit – from a uber-sophisticated occasion to dressing up jeans, a top, and kick-arse heels – I reckon this beauty might be perfect for me.

It is from Be&D’s spring/summer 2012 collection and hasn’t hit the brands website yet, but its other envelope-style clutches are around the $200 mark, I reckon with all the intricate detailing this might be double that but in terms of investment potential I am going to add it to my wishlist!!!

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As well as the snaps I took in the Greene & Sheppard showroom, including the matching tote bag, which is also gorgeous I have also included the image from the lookbook – mainly because I am intrigued by the strange concept of using fashion clowns. But even with this creepy shot I am still loving this clutch.

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Nov 24 2011

Blogger Love: Fashion Foie Gras For Coach

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I love it when good things happen to good people, and I don’t think you can get better than blogger Emily aka the fabulous Fashion Foie Gras. I know everyone has this perception that all of ‘us’ bloggers are uber competitive and super bitchy, but to be honest that couldn’t be further from the truth, and I don’t know anyone who wasn’t frilled and chuffed for Emily this week as she launched her amazing tote with American accessories label Coach.

I still remember the first time we met IRL at a preview for the Vera Moda flagship over a year ago and the lovely Emily helped me pick out some bits *I am still in love with the maxi dress*. Since then I have been an avid reader of her blog and it was so nice to celebrate with her this week.

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This isn’t just any old tote, no this is a special one just for bloggers, *OK I am sure Coach will also let regular folk buy this beauty as well*, but Emily took what she carries to all of her events a camera, a change of shoes, a laptop, an iPad, a smartphone, etc etc, and created a bag to cope with it all. Seriously great job Emily as this is one amazing bag. The padded pocket to house the easy-access SLR camera is genius.

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I also love the size of this leather and canvas tote, as well as the cute named compartments inside. The details on this bag are just perfection – I love the blue and white stripes down the front and that gorgeous tassel. I really feel that this bag will be spotted a lot over fashion week as it is the perfect blogger accessory. I just wish it came in more colours so we don’t all clash!!!

This bag is a limited edition and a one-off collaboration so if you want it  you better head on down to Coach’s flagship store in London, 41 New Bond Street. Price at £495, it will also be sold online from November 30. Also while you are at the store check out Emily’s amazing window!!!

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I can’t express how amazing the launch party was, I was so pleased that Emily got such a great turn out – the place was packed!! I also had so much fun chatting with my friends, listening to some great tunes, staring at hunky models moonlighting as waiters, munching on the cutest biscuits, and best of all taking over the wind-machine photobooth with Alex and Michael.

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Congratulations again Emily – you deserve all the praise!!! Now all I have to do is get Mattel to commission me to create my dream doll and I will be in heaven!!!!!

[Pics: by moi Fashionista Barbie & Coach]

Jul 20 2011

Bag Loving: The Mulberry Small Polly Push Lock

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I think everyone I know has a Mulberry obsession; I have to be honest I would rather work a Marc Jacobs or a Rebecca Minkoff handbag, or in my dreams a vintage Chanel quilted number, but this new Polly Push Lock might just be about to change all that.

Don’t get me wrong I see the beauty of the Mulberry Alexa and Baywater, but when everyone else wants it or has it, the hype really does turn me off. What I love about the Polly Push is its Seventies glamour, with its shiny grain and satchel shape, it has a vintage touch about it that really would go with anything, add into the mix an oversized Polly Push Lock fastener and rounded leather handles and I am completely sold.

I know what you are all going to say it is very similar to the Neely, I know, part of the same family apparently, but I like the compact glamour of it. Over recent years I have gone bigger the better, but I am considering that less is definitely more when it comes to investment designer pieces, also it is definitely going to be cheaper!!

It comes in three different colourways, my favourite being Midnight (pictured), closely followed by Pumpkin and then Conker *what cool names*; and priced at £695 it isn’t ridiculous in the grand scheme of a designer handbag. I think I still might need a rich Prince or a cull of all my treats for the next few months to be able to afford it. But hey, one can dream, and everyone can certain look.

If this is too small for you, it also comes in a larger size in the same colours, priced £850, as well as a smart tote, priced at £895 (below).  But I do love this dinky version, perfect for a night out.

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What do you think? Does this Mulberry have investment written all over it?

Jun 01 2011

Birthday Wishlist: Christopher Kane Neon Lace Clutch

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Each day this week I am putting together my ultimate birthday wishlist, full of all those beauties that I am currently lusting over. I am not saying that I will receive any of these goodies, just that they would make for the ultimate birthday gifts, and these Christopher Kane laser-cut leather clutch in highlighter shades are the ultimate in luxe.

My favourite shade has to be the neon pink, not only for its Barbie references but hey the pop of colour will look amazing among my largely black wardrobe!!!

The four fluorescent clutches are exclusive to Net-a-Porter and as well as pink they come in orange, yellow and green, priced at £295.

I just love the cute wristlet zip pull and the floral laser-cut detailing. I am already praying to the shopping gods that one of these beauties makes its way to me by Thursday!!

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[Pics: Net-a-Porter.com]

May 23 2011

Daily Shop: French Connection Weave Bag

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Perfect accessory for summer has to be the straw bag,  I don’t know about you but it makes me think of summer walks by the beach or a picnic with a loved one. Normally I go for a tote or bucket bag, but I’ve been drawn to this cute Weave Mini Bag from French Connection, £62, I am thinking more compact is for me this summer, and this one really has a romantic/vintage appeal about it.

What I love about this Chanel-inspired weave mini has to be the double chain strap and its chain turn lock bar, it just so cute. This bag also comes in black, which would go with absolutely everything, but I do think that the traditional pavlova colour works best.

Pair this amazing bag with a summery maxi dress, your smartest little black dress for work, and even jeans and a t-shirt. I love how this weave bag will compliment any outfit.

May 14 2011

Bag Loving: Kate Spade Royal Plantation Elephant

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Among the many things I collect, Barbie’s, cute stationery, Hard Rock Cafe bears, and badges, I also have a shelf full of elephants. So when I saw this cute wicker elephant basket from Kate Spade I was actually giddy with excitement.

The Royal Plantation Elephant Basket isn’t cheap at $325, but come on how delightful is it???

This beauty opens at the top, has a woven safari print lining, leather shoulder straps, and an interior zip pocket so you could use it as a bag. However, I think I would prefer to use it as a flower basket or just another addition to my elephant collection. I also love the Kate Spade New York embossed gold charm.

Simply, this is one cute bag/basket/ornament, please delete as appropriate.

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