While I'm not too fond of the term "body bag" I suppose it's one of the best ways to describe a long strapped purse. You know, cause it lays along your body? Anyhoo, I have yet to buy myself a purse with long straps because I such, but this one is so cute and cheap, maybe I'll give in! Buy at Warehouse for £22 or about $43 US dollars.
Mother's day is this Sunday, are you prepared??? I've compiled some ideas for you, in case you're about to hit panic mode. I think a sun hat would be great to protect mom's skin from the sun. Most moms like jewelry or scarves as a fail safe back up. And skincare usually works, though you need to remember that by now your mom may have already found a routine that works for her. Plus, it may be offensive to give her some anti-wrinkle serum - be sure to know how your mom may feel about it first. But nothing beats spending time with her, booking a mother daughter spa treatment would make her day!
Apparently C'N'C Costume National designer Ennio Capasa has created a solar handbag for Fall that will recharge your portable devices. Which reminds me of a Noon Solar bag that I wrote about last year that also was solar powered! Get an original idea Costume National!
I'm hearing surprising rumors that backpacks are making a comeback. Designers like Alexander Wang, Marni and Sophie Hulme have all shown them recently and I suppose it's possible that they'll catch on. It's certainly more practical than a hugely oversized, overstuffed purse that makes you lopsided. Here are a few I found that are cute:
I'm usually not a big fan of woven anything, but I really like this tiny box clutch! Get it in black or fab apple green to top off a Summer dress. Buy at Kate Spade for $375.
I'm thinking about getting a new wallet, but I really want one than can do double duty as a clutch! Buying something that can do both means I can spend twice as much on it, right???
This clutch was love at first site, it is exactly what I envision myself carrying this Summer. Of course, I can't afford it, but you might be able to since it's 50% off! Buy for $168 at Ron Herman.
Here's a list of sale items at Nordstrom to treat you on tax day!
A cute Marc by Marc Jacobs wool dress! Sure, it's a little warm for wool, but you'll have it for next Fall. Love the epaulets on the shoulders! Originally $328, now $156.
Peace sign-adorned Kors Michael Kors moccasins! Originally $160 but now half off at $80.
I'm huge into embellished hardware like this Betsey Johnson studded hobo! Was $165 but now only $110.
This delicate DVF lace trim top was originally $275 but can be yours for $165.
This cashmere Trina Turk sweater has fab sleeves! It was $288 but now will cost you $144.
Swooon, I adore this bag! I love the tilted pockets and that it's made from recycled leather and that it's PURPLE! You can never have enough of your favorite color in your closet, trust me! You can buy this at Shop Fatal for $380.
This large shopper has SUCH a pretty print! It's a reusable bag that isn't pretentious, which I like. And it's only $16 at PlasticLand.
One of the pieces on my "To Buy" list is a smallish purse with a long strap. This one is the ultimate example of what I want, I love the distressed silver (not too futuristic, not too country looking) and the strap can actually be removed, making it a clutch! Buy at Active Endeavors for $471. Ok, that may be a bit much, but you can use the promo code "noprank" (which takes 30% off and now expires April 30 I believe). So it would cost about $330.
This purse is certainly a stand out piece, I love the vibrant colors and its glossy sheen. Buy at Victoria's Secret for $138. It reminds me a bit of the white to black ombré tote I wrote about before.
I was totally shocked to see such a cute, expensive looking purse for this price. I guess hardware isn't big for Spring, but really the classic hobo never goes out of style a little brass never hurt! Buy at Joia Style Studio for $105.
This bag sold out awhile ago when people discovered it was going to be featured in the "Sex in the City" movie, but I guess they got more in stock! Sold at Patricia Field, you can buy the plain version for $375 or the Swarovsky crystal version used in the movie for $1,920. Buy one quick so you can bring it to the movie premiere!
When I went to Fashion Week in NYC, I had some serious trouble finding a chic purse that could also fit my laptop. Here's one that's cute and has a removable laptop sleeve! Plus designer gina b. will donate 5% of the proceeds from each bag sold, to the American Heart Association’s (AHA) women health initiatives. Buy for $324 at Boutique To You.
This purse has a crinkly shine to it that immediately draws the eyes! Plus it looks much more expensive and "designer-y" than it really is; buy at Steve Madden for the sale price of $100.
This white canvas purse by Fendi comes with 10 markers to create your own design on the bag! If you're artistic, this could end up fabulous! On the other hand, if you mess up you're out $1,300 which can be very stressful! I recommend doing a practice design first, at the very least. Buy at eLuxury.
