Purses And Bags

When Chanel trotted the full-size Chanel Hula Hoop Flap Bag on the runways for Chanel Spring 2013, they insisted this showpiece wouldn’t be available for purchase. But after an unexpectedly warm reception to the idea, they made a few anyways, along with a more wearable, wranglable mini version. The bag you see here is a chic black mini version of the Chanel Hula Hoop Flap Bag, on the arm of Kris Jenner in NYC. This bag, surprisingly, looks a lot less gimmicky and cartoonish in all-black, though it seems to lose some of its hoop-like integrity when weighed down with a modest amount of personal belongings. These bags are currently nowhere to be found, but you can shop an authentic selection of vintage and pre-owned Chanel at Portero. Truth be told, I’m highly surprised Kris Jenner hasn’t been spotted accidentally hooping innocent by-standers with the full size version of this bag on either coast. She loves black and white, she loves high-end bags, and she loves making headlines. (And I definitely saw her eyeing one on the last season of Keeping Up With The Kardashians.) Could you see yourself carrying this kooky version of Chanel’s signature Flap Bag? The post Of course Kris Jenner has a Chanel Hula Hoop Bag. Of course she does. appeared first on PurseBlog.

Look who is on The Coveteur! Tina was photographed at home in Dallas, showing off beautiful bags, shoes, and more. Go take a look on The Coveteur for more. The post Bag Snob Tina on The Coveteur: appeared first on Bag Snob.

Last night’s episode of Real Housewives of Orange County was so boring that I may or may not have had a quarter-life crisis during it. (Or a third-life crisis, because let’s face it, my liver isn’t making it to 100-plus.) Which of my life decisions had lead me to that place, where I was willfully sitting through an hour of manufactured drama, except that the producers didn’t even have the common courtesy to make it actually dramatic. And if I could identify the choices I had made that lead me to watching that episodes of Real Housewives, would it be too late to go back and change them? The episode mercifully ended before I came up with any answers, but I did come up with a recap. 1. Husbands who are used to childcare aren’t great at pitching in, even if they mean well. Just ask my mom, who came home one day during my toddlerhood to find that I had crawled up the stairs and was eating a sponge in her bathroom. I think my dad was watching a baseball game. At least Terry didn’t let any of his kids eat foreign objects. (Don’t get me wrong, my dad is great.) (But that actually did happen.) (He got better at it.) 2. Lauri! I always liked Lori. Or at least I think I did, because it’s been about 800 years since her seasons of Real Housewives were on the air and I only vaguely remember her. She made perhaps the most graceful exit from Real Housewives ever, though – she got married to a super-rich guy, to whom she is still married, and she left to live a life of leisure. She and Tamra got together to gossip about Vicky, apparently, but mostly I just spent that time ignoring them and trying to remember things about Lauri. All I came up with was her Austin Scarlett wedding dress. 3. Lydia’s mom might still be a pothead, maybe. That shouldn’t come as, like, a huge surprise to anyone who saw her a few episodes ago, but instead of the conversation being light-hearted and funny, it was a little somber. Growing up with a mom who’s constantly on anything, even something as relatively benign as weed, has to be a bummer. But then again, jeez, Lydia, quit harshing your mom’s mellow. 4. Alexis isn’t good at defining words. In her defense, everything her acting coach was saying to her also sounded totally made up. Forrest Gump didn’t become Tom Hanks. That’s idiocy. Also, Alexis’ “interest” in acting only exists so that she can have a storyline even though no one will hang out with her, so I refuse to dignify it with a response. 5. I forgot Gretchen was on the show. Was she in the episode last week? Did I totally space on her existence? Until that (leased, natch) Rolls Royce came around the bend, Gretchen hadn’t crossed my mind once in the entire episode, which is probably bad news for Gretchen. 6. No one can name a single thing that Heather has ever acted in. Despite the fact that Tamra and Lydia both had ample time to look at Heather’s IMDB profile, neither of them bothered to. Hell, I’ve had a year to do it and still haven’t. WWHL did feature a clip of her on Married With Children, though, so there’s that. 7. Are television tapings a party? I ask because it seemed strange that everyone got dressed up and took limos to LA to see Heather film a guest part in a cable show. On the upside, the entire cast managed to behave themselves and sit in their seats for the entire thing, except for Gretchen, who chose that exact moment to learn how to use an iPhone. While I always appreciate good behavior, having such a large part of the episode hinge on an event where most of the cast was required to be silent for an extended period of time was probably not the best idea that Bravo producers have ever had. We don’t tune in to watch these women sit silently and applaud politely. 8. The good behavior did not spill over into dinner. It never does. Never! Tamra and Vicky calmly called each other names with fake smi

For Glamour’s “These Girls” event, Dianna Agron went retro glam with a beehive hairdo and ladylike A-line dress. The Glee star performed a monologue about her 11-year awkward phase (hard to believe!) – what better way to have the last laugh with her middle school bullies than in full Valentino?? The real showstopper is that bag – with a price tag of more than 5k, the Fall 2013 accessory is basically worth its weight in gold! The studded edges of the platino metal box clutch add serious edge to Dianna’s sweet, white dress. And if that weren’t enough, studded snakeskin pumps (at Nordstrom for $1,095) can always be relied upon to make a statement. Available at Valentino for $5,045. The post Dianna Agron x Valentino Clutch: The Last Laugh appeared first on Bag Snob.

Depending on your age, odds are that you automatically associate Coach with one of two things: solid-color leather bags in basic shapes, or logo canvas bags with lots of luggage tags and other attendant doodads. While both of those things are still readily available from Coach for the brand’s huge, diverse customer base, many of you have likely noticed that there’s a big middle ground between those two extremes at which Coach has become quite skilled. For Spring 2013, a lot of those bags feature fun textural elements that feel like an exciting direction for the brand. The collection runs the gamut from matte, python-embossed white leather to animal-print canvas, and every piece feels fresh, spring-like and appropriate for a wide range of customers. When a brand has a reach like Coach’s, developing products that don’t alienate one demographic while satisfying another can be difficult, but I could see most of these bags being carried by women of a whole host of ages and lifestyles. Balance is hard to find, but with bright colors and the right textural elements, Coach seems to have worked it out. The post Coach greets Spring 2013 with plenty of texture appeared first on PurseBlog.

I’m not one who usually buys lotto tickets; in fact, I’ve only done it twice in my life before now, but when I realized the Powerball jackpot had swelled to $600 million, I totally got in on that. It’s easy to see why so many people love to buy lotto tickets – that slight feeling that you just might win is enough to get you excited. Not only did I not win, but I didn’t even get one number right. Some man in Florida won it all, and it’s so insane to think of going from having whatever amount of money you have to being an extravagantly wealthy multi-millionaire over night. But if I were to have won that insane amount of money, I definitely would have bought this bag from The Row. Everyone is aware of the much talked-about The Row Alligator Backpack, and while I actually like that bag, I know I’d find much more use out of The Row Alligator Drawstring Bucket Bag. This bag is super chic, the glazed alligator skin looks entirely luxe and the color really is eye-catching. The pairing of a downtown aesthetic with an uptown material makes this bag one that I entirely covet. It looks like perhaps the Powerball winner had the same idea and bought the bag already, because it is currently sold out. Price is $29,000 via Barneys. The post If I had won the $600 million Powerball, I’d buy this bag from The Row appeared first on PurseBlog.

In my heart of hearts, I know that literally any type of bag can be executed well. Despite my own personal tastes and biases, there is a “best” version of everything, and more often than not, that version is objectively quite attractive and will look great when styled appropriately. Before today, I might have told you that the exception to those rules was belt bags, but now that I’ve seen the Rachel Zoe Belt Bag and B-Low The Belt Tassel Belt Bag, I’m feeling more open-minded. Are you? Fanny packs, as they’re more commonly (and derisively) known in the US, are one of the last great handbag taboos. Despite the fact that Carrie Bradshaw once famously made a Gucci belt bag look great in an episode of Sex and the City, they’re a look that the overwhelming majority of women just won’t try. As temperatures rise, though, outdoor activities (and the general feeling of being burdened by one’s handbag) become more common, and the idea of a chic belt bag that’s not too bulky or obvious starts to sound more attractive. If you’re going to wear a maxi dress or tunic that requires a belt anyway, why not kill two birds with one stone? The best way to go with bags like this is to keep everything very boho – loose, flowing, maybe with a little bit of print. If you decide to strap one of these bags on with a pair of skinny jeans and a tank top, it simply won’t work. There’s a reason, after all, that Queen of Luxe Boho Rachel Zoe has included a belt bag in her eponymous line. Check out the reasonably priced belt options below, and then let us know – would you ever wear one? B-Low The Belt Tassel Belt Bag $248 via ShopBop Rachel Zoe Belt Bag $248 via ShopBop The post PurseBlog Asks: Are you ready for modern belt bags? appeared first on PurseBlog.

Last week, I bought myself the Louis Vuitton Damier Speedy 30 Bandouliere at the Neiman Marcus here in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. It’s a bag I wanted for quite sometime and I was so happy that I was able to buy it myself. I’ve used it every single day since I’ve had it and I love [...]The post Prada Saffiano Promenade Bag appeared first on BagBliss.

I’ll admit it: I’m really just obsessed with that gazelle fur sticking up from the flap of this bag. Sometimes all it requires is a quirky and unexpected detail send a bag from “maybe” to “must.” That, and the contrasted effect of naturalistic fur against burgundy leather is so dreamy. Fur on handbags is a tricky business, but not only did Chloé get it right (it’s just enough, not overkill), the injection saves the day. An addition like this is an amazing way to spruce up an otherwise bulky, unworthy bag. Because a tan-colored accordion gusset simply is not. I am even obliged to excuse the cumbersomeness of the double-up compartments. It goes to show: a great way with fur will take you far. On Ssense for $3,595. Pair with: The key to carrying this early in the season without looking inappropriate is in the pants. A white pair of skinny jeans, a la J Brand, will also pick up on the flap’s white tuft of fur. At Neiman Marcus for $172. The post Chloé Medium Burgundy Leather Gazelle-Fur Amelie Shoulder Bag: Let the Fur Fly appeared first on Bag Snob.

The Dior lady is still very much a lady, but when it comes to her vacation time, she’s in demand of some edge. Raf Simons said he “wanted to start with the clichés of what we all think about when we think about cruise” and decided to toy with fabrics he’s not used to. Like lace! When Raf is ready to try something, you can bet he’s going full-throttle. Lace cropped amid metallic-paneled dresses, in abstract pastel tops, even bodysuits and bolero jackets. Resort also proved the ideal time for Christian Dior to invite some shock value into the mix. Peek-a-boo midriffs, deep-V necklines down to there (perfect for layering) and slits up to there (ditto), and unexpected injections of offbeat colors all brought a mischievous grin to my face. While lots of the pieces are loose and flowy (think free-wheeling trousers), the bags, whether baby pink or searing yellow, maintained their structure through and through. While the demure totes for tossing around are quintessential, many of the clutches are slim and slender, barely visible from the head-on position, which make them the perfect juxtaposition to a puff-sleeved pantsuit. But best of all: Simons has successfully revived both ombré effects(with melded citrus tones reminiscent of a sunset or sweet ice cream-parlor pairings) and colorblocking (thick straps with a contrasted flipside? Yes, please!). When Raf’s way with clichés is this good, I say bring them on in spades. The post Christian Dior Resort 2014 Collection: Uncharted Waters appeared first on Bag Snob.