Snob Essentials
Archive for March, 2006

The End of the Spy

You know what? That’s it. We’ve had it with the Spy and all its ridiculous incarnations. We forgave the trashy denim spy but this we will not tolerate. It looks like it was made from a smelly polyester thrift store shirt. The printed satin doesn’t even go with the color of the leather but you … Continue reading “The End of the Spy”

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The Smart Traveler

This bag is so clever for those days when you are out all day and have a lot of stuff with you but don’t want to look like you’re running around town with your luggage. You can leave the main canvas tote in the car and use the detachable little sequin bag for meeting a … Continue reading “The Smart Traveler”

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Bottega Veneta Litchi Fume

Be still my heart! The Bag Snob is in love! We’ve been raving about the brilliant Tomas Maier for months now and he has proven once again to be one of few great designers left in the dying fashion industry. The latest in the Bottega empire, the Litchi Fume, is the cream of the crocodile … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Litchi Fume”

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White Fever

We just can’t get enough of all the fabulous white bags out there for Spring! This Prada with raffia frame just shouts sunshine and breezy warm weather. $1650 special order at Neiman Marcus (800-365-7989). You know we love clutches but it’s so hard to find the perfect daytime casual clutch. This Miu Miu cutie can … Continue reading “White Fever”

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Bottega Veneta Velvet Beauty

This Bottega Veneta velvet shoulder bag is to die for. It is super luxurious and the beauty is simple even in the embroidery. The details on the chain totally make the bag, they are silver flowers. The blush velvet and yellow leather trim make this the perfect evening bag for summer. The blue suede lining … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Velvet Beauty”

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Jane Birkin Dumps Her Namesake Bag

Jane Birkin has replaced the Birkin with a Scottish Sporran. Seriously, I had to google that because I had no idea what that was, in our world, a bag like that does not exist. She claims that the Birkin has given her tendinitis because she put too much stuff in it. But what I don’t … Continue reading “Jane Birkin Dumps Her Namesake Bag”

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