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Alexander McQueen Houndstooth

Everyone slips up once in a while, even the great ones perched high in fashion kingdom. But when they fall, they fall even harder than others.  I love my Alexander McQueen houndstooth fitted jacket, it looks almost exactly like this bag.  Which makes me think this is one of the sample jackets spruced up with … Continue reading “Alexander McQueen Houndstooth”

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Longchamp Rodeo Luxe

Longchamp is our go to brand for travel and beyond– it’s not often that you’ll find the words “practical” and “chic” in one sentence but it really describes its bags! I do not pack without at least one of the foldable nylon totes (you never know when you’ll shop too much and need luggage space!) … Continue reading “Longchamp Rodeo Luxe”

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Michael Kors Chain Hobo

I used to go to concerts every week, it was my life – I loved the crowd, the loudness, the adrenaline and strangely now that I’m thinking back, I liked the grunge. Well, times have changed because these days, the last person you will see at a rock concert is me. My husband still loves … Continue reading “Michael Kors Chain Hobo”

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Alexander McQueen Large patent tote

A few years ago, this bag would have been viable. It is such a cool looking bag but it is unfortunately incredibly dysfunctional. It is heavy and a bit on the clunky side. No more are the frivolous buying days of having something just because you want it, even if it means keeping it in … Continue reading “Alexander McQueen Large patent tote”

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Anya Hindmarch Faustine Clutch

            We all have those Goldilocks moments, Is this clutch too big? Is it too small? Is it too boring? Or is it too bright? Is it too trendy? Or is it totally 5 minutes ago? Is it too summery? Or not summery enough? This is the clutch you need that is just right. The … Continue reading “Anya Hindmarch Faustine Clutch”

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Frugal Snob: Shopbop Pre-Spring Sale

Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Patent Faridah Bag,$448 Sale $313.60; Mulberry Roxanne Tote , $795 Sale $556.50; Botkier Ziggy Small Shoulder Bag $450 Sale $135; Kooba Ryder Tote $645 Sale $322. More sale! Shopbop is actually having a pre-season sale, as in Spring stuff is already on sale. I guess that’s how bad things … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Shopbop Pre-Spring Sale”

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