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Summertime Essentials Frugal Vs Splurge

Summertime Essentials Frugal Vs Splurge: And the Living is Easy

With the Polar Vortex finally fading into the distance (fingers crossed, anyway), it’s time to start gathering our summertime essentials. Go frugal or splurge! Surprisingly, it doesn’t make much of a difference here. There are tons of affordable options for your warm weather adventures. Which set do you prefer?

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Marni Woven Leather and Raffia Bowling Bag: The Whimsical Weave

Neutral colors and a checkered motif: this is quintessential Marni at their very best. They have a way of throwing caution towards the wind, without chucking it completely and when they do, they hit all the right notes. This bag is at once cheeky, capricious, astute, and elevated.

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Frugal Friday

Frugal Friday: Laurence Heller Embroidered Straw Clutches

Laurence Heller was the fashion editor of French Elle for 17 years before going into design himself, so he certainly has an eye for style and the kindness to make it available at a reasonable price. I think these are the least expensive bags I’ve ever featured, and god knows they’re not the worst. The … Continue reading “Frugal Friday: Laurence Heller Embroidered Straw Clutches”

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RED Valentino Crochet Clutch: Raffia-ned Luxury

When I go out for cocktails, I always carry a clutch that has a chic, rock-n-roll vibe to it, but I never indulge in my girly side. As soon as I saw this RED Valentino, I knew that inequality had reached its end. With the floral-crocheted raffia and delicate gold chain, this slim shoulder bag … Continue reading “RED Valentino Crochet Clutch: Raffia-ned Luxury”

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Top 5 Rattan Straw Bags: Wickered into Shape

Summer is always my favorite time to shop for bags. They have a sense of spirit and cheesiness that you just can’t get away with in the winter. And as great as it is to be chic, sometimes it’s just more fun to show off my quirky, Palm Springs-loving side. These bags require different levels … Continue reading “Top 5 Rattan Straw Bags: Wickered into Shape”

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Marni Woven Raffia & Leather Shoulder Bag: Where There’s a Weave, There’s a Way

Woven raffia is one of the best summer styles, but the struggle is finding a bag that can go from beach to street without making you look like you just got off the plane from Bermuda. Marni has taken on the weave for a few different pieces this season, but this pretty and polished high-shine … Continue reading “Marni Woven Raffia & Leather Shoulder Bag: Where There’s a Weave, There’s a Way”

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