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Tod’s Passante Patta Media Bag: A Safe Bet

Not all comment-worthy bags are embellished stunners or eye-catching showstoppers. Sometimes a classic girl needs an everyday bag – and here it is. This shoulder-to-top-handle bag is what you would expect from Tod’s these days: a nice basic, even if it’s not breaking any boundaries. Over recent seasons, my love for Tod’s has waned, mainly … Continue reading “Tod’s Passante Patta Media Bag: A Safe Bet”

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Top 5 Mirrored Bags: A Moment to Reflect

Just last week, I got hypnotized by shoes glossed with shots of mirror shine. Now it appears I’m obsessed with the looking glass! Currently, I’m captivated by bags with loads of sheen to spare. Think liquid-like shine out of the future, not your typical metallics; these beaming bags emanate a candescent light. Here, the current … Continue reading “Top 5 Mirrored Bags: A Moment to Reflect”

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WebSnob February 24th, 2012

It’s time to shine! You can do that with ShoeSnob‘s Top 5 High-Shine Stunners! This Means War costume designer Sophie de Rakoff pens “A Letter to Barneys From a Costume Designer Stuck in Canada” on Stiletto Jungle. Allie is Wired has the video of Jennifer Aniston’s adorable boyfriend Justin Theroux breakdancing on Ellen. As we … Continue reading “WebSnob February 24th, 2012”

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Rochas Ponyhair Karina Tote: Daily Decadence

I can very safely say animal print is not going anywhere. For Fall 2012, we saw animal treatments all over, on everything from metallic trousers to a parade of ocelot bags. The good times are definitely back and we are going to relish in the decadence, guilt-free. But Rochas’ Karina tote isn’t actual pony-hair – … Continue reading “Rochas Ponyhair Karina Tote: Daily Decadence”

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Framed! Get Caught Red Handed in Top Handle Frame Bags

A well-crafted frame-top bag will never lose its appeal. Classic, ladylike, and enduring for the ages, these frame bags are gorgeous in a minimalist way. My current faves run the gamut of price, but each is perfection in its own right – and I can’t decide between them. Rochas’ crinkly leather is in the shade … Continue reading “Framed! Get Caught Red Handed in Top Handle Frame Bags”

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Givenchy Antigona Tote: The Dealbreaker

I have just ONE request for my orange crush. Lately, I’ve found myself using these kinds of big, simple totes again; they’re great for just throwing things in. But can someone find a way to insert a pocket? I’m not asking for a filing cabinet here. I just want one singular pocket. That can’t be … Continue reading “Givenchy Antigona Tote: The Dealbreaker”

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