Blogger Bag Battle: Say That Five Times Fast
From appearing on magazine covers and in ad campaigns to sitting front row at the most exclusive Fashion Week shows and collaborating with the hottest designers, fashion bloggers are finally receiving their rightful places among the industry elite.
Lanvin Paper Bag Tote: A Crinkle in Time
Tina and I have always said that you could wear a paper sack and still look chic with the right bag. What about carrying a paper bag, though? Well, the fact that it’s Lanvin certainly doesn’t hurt. Crinkled leather – especially of the metallic variety – has a deconstructed feel, yet this brushed chain strap ensures a sense of polished luxury.
Top 5 Summertime Crossbody Bags: Stop, Strap, and Roll
When it comes to the summer, I need two kinds of bags: I either require a really giant tote for travel, the beach, pool, and so on, or I just want a small, easy crossbody bag for strolling, sightseeing, and perusing museums.
Proenza Schouler Minaudière Silver-Tone Box Clutch: Closing the Deal
What’s the latest from our beloved Jack and Lazaro? This season, Proenza Schouler takes their signature metal fold-over clasp and appropriates it on a hard-case minaudière. The result is nothing short of magical.
Jil Sander Mirrored-Leather Tote: Through the Looking Glass
Look who’s back! Mirrored leather, high-shine and unapologetic, has returned to the scene, and I definitely need to get in on the glossy action. Especially when it’s done this right: reflective silver can easily go the way of a disco inferno – be wary of construction when it comes to this fickle leather; one wrong move and you’ve gotten something cheap and tacky that should be left on the retro dance floor.
Top 5 Perfect Polka Dot Bags: Crazy, Spotty, Cool
Right now, it’s all about polka dots on everything from sundresses to stilettos, but you know I have a special place in my heart and closet for bags. A smattering of spots can serve a real purpose. Take a boring, serious bag and add the right kind of dots – whether magnified, hardware-decked, perforated, or perfectly wacky – and bam! Suddenly you’ve got something cheerful and delightful for summer.