Burberry plans to shift its focus to handbags and shoes in the face of the financial crisis.

The British brand reported lower pre-tax profits this year, mainly due to falling apparel sales. However, there is a silver lining, with profits up for leather goods, casual handbags, and shoes.
"One of the highlights ...

Among its architectural masterpieces and other urban attractions, Melbourne, Australia also boasts the largest shopping center in the Southern Hemisphere. Chadstone, or rather "Chaddy" as it is sometimes referred to by locals, is home to a various collection of shops that ranges from Target to Tiffany's.

The luxury fashion precinct of Chadstone is ...

They might be bosom buddies, but Blake Lively won't model for Victoria Beckham's new fashion line. Victoria's spokesperson told Vogue.com he's unsure what prompted the rumor, but that it's definitely not true.
"I don’t know where this one has come from - other than from Blake being a fan of the ...

Gucci has always been vigilant to crack down on counterfeiting and trademark infringement, but now they're taking a new angle on brand protection. This time, however, they aren't fighting the fight alone.

Legendary auction house Christie's is teaming up with the luxury brand to provide a "trusted venue for transactions of vintage Gucci ...

We can look forward to many more gorgeous handbags and nutty comments from Chanel creative director and famous egomaniac Karl Lagerfield. One of fashion's most colorful characters told Germany's Freundin magazine he has no plans for retirement.
"Retirement is not one of the topics with which I deal. Why should ...

Claudia Schiffer's modeling career is still in full swing with advertising campaigns for Salvatore Ferragamo and Chanel, but that's not stopping her from venturing into a new branch of her fashion career.

After years of showcasing other designers' goods, Schiffer recently revealed an interest in launching her own fashion brand. She certainly ...

High School Musical star Ashley Tisdale should be able to afford most trinkets that catch her eye, but the 24-year-old star is still working on her Christmas wish list. Her most wanted item this year? A new purse of course!
"I love handbags, so I'm hoping for a new handbag," she ...

Apparently Victoria "Posh" Beckham and Gossip Girl star Blake Lively share more in common than an urge to display an inordinate amount of cleavage in public. The two have reportedly become BFFs since hitting it off at New York Fashion Week a couple of months ago.

Now rumors are spreading that Blake, a.k.a. Serena van der Woodsen, ...

It's done fashion, architecture, art, and cinema. Now European design giant Prada will turn its hand to the printed page.

The stylish handbag brand is set to release retrospective coffee table book looking back at its 30 years of design innovation. Simply titled Prada (what else?), this is no light read ...

Soft and squishy Nappa leather and unique patterns are nothing new to luxury label Miu Miu, but I'm not used to seeing much shine on their handbag designs. That, however, is not the case for the brand's recently unveiled Resort 2010 collection of purses.

Forget patchwork and matelasse elements. This time it's about quilting ...

American up-market retail giant Neiman Marcus has created the ultimate birthday cake for any bag lover.

This sinful bag-shaped cake is every bit as delicious as your favorite designer label purse, with its caramel toffee buttercream finish and chocolate buttercream zebra stripes and handles. Inside this yummy purse is pure chocolate. ...

The upcoming celebrity designer auction is just the start of Louis Vuitton's fundraising commitment to the American Red Cross. The luxury design house will donate 10% of this month's online sales of selected bags to the charity.

The fundraising drive commemorates the 150th anniversary of Louis Vuitton's Asnieres workshop. ...

Jalda's collection of super luxurious handbags is the stuff of a mid-range designer shopper's dream. With soft leathers and exotic textures like embossed ostrich, stingray, and eel skin for relatively reasonable costs, Jalda hits the right spot for a variety of women.

Even if you can't afford a $350 price tag, however, you can attempt ...

You just can't keep the queen down. She may have been dumped by Louis Vuitton for the much younger Lara Stone and Daisy Lowe, but Madonna's already found another modeling gig. The Material Mom will front Dolce & Gabbana's spring/summer 2010 campaign.

Acclaimed photographer Steven Klein shot the ads ...

London-based fashion designer Giles Deacon has been impressing the critics since his debut in 2004 with a quirky mix of luxury quality and whimsical details. As he has worked his way into ready-to-wear apparel available at places like Barneys and Nordstrom, there have been a few collaborations along the way.

Now he has ...

Critical acclaim and a celebrity following are no insurance for surviving the global recession. Just ask Luella Bartley! The Designer of the Year at the 2008 British Fashion Awards has been forced to close down her Luella label following the loss of one of its main suppliers.

Luella's Italian production ...

Oprah Winfrey might be considered an expert on a variety of topics, but apparently she leaves the fashion advice to industry insiders.

On a recent episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show, the famous talk show host gathered a panel of fashion gurus to dish on how the right choice of handbags and ...

I must admit, I'm an old fashioned girl who believes a dog should either stay at home while you run your errands, or trot happily beside you on a leash. But if you insist on toting your pampered pooch in a handbag, the least you can do is opt for ...

The news buzzing around Louis Vuitton's future advertising campaigns right now is that Madonna is out to make way for some fresh faces. The European style pre-fall starring with Missy Rayder were a hint of this change in direction, but the recently confirmed faces of the luxury brand are even more of ...

Yves Saint Laurent's latest "It" bag, the Roady, shot to fame on the arms of glamorous celebs like Rihanna, Katy Perry, Kylie Minogue, and Leighton Meester. Now the in-demand purse will get a personalized makeover for shoppers in America's fashion capitals, Los Angeles and New York City.

The Roady ...

Purse Blog is continually teaming up with fabulous designers and fashion gurus for fabulous giveaways. After recently picking out the simple but gorgeous Burberry Fielding Leather Tote for Ideeli's here-today-gone-tomorrow handbag contest, they're back at it again with a new collaboration.

This time, however, the team is pairing with The Buzz Girls, ...

The following array of 10 gadget-riddled handbags are so cool even male geeks will want their hands on one of them.

1. Purse with Built-In Nintendo System and Controllers

Amazing! This handbag is one of the geekiest I’ve ever seen in my whole life. It is a handbag complete with built in Nintendo Entertainment System including a controller that is attached to the outside with Velcro. It's a mod composed of an LCD from portable a DVD player and one of those NES on chip mods. The handbag certainly has a geek chic look about it.

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2. Internal Lights for Your Handbag

Often the contents of a woman's handbag is a mystery; even to the owner. However with this solar powered handbag finding what’s in the bottom of your bag is a doddle.

Megha Mittal, the daughter-in-law of steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, has purchased the bankrupt German fashion house, Escada. The iconic style brand was sold for an undisclosed sum, although the German press estimate the deal with was worth around 100 million Euros including the company's widely publicized debt.

Ms. Mittal beat ...

It's amazing to me how long a fashion cartoon kitten has captured the hearts of kids and adults alike. Albeit a little surprising, Sanrio's Hello Kitty character is celebrating 35 years of offering shoppers its kitschy, cute products with no signs of slowing down any time soon.

In addition to crystal-studded music ...

These days studs aren't simply for wearing in your ears or embellishing the leather jackets of grizzled old bikies. This season, they're one of the hottest ways to dress up a handbag, a belt, or a killer pair of heels.

We've seen the edgy details make a splash on the catwalk, ...

Fashion magazine Lucky is full of style tips and chic clothing and accessories options. Outside of the colorful pages, however, they're collaborating with top designers for all kinds of fun shopping events.

Following a fabulous HSN shopping extravaganza that included special handbags, shoes, and clothes from Rebecca Minkoff, Kooba, and more, Lucky has joined up ...

Joy Gryson has two new babies: her six-year-old daughter Olivia Harris and the budget handbag line which shares her firstborn's name.

Little Olivia seems like the perfect namesake for the brand given her own keen fashion sense.
"She's really, really funny. Whenever we see someone walking in the street with one of ...

It's time for another giveaway announcement from Ideeli.com, the exclusive online shopping community that has the kinds of sales and competitions that make a fashionista weak at the knees. Miu Miu, Louboutin, Gucci, and more at a markdown or even free make these online events are always worth checking out.

The website's latest freebie to ...

Gucci is preparing to launch its fifth annual charity campaign to benefit UNICEF. In the past five years the designer handbag brand has raised almost $7 million to support UNICEF's efforts in education, healthcare, protection, and clean water.

This year's collection is inspired by Snowman in Africa, the sequel ...

Well, I won't call these new minaudieres a completely unexpected look for Judith Leiber, the designer who has created bags in such strange shapes as parrots, dolphins, and peacocks. However, the teaming up of Leiber with Breeders' Cup, an organization that hosts championship horseracing events, is still just slightly random to me.

Leiber has joined with ...

Italian design house Ronchi Bags is preparing to infiltrate the American market with the launch of its new Fiit Collection.

Head designer Carlo Ronchi has grown his brand over three generations. I'm sure American audiences will be just as enthusiastic about his commitment to high-quality Italian leather and craftsmanship. Each purse ...

When she's not appearing as a guest judge alongside Heidi Klum on Lifetime's Project Runway, Ukrainian-born model-turned-actress Milla Jovovich is apparently signing charity collaboration deals with major designers.

Jovovich is set to be the next beauty to front Tommy Hilfiger's campaign for the Breast Health International organization, following in the path ...

If you're looking to add an animal print accessory to your wardrobe this season, look no further than snakeskin. Whether the genuine article or a more affordable embossed alternative, fashion experts say snake now trumps leopard and cheetah spots.

Andrea Linett, the creative directory of Lucky magazine, says snakeskin's popularity ...

Escada may have filed for bankruptcy, but don't count the European brand out just yet. Investors are rallying to save the iconic fashion label, despite insolvency proceedings opening on Sunday.

The leading prospect according to the New York Post is the Beirut-based M1 Group. The company purchased Faconnable from Nordstrom ...

Project Runway alumnus and rising designer Christian Siriano made a smart move by teaming up with Payless for his increasingly popular collection of shoes and handbags. Not only is he continuing to connect with the show's fans who marvelled at his fashion genius on the popular reality show, but he's also ...

Devi Kroell might have a Target diffusion line under her belt, but her newest venture is a far cry from her affordable line of handbags featured in the budget-conscious store. This New York-based designer is moving up in the retail world ... specifically to a new flagship boutique in Manhattan's prestigious ...

Leading handbag design house Junior Drake will open the doors of its first factory outlet store on Friday November 6. The budget boutique will trade from 9 am at 700 Wilshire Boulevard, in California's Santa Monica.
"Our fans love the soft, well-treated, expensive leathers we use to make our handbags. With ...

Carlos Falchi's exotic skin designs are something to behold. His multiple decades of fashionable handbags were even commemorated earlier this year at Bergdorf Goodman.

Despite his celebrated fashions and established status, the current economy has taken a toll on nearly every luxury company's sales. This along with other past financial mistakes has spurred Falchi to ...

We all know what kind of germs and nasties lurk on floors, but let's face it. Most handbag hangers look a little cheap and nasty. Now Pavina has solved the problem with its stylish range of purse hooks.

Take this gorgeous Olivine for example. This gem encrusted beauty does our ...

Analeena may not be a household name just yet, but the French brand is generating massive industry buzz.

The collection received rave reviews at last year's London Fashion Week. Harrods responded to the demand and became the label's exclusive UK retailer. After making its debut, the entire collection sold out in ...

Mark your calendars and get your burning questions ready, folks. Bag Snob is bringing in one of the big names for their periodical virtual personal appearance event.

The editors and visitors of the site have chatted with Monica Botkier and Adriana Castro, who provided interesting insights into their backgrounds and design processes. ...

Things seem to be going from bad to worse for European designer label Versace. Not even a month after the brand announced the closure of its Japanese stores comes news that 350 jobs will be cut.

The positions will be cut from Versace's international talent pool by the middle of ...

Baggu's line of reusable shopping totes are environmentally-friendly, durable, and as stylish as a replacement for plastic grocery bags can be. Actually, these tough, little ripstop nylon bags are popular for more than just supermarket shopping since their cute style options, including stripes, florals, and other prints, make them appropriate for everyday ...

DashOfEnvy.com is a new entertainment shopping site which auctions off a different designer handbag every day.

While you need to worry about fakes, beat-up old purses and unreliable sellers on eBay, DashOfEnvy.com takes away the guesswork by offering new and authentic accessories. There are some real bargains to be found too. ...

Gossip Girl's Michelle Trachtenberg, who plays the scandalous Georgina Sparks on the show, recently collaborated with celebrity favorite Monica Botkier to design a handbag inspired by and named after the actress to benefit Oxfam International. Trachtenberg must be proud of her involvement since she's been spotted carrying the co-designed bag on ...

The name L.L. Bean is more likely to evoke images of the great outdoors than the High Street. But the American brand is set to up its fashion standing with the launch of its signature collection.
"This is for modern, everyday dressing," explained the brand's vice president, Chris Vickers. "My ...

Like most giveaways from Ideeli.com, this one is definitely worth entering but won't be up for long. You'll have to act fast if you want the chance to score this fabulous prize.

The exclusive shopping site that has given lucky winners handbags from labels like Miu Miu, Lanvin, and Gucci is now ...

Anyone can carry a Lulu Guinness handbag, but if you don't have brains the British designer definitely won't approve! The handbag queen recently told Vogue UK the kind of girls that she'd prefer carrying her purses.
"Generally the girls who want to carry my bags are pretty bright and quirky,” ...

Anja Rubik has been working hard in the fashion industry lately. This Polish model seems to be involved in all kinds of projects including designing for Poland-based brand Quazi and starring in some of the advertising campaigns of fashion's biggest names.

She has created quite a statement in multiple Gucci ads, ...

The Paris Hiltons of the world think nothing of carrying a pampered pooch about in their handbags, but I'll bet they take their dogs out when they fly! Not so one Romanian traveler, who smuggled a Chihuahua in his hand luggage recently.

The pup made the journey from Bulgaria to Madrid ...