50 Unusually Bold and Bizarre Bags 21-30

Posted on: Nov 16

The $52k Bag

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This Louis Vuitton Tribute bag is made in France and is a patchwork mess of 14 Louis Vuitton bags. Louis Vuitton has definitely made a mark on the fashion industry, and many LV bags remain classics to this day. Somehow I don't imagine it to be the case with this one, despite the hype. Only 24 were made and Beyonce Knowles is one of the lucky owners of this $52,000 purse.

Undergarments Exposed

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Many people like to keep their undergarments concealed under clothing, but others are proud to show them off. This bag celebrates the latter. These were in about seven years ago, no joke. They are stiff, have small entry zippers and only get so unique. Corsets are still in, but it will be up to you whether or not carrying this around town is an option.

A Bag Against Breast Cancer

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Handbags made from bras are popular and are generally made and sold as a way to promote the fight against breast cancer and promote awareness. These are fairly simple to construct and make a positive statement. Although you may not carry it around on a daily basis due to the size and functionality, the cause is close to all of our hearts, so you should take the chance to fight it however you can.

Skunk Fur by Fendi

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Although the skunk is not the best loved animal anywhere, we're sure PETA still doesn't appreciate this Fendi skunk fur purse. Does anyone know if skunk fur is soft though? Getting too close to one anywhere else would be a hazard. With such detail, this bag may be too much for some to handle. Decorated with the fur of a skunk, many would say this bag really stinks.

Chinese Take Out Bag

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Love Chinese take out? This is the handbag for you. The design is clever and creative, to say the least. The use of materials to craft a small purse into the likeness of a take-out box speaks for itself. Just be sure to keep things straight; you wouldn't want anyone to dump noodles into your purse, unless you don't have anything else to pack your leftovers in.

Chicken Feet

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Everyone loves a bag with form and function; classic structure mated with a creative twist make this accessory quite unique. We're sure this handbag is sure to get second looks. To protect the bottom of the bag from scuffs, it actually has feet. And not just any feet either; they are chicken feet. It looks like it's about to run away!

Toad Bag

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This strange looking bag looks like an oversized toad. What's not to love? Plenty. Wait a second, you're right; it is an oversized toad. We don't have to get into all the issues you may come across carrying this beaut, like nausea and ugly looks, but one has to wonder how much actually fits inside of the bag. If nothing else, it can function as a glorified cell phone case.

A Swinging Dead Cat Bag

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The design of this dead cat bag may not be a favorite for cat lovers, but it's definitely an attention getter. It doesn't look easy to carry, with an inflexible bar as the handle. It also seems relatively small, which wouldn't allow for many goodies, despite how inconveniently wide the purse is. How does it open? We hope it doesn't follow anatomy.

Peacekeeper Bag

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Live in a rough neighborhood? This purse has a brass knuckle handle that shows thugs you're not to be messed with. But really, most reasonably sized purses can function as a decent whacker. We think this is more of a statement of attitude than statement of actual functionality. Although, it looks like the handle is removable, so you can get down to business if need be.

Russian Doll Handbag

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This absolutely precious handbag is made from the outermost Russian nesting doll. It's unusual and completely irresistible. It would be a great little accessory for a night out on the town, and the classic colors allow for easy matching with many outfits. A wonderful plus is that it appears able to hold more than just a tube of lipstick, maybe ID, your cell, and some cash, which is something we all look for in a formal handbag.

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Chloe Elsie Shoulder Bag | Sophisticated Uptown Metallic Check Shoulder Bag With Chain Straps

Posted on: Sep 28

48400 in dlChloe's fall line has thus far disappointed me. But, perhaps it's due to my own expectations. I don't really associate Chloe with a neutral color palette or uptown styling, but that seems to be what the label's up to lately.

This opulent gold take on a classic look is very Blair Waldorf. It isn't even close to my style, but I think it's one of the most perfect ultra-preppy accessories I've seen in a long time.

The shape is feminine and refined, and the size is big enough to carry what you might need in a day, but still small enough to look dainty. The huge gold turnlock fastening adds the perfect amount of bling to the front of the bag, and the chain straps add to the delicate, sweet look.

This would be a great office bag for an uptown girl, or even a downtown girl who wants to add a touch of refinement to her wardrobe.

More Features Of The Chloe Elsie Shoulder Bag

  • 10" x 7" x 4" size
  • 11" strap drop
  • Nude leather lining
  • Internal logo-embossed pocket

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Fendi Zucca Zebra-Print Tote | Signature Embossed Canvas And Black Patent Animal Print Designer Carryall

Posted on: Sep 27

Fendi is one of those lines that creates an "It" bag almost every single season. Its style is characterized by a strongly traditional Italian aesthetic with a little extra bling.

Unlike its sister bag, The Zucca Snake Print Tote, this version definitely screams Fendi. The black patent zebra print lets its signature logo canvas show right through. This is a really interesting new way to treat the logo bag, and frankly, I like it better than a plain canvas bag covered with Fs.

The size is great for carrying on a full day of errands, but honestly, I'm not really sure that these straps are the best choice. They're a little skinny, and I can imagine that once this baby gets full, those straps will dig in deeply to your shoulder.

Other than the straps, I think that this tote is a cool way to carry your everyday stuff stylishly.

More Features Of The Fendi Zucca Zebra-Print Tote

  • 14" x 11" x 6" size
  • 9" handle drop
  • Zipper top
  • Internal zip pocket and two pouch pockets

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Bottega Veneta Reports Increase in Sales | Only Brand from PPR to Grow

Posted on: Aug 1

LVMH, manager of brands like Fendi and Marc Jacobs, isn't the only big-time luxury goods conglomerate to suffer significantly, yet report impressive numbers for only one fashion label under their business umbrella.

One of the other well-known holding company names in the designer world, PPR, is dealing with the same issue. The news is good for their subsidiary Bottega Veneta, though. They're the only brand under PPR that actually saw growth in their sales numbers over the second quarter.  

Bottega Veneta's 8.6% sales increase is significant when you consider PPR's 76% decline in first-half net profits when compared to last year. I'm guessing that their star performer in fashion sales is getting the royal treatment these days, especially when it comes to doling out the marketing money.

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Fendi Borsa Zia Forever Shoulder Bag | Gold Designer Handbag with Signature Print

Posted on: Jul 21

Fendi glams up its famous signature print with this gold Borsa Zia Forever bag.

The iconic pattern is rendered on genuine calfskin which has been laminated for a little extra shine. Some might argue that gold leather already has enough gloss, but this isn't a purse that does things by halves. It's not the brassiest gold I've seen, and the silvery interlocking letters make it all look a little less ostentatious than it might. But it's still no shrinking violet.

The "look at me" attitude continues with a gold-tone Fendi clasp and a matching chunky chain. One wonders why the leather sides weren't extended to cushion our shoulders, but I suppose this isn't a purse that worries too much about practical perks.

That assumption is confirmed when you peek inside. The luxury is taken care of with the soft suede lining, but it skimps on space and organizational features. Not that a purse so slender needs a lot of pockets!

Its petite stature makes the Borsa Zia Forever the kind of bag you might flash around at night, but pass over for a more practical purse during the day. It's got its flaws, but Fendi fans will be tempted to overlook them.

More Features of This Fendi Signature Shoulder Bag

  • Magnetic closure
  • A zippered pocket inside
  • A 20-inch gold-tone chain with an adjustable handle and 8 inch drop
  • Measures 10 x 7 x 4 inches

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Burberry Classic Tartan Baguette | Traditional Classy Leather-trim Tote

Posted on: Jul 16

With Emma Watson gracing the face of every magazine in stunning Burberry creations, I thought the time had come to review a classic Burberry handbag like this elegant baguette.

With its chestnut leather trim and iconic tartan print, this Burberry tote could not be a better example of everything that makes this famous British brand so well known. This baguette in particular, with its satchel like shape, really brings to mind luxury British schools and horse-riding!

Of course, the Burberry brand is the type of look that you either love or hate. The tartan suits very particular tastes, whilst often the associations with Burberry caps and more can be overpowering. If the style is your cup of tea, however, then this elegant and functional example is a great choice.

The tradition of this classic baguette is modernized with an over-sized leather buckle and vinyl coated canvas. Its equestrian theme may still be a little conservative for some, but this is a handbag that will catch attention and recognition wherever you go.

More Features of this Classic Burberry Tote

  • Comes with dust bag
  • Inner zip and phone compartments
  • Reinforced corners
  • Deep brown leather trim

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Anti-Paparazzi Handbag Foils Celebrity Photographers

Posted on: Jul 7

Hollywood starlets may soon be trading in their Louis Vuitton and Fendi purses for new high-tech accessories. Designer Adam Harvey has created a handbag which prevents the paparazzi from capturing those incriminating candid snaps.

It works by creating a glare in a photographer's lens, which obscures the stars in their most shameful moments. An extra-bright LED is triggered by a light detector, so when a camera flash goes off, so does the anti-paparazzi bag.

"I created an anti-paparazzi device that communicates the desire to not be photographed," explained Mr. Harvey.

If only Britney Spears had carried one when she forgot her underwear. Perhaps Samantha Ronson and Lindsey Lohan wouldn't have had such a tumultuous relationship if they could have kept their kisses on the down low.

But does this purse spell the end of those trashy photos we all secretly love? My favorite gossip magazines are bound to become boring with only polished red carpet shots to pore over!

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Fendi Luxury Two-Tone Tan Handbag | Leather Purse with Oversized Contrasting Patent Buckles

Posted on: Jun 18

This is a very cute novelty handbag from stunning handbag designer, Fendi. Known this season for their bondage-style patent heels, this theme has continued in the two huge shiny buckles mounted on this gentle tan purse.

The purse itself is in a traditional tan satchel design. Trimmed in black patent piping, the curved lines and designer structure are strongly emphasized. That is about as far as the traditional goes, however! Alongside the huge twin buckles that are the bag's main feature, the  handles are antique colored over-sized chain. There is something of the Alice in Wonderland with this Fendi purse - everything is the wrong size!

Once you get past the more obvious features, you can see the additional details that always set Fendi apart from the rabble. The signature logo buckle prongs are a particularly nice touch! It's expensive even with these features thrown in, but is a great and deserving member of the collectible Fendi brand.

This is a handbag with definite designer wow-factor!

More Features of this Luxury Fendi Buckle Satchel

  • 18" handle drop (leather and chain)
  • Inside pocket
  • Fendi pouch included
  • Sumptuous leather

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Fendi Violet Sequined Spy Bag | Small Satin Sparkly Tote

Posted on: Jun 9

A Fendi Spy bag is the It bag to end all It bags. While this comes with incredible cache, it also comes with a lot of lemmings and the pitfall of seeing every other girl with your purse.

So it behooves a shopper to look for a lesser-worn design of a high-visibility It bag. Like this Fendi Violet Sequined Spy Bag.

The signature spy bag design looks quite different when done all in sequins. And I love the pink and purple sequins they chose for the job, accented with black detail to highlight the traditional Spy shape. Pale goldtone hardware supplies the finishing touches.

True to the design there is a short flap over top with a logo-plate detailed satin loop. Satin piping extends down the sides and bottom as well.

The major challenge of this bag is where to wear it. It's quite large for an evening bag but too dressy for day. If you don't find yourself with a lot of red carpet situations, I think the best bet is artsy functions and fancy dinners.

More Features Of The Fendi Violet Sequined Spy Bag

  • Rust satin interior with patch pockets
  • Measures 11 x 8 x 5 inches
  • 16 inch top handles with 4 inch drop

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Vintage Handbags Book Documents Purses Through the Ages

Posted on: May 31

Following on from her popular retrospectives Vintage Fashion, Vintage Furniture, and Vintage Shoes comes fashion expert Marnie Fogg's latest coffee table compendium, Vintage Handbags.

This beautiful book spans 100 years of handbag fashions, showcasing iconic styles from fashion's golden ages. It documents the key designers, technical developments, and cultural influences which shaped handbag design in each decade. See Elsa Schiaparelli's mesh bags for Whiting & Davis in the 1920s, Hermès Kelly bag from the 1950s, through the modern masterpieces like the Fendi baguette.

There are plenty of full-color photographs for us to drool over, including archive images, fashion photos, and specially commissioned shots of period pieces.

Vintage Handbags gets an extra dose of cred with a foreword by acclaimed designer Anya Hindmarch.

Vintage Handbags will be released in September through Carlton Books. The price is yet to be determined, but you can sign up for on-sale notification through Amazon.

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