I normally throw my support behind any new eco-friendly bags, but I must admit that this Baggu line has me scratching my head.

The brand has taken its popular reusable shopper and added a president. I'm not quite sure who would want to carry a shopper with the screen printed face of Abraham Lincoln on it, but those patriotic history lovers are sure to be pleased.

Like all Baggu bags, this limited edition Lincoln shopper is made from ripstop nylon. This fabric is lightweight, and guaranteed not to tear when carrying cans and other groceries weighing up to 25 pounds. It big enough to hold the equivalent of two or three plastic bags, but folds up into a 5 x 5 inch pouch, so you can stash it away in your handbag or pocket. Supermarket spills are no problem, as this Baggu bag is machine washable.

At $12, this Baggu bag works out to be more expensive than the brand's typical multipacks. But it is a little more fun than the traditional single-color options.

More Features of This Baggu Limited Edition Shopper

• A gusseted bottom
• Dual handles
• Weighs 2 ounces

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Jessica Simpson is not, by any means, the only one that's churning out the faux exotic skin purses, but the brand definitely has quite a few styles in this very of-the-moment trend. Animal activists and budget shoppers can celebrate together about the plethora of fake crocodile and snakeskin flushing the market right now.

This Sasha Satchel from Jessica Simpson's handbag line is a prime example of the affordable feature working on several different levels. Not only does the price sit well for most, ringing in at just barely over $100, but the simplicity of the design will appeal to many women who prefer the classic style of famous croc-users such as Hermes.

For the most part, the Sasha is tastefully devoid of superfluous details that would compete with the handbag's visually interesting texture. Except for a few pieces of hardware and a little buckled detail on the handles, this purse is mostly about the material.

You might be wondering about the miniature pouch hanging down from one of the Sasha's handles. However, this bonus feature is removable allowing you to use it for extra storage inside the bag or separately.

More Features of the Sasha Satchel

• Measures 16 x 10.5 x 5.25 inches
• Double handles with 9 inch drop
• Interior zippered divider pocket
• Synthetic crocodile

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A Scottish stylista recently bagged a bargain, after paying just a few hundred pounds for a Hermes handbag. The prized purse was sold at the Cancer Research UK shop in Pitlochry, Perthshire.

It's estimated that the bag was worth at least £1500, but the store owners were happy to accept the much smaller donation.

"Myself and Sarah, who works out in the store, were looking through a selection of bags, and then this classy looking bag appears at the bottom of the plastic bag. I was still trying to work out what it was, when Sarah starts jumping around saying 'It's a Hermes. It's a Hermes,'" explained store manager, Mary Butchart.

The charity store was inundated with calls as rumors of the Hermes handbag quickly swept the town.

"Yesterday I received over a dozen calls from people saying they're interested in the bag, but on Monday a woman came into buy it. We'd been urged by people to put it up on eBay but as a charity we can't do that. However, this woman came and was willing to pay the cash up front for the bag, so we thought it was a very fair offer."

I'm sure the mystery buyer agreed! This is definitely a case of being in the right place at the right time.

[Source: STV News]
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Paris Fashion Week brought with it a rush of new styles and tons of high fashion and elegance. It also ushered in the launch of a limited edition handbag collection from Mont Charles de Monaco, which is regarded as the "premier high fashion label of the Principality of Monaco."

In addition to an haute couture runway show resulting from a collaboration between Mont Charles and designer Christophe Guillarme, the label debuted its new in-store boutique on the renowned luxury-laden ground floor of Paris' Galeries Lafayette. The new boutique displays Mont Charles' new 2010 Haute Maroquinerie collection, which includes exotic skins and ultra-feminine, sophisticated designs that are meant to be a fashion investment for women.

"The world absolutely associates Monaco with glamour", stated Founder & CEO John Mclean. "Mont Charles de Monaco emphasises this, and adds a modern twist".

Materials like python and alligator are crafted into simple, elegant, curved handbags that practically ooze the sophistication of famous luxury labels such as Hermes and Prada. More can be seen from the posh collection on Mont Charles de Monaco's online catalog.

[Source: fibre2fashion]

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Naomi Campbell might have quite the reputation when it comes to ridiculously violent reactions to seemingly innocent situations. However, the international supermodel also has a well-known heart for charity work.

Campbell has collaborated with luxury design brands before to benefit charity, such as her Hermes Birkin bag auction for the White Ribbon Alliance. Well, she's at it again to help out the pregnancy and childbirth focused organization, but this time with Louis Vuitton.

As global ambassador of the White Ribbon Alliance, the model has chosen a signature monogrammed LV handbag to retail in the company's stores, with part of the proceeds from sales going directly to the worthwhile organization.

Although we don't have a name yet for the upcoming handbag, we do know that it will retail for roughly $2, 800. You'll be able to get your hands on the new Louis Vuitton purse next March right around Women's Day.

Naomi summed things up with a short, and maybe slightly defensive, quip about this type of collaboration:

"People say fashion people don't do anything. We do a lot," she said.

She does surprise me with her commitment to the White Ribbon Alliance, but I'd certainly never say she doesn't do anything.

[Source: My Fashion Life]
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Luxury brand Hermes seems to be riding over the wave of economic crisis with only a mere splash or two of disturbance. Somehow this label is defying the odds in a fashion industry that is simply trying to tread water.

With new stores and pop-up boutiques opening, Hermes continues to expand thanks to promising profits. It is furthering its fashion expansion with a new acquisition. Apparently, the brand is in the process or purchasing an auspicious location on the corner of London's reputable Bond Street.

The location is currently occupied by struggling luxury jewelry and accessories brand Asprey. Hermes will obtain the building and maybe even the business. Hermes wasn't the only luxury brand with its eyes on the advantageous spot though. Chanel reportedly had an interest in the London location before Hermes beat them to it.

Although acquiring Asprey's building sounds like a smart move and right up a booming label's alley, I'd be somewhat surprised to hear a confirmation of Hermes taking over more than Asprey's current housing on Bond Street. I suppose we'll have to wait to find out if the second part of the rumor is true or not.

[Source: Luxist]
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Last year we saw Hermes creative director Jean Paul Gaultier design limited edition water bottles for Evian. Now in 2009 the water bottle giant has enlisted the help of another handbag designer, Paul Smith.

The colorful Brit used his iconic designs and vibrant palette to create these exclusive water bottles. They're quite pretty, but aren't they just going to end up in landfill once the water's gone? Or is the idea to create a container so pretty, you'll want to go green and refill it time and time again?

This video doesn't give us any further insights into the eco-friendly implications of the collaboration, but it does tell us more about Paul Smith, his design process, and his work with Evian. I didn't know he had such a wicked sense of humor!

The bottles comes with five different collectible caps. They are available for presale now through Evian's website, ahead of their release to fine dining establishments and gourmet retailers in November.

[Source: View on Fashion]

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Pamela Anderson seems like an odd choice for a designer label ad campaign. When other brands are showing off their products on the waif-like bodies of supermodels like Kate Moss and Raquel Zimmerman, Vivienne Westwood is opting for busty and brassy with Anderson.

This actually isn't the first time that the Baywatch babe has collaborated with the edgy designer, though. Pamela showed up in Westwood's ads last season and even walked one of her runway shows, to the surprise of Fashion Week attendees earlier this year.

In the designer's Gold Label ad campaign for this fall/winter season, the voluptuous blonde poses with Vivienne and Vivienne's much-younger husband Andreas Kronthaler. The look is both raw and unstructured and even kind of random.

I'm not sure what the purpose or vision is supposed to be, but at least we get a great view of some Gold Label handbags in the front of this one. They might not be on full display due to the busy stuff going on around them, but I can spy a few nice shapes and details.

[Source: Daily Mail]

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Liberty's scarf room in London is about to be taken over by Hermes. The British retailer will host a pop-up Hermes scarf and tie shop from September 7 to October 18.

The space will take the form of an oversized dressing up box, where visitors can experiment with the luxurious French creations. There's the iconic carre scarf, which can apparently double as a handbag, halter-neck top, and belt with the right know how. If you're going to pay Hermes prices, you might as well spend your money on something so versatile! There's also the innovative cravate-foulard, a unique tie and cravat blend.

Stylists and photographers will also be on hand to help customers create just the right looks, and record them for posterity!

The limited-edition store will also give Hermes fans the chance to snap up exclusive ties and scarves designed by Hermes Silk creative director, Bali Barret. These rare scarves are crafted from Liberty's famous Tana Lawn cottons, and screen-printed with Hermes famous Ex Libris design.

With the store only opening for six weeks, Hermes fans will have to get in quick to snap up these collector's items!

[Source: Telegraph]

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Rumors are abuzz that Jean Paul Gaultier will be leaving his current post as creative director for French luxury giant Hermès. The highly acclaimed couture aficionado, who has been with the company for the last six years, will reportedly step down from the position following the release of the design house's spring 2010 collection in October.

Gaultier has done well for the company since Martin Margiela resigned back in 2003. Though the company has faced a few setbacks here and there during the fashion recession, their overall numbers have been strong. Let's not forget their recent foray into crocodile farming simply due to the high demand of their astronomically expensive handbags. That alone says quite a bit about their continued success.

We don't know yet if the separation of creative director from label is a mutual decision or not. However, Hermès must be somewhat sorry to see him go after seeing good numbers during his stint. It is even financially invested in Jean Paul Gaultier's personal designing with a 35 percent stake in his collection.

There's no word yet on a possible replacement.  Whoever it is, though, will have some big fashion shoes to fill.

[Source: Fashion Week Daily]
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