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 teamed up for a new one that may or may not surprise his fans who have come to expect the unexpected. Giles created a new practical tote bag design along with Isklar, a company that produces Norwegian glacial natural mineral water. The designer recently commented on the collaboration:

"I am always on the look out for new, interesting brands with which you can get creative and have a bit of fun. With Isklar I felt there was a real story to be told – one with strong visual qualities that transferred seamlessly into fashion design, but also one that felt a little special and a little magical."

The limited-edition tote features a material that plays off of his signature silk jacquard and two exterior side pockets are just the right size for Isklar water bottles. When you purchase one of 100 Giles Deacon/Isklar bags, you'll also get the satisfaction of knowing that 50% of the proceeds will go to Oxfam to fight poverty and injustice around the world. Click here to buy one before they run out, or enter to win one from Female First.

[Source: Trash Menagerie]

Jacquard Fabric Handbags on eBay

Guess G Shine Jacquard Fabric Satchel Handbag Purse US $33.00   10 Bids Auction Ends: 42m Make it yours...

MICHAEL KORS BAG JACQUARD PRINT RETAIL $348 US $99.99   0 Bid Auction Ends: 1h 30m Make it yours...

COACH Sig Print Jacquard Leather Tote Purse Blue Lining US $124.99   0 Bid Auction Ends: 1h 44m Make it yours...

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.

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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 out stiff competition from the M1 Group, Sven Ley, the son of Escada founder Wolfgang Ley, and St John Knits owner Vester Capital Partners. She made the purchase through a family trust rumored to be in the three-digit million range.

The 33-year-old Ms. Mittal is a mother of two with a degree in finance and a lifelong passion for fashion.

"Our first priority is to ensure that the great heritage of this iconic company is translated into a strong and successful future," she told The Economic Times in India.

It's expected that current CEO, Bruno Slazer, will retain his position during the transition. Ms. Mittal will act as a board member and ambassador for the Escada brand.

[Source: Luxist]
[Image Source: Colros/Flickr]

Escada Bags on eBay

Vintage ESCADA Horse Hair Leather Large Bag Purse US $154.99   0 Bid Auction Ends: 8h 10m Make it yours...

ESCADA Denim Tote with Snap Closure US $30.00   Auction Ends: 23h 12m Make it yours...

AUTH100 ESCADA ESQUISITE BLK LEATHER HAND SHOULDER BAG US $375.00   Auction Ends: 1d 4h 51m Make it yours...

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 hand out to one very lucky member of the community is a practical but chic Burberry Fielding Leather Tote. The suede-lined interior is packed with spots for your everyday items with space to spare for the extras. Metal grommet details, elegant topstitching, and a small Burberry logo pendant complete the pebbled leather exterior.

As always, the contest will only run for a short period of time today, and you must join Ideeli before entering. Click this link to confirm your invitation to join the website, and get your entry in before this evening when the winner is drawn.

[Source: Ideeli]

Burberry Handbags on eBay

Burberry Adorable Spectator style White and Pink Bag US $200.00   Auction Ends: 35m Make it yours...

Burberry Cross Body Brown Purse Made in Italy $425 $99 US $99.00   0 Bid Auction Ends: 51m Make it yours...

Burberry Fragance GiftSet Cosmetic Bag Purse BEIGE NWT US $35.00   21 Bids Auction Ends: 1h 3m Make it yours...

Following the announcement of Jimmy Choo and Elton John's designer collaboration for AIDS initiative Project PEP, the fashionable pair has launched a photographic competition.

Your entry will need three things: you, your favorite shoe, and the number 72. The number is significant as Post Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) must be administered within 72 hours of exposure to the HIV virus.

The competition aims to raise awareness of the Project PEP initiative, which will raise funds for the Simelela Rape Center in Cape Town, South Africa. The center looks to administer rape victims with the vital PEP medication and provide medical, counseling, and legal support.

More than 100 lucky snappers will take home products from the Project PEP range, with the grand prize winner scoring seven pairs of shoes and two purses from Jimmy Choo. Many of the winning images will also be displayed at Project PEP's official launch at Selfridges London on October 29.

[Source: View on Fashion]
[Image Source: Jimmy Choo 72]

Jimmy Choo Handbags on eBay

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JIMMY CHOO H M PINK CLUTCH HANDBAG PURSE SOLD OUT US $150.00   Auction Ends: 1h 2m Make it yours...

JIMMY CHOO H M PINK CLUTCH HANDBAG PURSE CELB WORN US $150.00   Auction Ends: 1h 3m Make it yours...

Luxury handbag label Coach has filed a lawsuit against Target, alleging that the retail giant has infringed upon its intellectual copyright.

In a lawsuit lodged at the United States District Court in Manhattan last Thursday, Coach claims Target is selling handbags "confusingly similar" to its Ergo and Signature Patchwork collections.

"Target is not authorized by Coach to manufacture, distribute, advertise, offer for sale and/or sell merchandise bearing the Ergo designs or the Signature Patchwork designs," the lawsuit said.

The lawsuit includes claims of trademark infringement and unfair competition.

Target is pleading ignorance on this one, with a spokeswoman claiming "We are currently looking into this situation and working with our vendor partner.

"It always has been - and continues to be - Target's policy to respect the intellectual property rights of others."

It'll be interesting to see how this case goes. We've seen the luxury labels take down many small brands creating obvious counterfeits, but a firm with the might of Target may be another story.

[Source: Wall Street Journal]
[Image Source: Shoshanah/Wikipedia Commons]

Coach Ergo Bags on eBay

Authentic Coach Patchwork Ergo Hobo NEW US $199.99   Auction Ends: 49m Make it yours...

Small Vintage Black Leather COACH Ergo Hobo Bag Purse US $9.95   1 Bid Auction Ends: 2h 58m Make it yours...

New Auth Coach Ergo Signature Flap Purse Bag Tote 11257 US $85.75   13 Bids Auction Ends: 4h 24m Make it yours...

The recent Versace Spring/Summer 2010 runway show at Milan Fashion Week gave Justin Timberlake some competition for bringing sexy back. In a collection featuring vibrant colors, bold prints, and super-high miniskirts reminiscent of 1960s mod fashion, Versace's new looks take quite a turn from the edgy, modern fall/winter fashion modeled by Gisele Bundchen.

I think the word "psychedelic" is appropriate for what was seen on the runway. The clothes were extreme in so many ways, and the accessories fit right in with that theme.

The purses ranged from bold black and white with geometric prints to pastel python trimmed with ruching. Let's just say that Versace held nothing back, and the results are stunning and will either draw you in or make you stare in disbelief.

Donatella Versace cited Tim Burton's upcoming film version of Alice in Wonderland as inspiration saying, "I loved the idea of that fantasy land." See more of the whimsical bags from the colorful and unique spring/summer collection.

[Source: That's a Fabulous Handbag]

Versace Handbags on eBay

VERSACE Snap Out Of It HANDBAG PURSE Black Studs NEW US $750.00   Auction Ends: 5h 7m Make it yours...

$395 NEW VERSACE VERSUS DESIGNER HANDBAG PURSE BAG US $129.99   0 Bid Auction Ends: 7h 57m Make it yours...

Versace Clutch US $100.00   0 Bid Auction Ends: 22h 48m Make it yours...

Linea Pelle is giving its iconic Dylan bags a makeover for fall.

The Dylan collection has been the brand's best-seller for many years thanks to its signature slouch, vintage washed texture, and lush Italian leather finish. Modern style icons Vanessa Hudgens, Paris Hilton, Hayden Panettiere, and Rihanna have all been spotted carrying these famous Linea Pelle purses.

The new Dylans feature some hot new body styles and colors including teak, hibiscus, sand, and this fun parrot green. This unexpected hue seems more springtime than fall fashion to me, but that does make it stand out!

To celebrate the launch of the revamped line, Linea Pelle will give away a $3000 "Be a Celebrity" shopping spree to one lucky bagista. Until the competition's close on October 31, the fashion label will also give away prizes every day including Linea Pelle bracelets, wallets, and signature belts. No purchase is necessary; just enter your e-mail address into the website to enter the draw. Entry is open to all US residents aged 18 years and over.

[Source: PRWeb]
[Image Source: Linea Pelle]

Linea Pelle Dylan Bags on eBay

NWT Linea Pelle Dylan Long Zip Wallet All Colors US $109.00   Auction Ends: 14d 5h 40m Make it yours...

NWT Linea Pelle Fall09 Black Folding Dylan Tote US $620.00   Auction Ends: 11d 23h 38m Make it yours...

LINEA PELLE Croco DYLAN Double Zippy in TURQUOISE US $204.99   Auction Ends: 29d 23h 14m Make it yours...

Handbag.com is doing more than collaborating with Cancer Research UK for their Handbag Amnesty program to fund breast cancer research in the United Kingdom. On a less solemn note, they're bringing designer fashion to the masses.

The website is giving away one gorgeous purse every day during the month of September. That's thirty chances to win one (well, a few less now that we're already mid-month). Today's giveaway was a pretty purple D&G bowler bag, but that's just the beginning. They've also got designs by Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs, Juicy Couture, Chloe, Lauren Merkin, and other favorites you see on BagBunch.

You've still got plenty of chances to win one of your very own handbags. The website will select winners each morning and set the next prize on display. Be sure to read the fine print, though. Handbag.com's competitions are only open to UK residents who are at least 18 or older.

[Source: Handbag.com]

D&G Handbags on eBay

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D G DENIM W GLITTERY GOLD SILVER ACCENTS HOBO PURSE US $35.00   0 Bid Auction Ends: 23h 46m Make it yours...

Authentic D G Black Evening Clutch Case US $32.00   0 Bid Auction Ends: 1d 1h 52m Make it yours...

Move over YSL Roady Tote, you've got some competition for the newest gotta-have-it handbag for Hollywood celebrities. Tod's G-Bag is making its way around town and popping up on quite a few famous shoulders.

Although the G-Bag is not a brand-new design for the label, its popularity seems to have increased exponentially in recent months. Gwyneth Paltrow, a loyal fan of the brand, was first seen with the bag in Tod's spring/summer 2009 ad campaign, and it has only gained momentum from there.

It makes sense then for Tod's to keep bringing it back with a few tweaks here and an additional color option there. Although some of the celebrities' versions of the tote differ a bit from one another, they are all equally enviable and chic.

Julia Roberts and Halle Barry have been rocking their classic khaki G-Bag for some time, while Jessica Alba spiced up the look a bit with a fun snakeskin material. This Tod's tote might not be a financial stretch for well-paid celebrities, but $1,665 is quite  a chunk of change for the rest of us. I guess we'll have to stick with more affordable roomy totes like the B. Makowsky Nassau.

[Source: InStyle]
[Image: Bergdorf Goodman]

Tod's Handbags on eBay

AUTH TODS D BAG HANDBAG BROWN LEATHER NICE US $49.99   1 Bid Auction Ends: 2h 13m Make it yours...

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