Steve Madden Ruffle Satchel | Spacious Abstract Shoulder Bag

Posted on: Nov 20

I am impressed by how top-end designer this ruffled satchel from Steven Madden actually looks.

I think it is the design that makes this reasonably affordable handbag look quite so posh. The ruffles aren't just layered like bags normally do, instead being cut from the same synthetic leather in unpredictable patterns. In an abstract way, they twist and contradict each other from handles to base.

A soon as you get out the handle shoulder strap this purse does start looking a little more high street. It is, after all, cut from vaguely coordinating canvas, and is more about function that it is about looks. If you want to look classy, I suggest you only use the shoulder strap when absolutely necessary - although it is nice to have the option.

Whilst the main handles are a little short for such a stocky satchel, I do love the way it looks. The gold hardware contrasting with the golden-pewter shade works particularly well, stopping that bag from looking dull and cold. Instead, this spacious purse looks warm and very smart.

All in all this is an attractively and deceptively designed shoulder-bag with both practicality and looks in mind.

More Features of this Steve Madden Abstract Bag

  • Available in black and pewter
  • Sytheic leather
  • Brown interior with pockets
  • Optional brown canvas shoulder-strap

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Big Buddha Mia Handbag | Affordable Synthetic Snakeskin Rose Bag

Posted on: Nov 17

In the tradition of Valentino's Rose handbags comes this more affordable, yet far less luxurious, Big Buddha Mia bag.

If your budget can stretch, I'd pass this one over for the Valentino alternative. While the rose is just as flirty and feminine, the stiff synthetic doesn't fall as softly as an authentic leather would. The snakeskin finish is also a little too garish for this already heavily decorated look. While the colors are sedate, a plain fabric would have made the large ruffled flower appear a little more elegant.

But it's not all bad news. The traditional domed satchel shape maximizes the space available, while pockets inside and out help your belongings stay organized. The curved carrying handles are cute, but they'd be a little awkward to use once your satchel's loaded up. That’s when the longer strap comes into play, allowing you to sling the Mia over your shoulder or across your entire body.

I may prefer the similar Valentino purse, but not everyone can afford to drop a few thousand dollars on a satchel. At just $85 the Mia does a fairly credible impersonation of the more expensive accessory.

More Features of This Big Buddha Rose Handbag

  • Top zip entry
  • Fabric lined interior
  • An interior zip pocket, slide pocket, and cell phone pocket
  • An exterior zip pocket
  • Measures 15 x 5 x 5 inches

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Cynthia Vincent Simple Metallic Pouch | Disco-style Silver Purse

Posted on: Nov 12

Is this is wallet, a coin purse or a clutch? Perhaps it is a little makeup bag, or simply a storage pouch? This square little purse is quite a mystery, and it is confusing me!

Regarding looks, it is actually quite a nice break from the norm to see something this undecorated. The bright blue or silver color stands out for itself and doesn't need to be adorned. A little bit of function is added by the simple tied zip pull, but other than that there are no fancy features or special additions.

So, what we are left with is a small, elegant square pouch, with no interior or exterior pockets and no buttons, nor bells and whistles. In essence, this is a totally, utterly versatile square of leather, great for holding your phone, or your jewelery, or even accompanying you on a night out.

As for what it is? I think you might have to decide that yourself!

More Features of this Cynthia Vincent Simple Pouch

  • Available in silver or metallic blue
  • Simple dark interior
  • Tied zip pull

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Aldo Greveinchianti Bag | Girly Red Ruffle Perforated Synthetic Purse

Posted on: Nov 7

The Aldo Greveinchianti may not be high-end fashion, but it's still a real showstopper.

This frothy concoction features a host of frilly ruffles embellished with tiny perforated holes. Yes it's over the top, but that's the whole point. That's why I prefer the purse is this lusty red shade rather than the more conservative white. It's also likely to hide its age better in the years to come.

And given the quality of the synthetic, it just might last long enough for you to see that benefit. You might expect a flimsy fabric for this cheap and cheerful price, but the synthetic here is of the heavy duty variety. It's still not as opulent as leather, but it's not a bad substitute.

The Greveinchianti retails for an affordable $50, but you can find it discounted online for as low as $7.98. What a steal for something so fun, frivolous and fabulous! It goes without saying that it won't suit the more reserved fashion fans out there, but it's definitely caught my eye.

More Features of This Aldo Ruffled Purse

  • Zip top closure
  • Zip and slip pockets inside
  • Dual shoulder straps with metal hoops
  • Measures 17 x 13 x 5.5 inches

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Hype Mia Tote | Large Croc-Embossed Leather North-South Bag

Posted on: Oct 14

It's got a little name, but the Mia tote from Hype is big, bright, and bold!

This larger than life handbag has enough space inside to hold everything you need, and enough style to impress. The finish is billed as crocodile-embossed leather, but nobody is going to believe this is a genuine exotic. The tiny irregular squares appear more like a mosaic than crocodile scales, but perhaps that's okay. This surface may not be a convincing croc, but it's got its own charm that goes beyond mere imitation.

The drawstring adds a casual air, but it's not a very effective closure. It's fiddly to use, and contorts the bag into an overly puckered shape. With a zippered closure providing security back-up, I wonder why the drawstring was included at all!

Zippered pockets in the front add aesthetic and practical appeal. They're deep enough for stashing everything you need at your fingertips. Another slip pocket in the rear provides even more storage space.

And that's before we even get inside. The deep north-south shape is large enough to carry the things we need to survive the day, while a zippered pocket and three multifunctional slips help keep the clutter at bay.

The rolled shoulder straps are probably long enough for most girls to sling over their shoulder, but the removable longer strap provides a little extra versatility. It converts the tote to a cross-body bag, perfect for your daily commute.

With 11 different colors available, there's literally one to suit everybody. Conservative tastes may gravitate towards black or smoke gray, while more daring divas may prefer tango orange or this Aztec blue.

More Features of This Hype Croc Embossed Tote

  • Fully lined interior
  • Dual shoulder straps with a 7 inch drop
  • Measures 15 x 14 x 4 inches

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Treesje Divino Shoulder Bag | Lambskin Leather Purse with Ruffles and Zippers

Posted on: Oct 13

Ruffled detail isn't something I'm accustomed to seeing on a design from the typically edgy and trendy brand Treesje. So this Divino shoulder bag with its use of the feminine accent definitely caught my eye.

The way that the tiny ruffles are added to the edges of the front and back zippered pockets as well as the top of the purse give the Divino just a hint of subtle femininity. I'm not sure anyone would categorize this design as a ruffled handbag since the detail is so understated, as opposed to the much more obvious use of the accent we saw on the Jessica Simpson Runway satchel.

It's certainly not enough to scare off gals who tend to go for edgy styles since the Divino also has plenty of trendy stitching and zippered details to satisfy that population of shoppers. However, I can also see it appealing to women who prefer a little girliness to their handbags as well. Treesje managed to touch on just the right amount of both styles without going overboard. Of course, that won't appeal to the extremes of each personal taste, but it's a nice medium of the two looks.

This version of the Divino shoulder bag is a decent size with comfortable, thick straps ideal for everyday use. If you like bigger dimensions when it comes to purses, there's actually a Divino Grande design that offers the same overall look in a slightly larger size.

More Features of the Divino Shoulder Bag 

  • Measures 13 x 11.5 x 4 inches
  • Double handles with 7.5 inch drop
  • Zip top closure with flap detail

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Chocolate Sophia Shoulder Bag | Affordable Feminine Synthetic Flower Ruffle Handbag

Posted on: Oct 5

Some say that chocolate is a girl's best friend, so it's no surprise that the accessories brand which shares the name of the sweet treat has made a bag so girly! The Sophia Shoulder Bag is fun, feminine, and frilly!

A traditional shoulder bag shape is dressed up with a ruffled appliqué across the top. The twirls and curls of synthetic fabric looks a little like flowers, which only ups the girly appeal. This pale pink bag is the logical choice for feminine fillies. But the white bag downplays the obvious girlish nature of the Sophia, creating a look that's a little more modern and versatile.

Whichever you pick, you'll be impressed with all the carrying space inside. There's plenty of room for daily essentials, and a few luxuries besides. The zippered pocket and two multifunctional slips work to keep the clutter at bay.

While the design is impressive, the quality is less so. Some may argue that you get what you pay for, and that $93 doesn't buy much. But I've seen synthetics which imitate leather much better, and linings less stiff, for this kind of money.

More Features of This Chocolate Ruffled Shoulder Bag

  • Zip top closure
  • Dual shoulder straps with a 6.5 inch drop
  • Measures 9.5 x 16 x 5.5 inches
  • Made in China

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“InStyle” Lists Best Bag Styles, Fall Trends, and Celebrity Purse Fans

Posted on: Sep 22

InStyle's fun and informative list of the "Best Bags for Fall" includes a veritable plethora of handbag-toting celebrities showing off some of the most current styles for the upcoming season.

The list is fairly comprehensive encompassing nearly every recent, popular handbag trend I can rattle off in one sentence. This includes everything from design details like ruffles and studs to other features like silver color, snakeskin, and chain straps. Oh, and evidently satchels and oversize clutches are big for the season as well. I'm not sure they really ever went out of vogue, especially satchels, but I suppose they might be even more prominent this fall.

I can't say I'm particularly surprised by anything on InStyle's list, but it's fun to see which stars are wearing what styles. I've already seen the pictures of Jessica Alba sporting her Tod's snakeskin tote, but Heidi Klum's edgy studded and fringed large tote was new to me. Of course, the designer labels are prevalent on this list full of stars. Familiar names and trend-leaders like Rebecca Minkoff, Prada, and Dolce & Gabbana all made an appearance.

See the full list of fall handbag trends seen on celebrities.

[Source: InStyle]
[Image: Rebecca Minkoff]

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Designer Brand Be & D Revisits Familiar Styles and Brings in New Details for Fall 09 Handbag Collection

Posted on: Aug 29

With price tags generally pushing $1,000 and beyond, Be & D is one of those fashion accessories labels that I love to covet despite the fact that it is decidedly out of my handbag shopping budget. In an industry where certain looks can sometimes start to pop up in more than one brand's collection, this company seems to have a voice of its own.

Its styles aren't shockingly different than other brands like Rebecca Minkoff or Marc Jacobs, but its handbags do tend to be quite unique. It seems that Be & D also like to stick to its favorites as well as bringing in some fresh looks, though, as its collection of fall 2009 handbags exhibits.

Although there's some new flavors in the mix, we also see that it has revisited its one-of-a-kind Kan Kan tote as well as the Cosette satchel. However, there are a couple of trendy, unexpected additions including metal studs and leopard print. I'm not talking about a handful of studs on a shoulder strap; the Garbo tote in khaki is actually covered in them. I was also completely surprised to see the Woodstock hobo in full leopard print.

It's interesting to see this injection of new style into Be & D's handbags, though they hardly needed anything else to convince me to look at them.

[Source: Be & D]

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Steven by Steve Madden Lady Killers Satchel | Bold Purple Handbag with Feminine Details

Posted on: Aug 29

This Steven by Steve Madden satchel jumped out at me as soon as I saw it. It wasn't just the bold amethyst purple color either. This spunky Lady Killers handbag has a great combination of edgy and feminine details for an everyday accessory with more than your average bag's personality.

For $248, I would expect real leather for this satchel, and the Lady Killers doesn't disappoint. The ever so slightly slouchiness to the leather blends well with the handbag's side ruched trim. Although the ruching isn't anything like the ruffled detail on the Jessica Simpson Runway Satchel or Rampage's Raegan Tote, there is still an undeniable feminine appearance to the feature.

In the Lady Killer's other two color options, black and ivory, this Steven by Steve Madden purse is equally pretty in shape and overall style. However, the trendy purple shade makes it oh-so-ideal for this fall's fashion. The color is set off beautifully by the satchel's bright gold-toned hardware. In particular, the round closure on the front pocket's flap is an eye-catcher.

Because of the handbag's depth, I think the Lady Killer could have used a longer detachable strap for those times when the bag might feel bulky under your arm. However, the double handles are rolled and seem comfortable enough for regular use.

More Features of the Lady Killers Satchel

  • Measures 12.5 x 10 x 5.5 inches
  • Double handles with 4.5 inch drop
  • Zip top closure
  • Exterior pocket
  • Printed satin lining

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