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Vivienne Tam Replaces the Evening Bag with the ‘Digital Clutch’ | Designer Reveals Second Fashionable Netbook

I’m not sure just how popular Vivienne Tam’s first stab at fashionable computers was the first time around, but the designer is giving...
Katie
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Use Reusable Totes to Celebrate International Plastic Bag Free Day

Today marks the first International Plastic Bag Free Day, a global initiative which encourages everyone to ditch the plastic bags and...
Lauren
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Designer Wayne Lee Adds Handbags to Spring Collection | Debuts New Designs at Fashion Week

The mayhem of New York Fashion Weekhas begun. Perhaps the buzz is even quieter than it has been in past years...
Katie
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Samsonite and McLaren Collaborate on Sports Car Inspired Black Label Luggage Collection

Samsonite’s designer collaborations are coming thick and fast. Months after announcing its Black Label collection with Viktor & Rolf, the luxury...
Lauren
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Get a Free Tory Burch Tote Bag When you Attend Fashion’s Night Out or Shop Online

Today is the big day. Tons of designers around the world are gearing up for Fashion’s Night Out, “a global celebration of...
Katie
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Lindsay Lohan Takes Artistic Adviser Job at Ungaro Fashion House

Lindsay Lohan seems to be spending more time in the fashion world than on the silver screen these days, but I...
Lauren
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Win Designer Purses from Handbag.com during Handbag Month Giveaway

Handbag.com is doing more than collaborating with Cancer Research UK for their Handbag Amnesty program to fund breast cancer research in...
Katie
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Celebrities Donate Purses for Handbag Amnesty | Bid on a Bag and Help Cure Cancer

The annual Handbag Amnesty is on again, giving ordinary bagistas the chance to nab celebrity purses, and raise funds for cancer...
Lauren
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Bags Meet Broadway for Michael Kors Fall/Winter 2009 Ad Campaign

I didn’t know Michael Kors was such a supporter of Broadway, but I guess I could’ve taken a hint from his...
Katie
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Fossati Creates Luxury Limited Edition Lizard Bridal Bags

Rebecca Minkoff isn’t the only one recognizing the hole in the bridal bag industry. The latest label looking to fill the...
Lauren
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Pamela Anderson Poses for Vivienne Westwood Gold Label Ads | Westwood and Her Husband Join the Campaign

Pamela Anderson seems like an odd choice for a designer label ad campaign. When other brands are showing off their products...
Katie
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Bottletop Recycles Ringpulls for Celebrity Favorite Charity Handbags

British organization Bottletop is creating recycled handbags for charity. The brand’s founders, Cameron Saul and Oliver Wayman, turn soda pop ringpulls...
Lauren
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Rebecca Minkoff Does Wedding Bags with “I Do” Collection

Rebecca Minkoff is applying her contemporary design flair to the bridal industry with the launch of her “I Do” collection. Rebecca...
Lauren
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Handbags Made from Deck Chair Canvas | The Royal Parks Foundation Collaborates with Designer Bill Amberg

Handbag makers seem to be getting more and more creative when it comes to using recycled materials for their designs. We’ve...
Katie
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Carlos Falchi and Daughter Collaborate on Graffiti Handbag Collection

Nepotism is alive and well at the fashion house of Carlos Falchi. When your name is Kate Falchi, it’s no surprise...
Lauren
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Yves Saint Laurent Small Satin Chain Strap Bag | Dark Gray Satin Box Clutch With Molten Metal Chain Details

Yves Saint Laurent is basically royalty among fashion design houses. The sleek elegance of his designs combined with impeccable materials results...
Tracey Duncan
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Sarah Jessica Parker Flaunts Christian Louboutin Hobo as Carrie for “Sex and the City 2” Movie

Get ready for the media frenzy and paparazzi obsession. The infamous gals of Sex and the City are back to filming...
Katie
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Vera Bradley Purse Saves Shooting Victim | Fashion Retailer Replaces Bullet-Hole Bag

If I were planning to count on a handbag for my protection, I might opt for an Alexander McQueen Knuckle Duster...
Lauren
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Land’s End Launches New Line of Eco-Friendly Bags Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles

I wouldn’t exactly call catalog company Land’s End a brand on the cutting edge of fashion, but they are making some...
Katie
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Personalized JennaClaire Keepsake Handbags Impress Stars Like Sheryl Crow and Mandy Moore

We all remember those freaky purses made from coddled cats, but Daina Levine is proving keepsake bags don’t need to be...
Lauren
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Purse Blog Gives Away New Be&D Garbo Wallet with Gold Studs

After a recent quick overview of Be & D’s new fall collection of handbags, now you have a chance to get your...
Katie
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Halston Henry Pony Skin Clutch | Attention Grabbing Cheetah Print Ponyskin Wristlet

Pony skin is one of those materials that people go nuts for. It must be because it has a more luxurious...
Tracey Duncan
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Texan Artists Create Unique Hand-Painted Leather Purses

Many bagistas believe their favorite handbags are works of arts, but when it comes to Artist Handbags the description is pretty...
Lauren
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Georgina Chapman’s Marchesa Label To Launch Handbag Collection For Spring 2010

Marchesa is best known for its red carpet evening wear and Hollywood connections, and as the brand makes its first foray into accessories...
AndreaT
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Target to Create Totes from Times Square Billboard Art | Limited Edition Bags Designed by Anna Sui

It’s another case of billboard meets fashion. Similar to eco-friendly companies Artecnica and GG2G, the major retail store and budget fashionista-favorite...
Katie
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Designers Describe Upcoming Spring Collections in a Word | Alexander Wang, Michael Kors, Hayden-Harnett and More Sound Off

When New York Magazine asked designers to describe their upcoming spring collection, I’m sure they expected a variety of answers. The result,...
Katie
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Tommy Hilfiger To Launch Massive New York City Flagship Store

Next month Tommy Hilfiger will open the doors of its new flagship store in New York City. The brand’s CEO Fred...
Lauren
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Tod’s G-Bag Is Favorite Everyday Tote for Celebrities | Jessica Alba and Julia Roberts Among the Fans

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...
Katie
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Alexis Hudson Releases Edgy “Biker Babe” Fall Handbag Collection

Alexis Hudson has combined urban form and everyday functionality in its gorgeous fall 2009 collection. Tough metal hardware is balanced with...
Lauren
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Designer Brand Be & D Revisits Familiar Styles and Brings in New Details for Fall 09 Handbag Collection

With price tags generally pushing $1,000 and beyond, Be & D is one of those fashion accessories labels that I love...
Katie
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