Tag: handbags
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Biggie-Smalls
Ever since I read this article by one of my favourite style reporters and tweeters, Elizabeth Holmes of the Wall Street Journal, I have been flirting with the idea of swapping my daily holdall for something more compact. Not only because I needed to actually conquer my fear of carrying a small bag that would…
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Zara Leather Collection- Flattering Imitations.
I never go to Zara for clothes for the simple fact that their cut is way off, its two sizes too small and they don’t cater for hippy chicks like me, its very rare that I find something that fits and flatters my shape. However, what I do go to Zara for are the accessories;…
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Leather-Pleather.
This is a lovely bag. Lovely shape and colour. You can either carry it as a shoulder bag or a clutch, if your fold the base at the markings. I appreciate the subtle detail that has gone into the design of the bag, its grey, gold hardware accents and a strap that’s it. Inside is…
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Phillip Lim- 31 Hours on the Go
There are good bags, nice bags, pretty bags and great bags, the Phillip Lim 31 Hour bag is all of the above and then some. Its an oldie…(can we now call her that?) but a goodie. It took a while for me to warm to this bag because I prefer a solid shoulder bag with…
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Hulme in Bloom.
Nothing excites me more than a bag that replicates a season; the acid tripping colours for summer, florals and pastel for spring, darks in autumn and cold stark greys and blacks of winter. Its a celebration and an acknowledgement of change. Where the colder seasons are often grown ups in block, moody hues, spring and…
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On Luxury; High Street v High Fashion.
My first designer handbag was a Gucci canvas Tote in chocolate GG print with a leather pocket on the front. I remember being so excited as I traipsed down New Bond Street to the Gucci store that day, dressed especially, in jeans and my very best Ralph Lauren shirt with my old faithful loafers also…
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The Bags of AW’13
Every season brings a wave of handbag frenzy; the shapes, the sizes, the colour for the season, textures, straps, buckles, pockets…the works. Accessories are bread and butter to the designer, a handbag is possibly the most essential piece in a woman’s wardrobe. It is essential; at least its what I say to justify spending £500…
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Marni Minx
When a bag packs power. It doesn’t matter how big or how small, a powerful bag is a powerful bag and this beauty is a powerful mini minx. A closet classic in style. Doesn’t it remind you of something from mommy’s closet? With a solid structure and whip sharp look, she means business. The gold…
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Tiny Tyrant.
Working 9 to 5 never looked so beautiful. The Tiny Tim tote from Anya Hindmarch makes a wardrobe of any aesthetic look beautiful. Rich toffee, luxurious soft leather, structure and fluidity, and a satisfyingly simple design, this bag is a treasurable investment. Even as a carry all, it doesn’t feel bulky. Single outside pocket with…