Chanel Spring 2008

I don't know what it is about Chanel, but even the devout fashionista in me cannot appreciate their sometimes wacky and often gaudy designs (it was such a struggle for me not to use the word tacky in that sentence). I just don't get it. I would not wear a single one of these handbags. For some reason, I just don't find them appealing, yet I understand that there are quite a few serious Chanel lovers so this is for them. Is it just me? Are these bags gorgeous and I just can't see it?

Crackled patent calfskin flap bag with puzzle quilting


Crackled patent calfskin accordeon with puzzle quilting


Vinyl flap bag with Chanel signature and diamond design quilting


Vinyl accordion bag with Chanel signature and diamond design quilting


Calfskin flap bag


Large crackled metallic lambskin shopper


Accordion Bag in quilted lambskin


Large shopping in quilted lambskin


Flap bag in quilted lambskin

Gucci Python Hysteria Handbag

I've never really been a fan of python handbags. Sure, it's just another animal skin like leather or stingray, but the texture always freaked me out. But since I've been introduced to Gucci's Hysteria bag in black python, my outlook has changed tremendously. This bag is sleek and sexy. Manufactured by Gucci, the python is of the highest quality and you can barely feel the scales. I especially love how it's appropriate for a range of events. It's casual enough for every day wear, but it can also be dressed up for special events. I know there's been a lot of "hysteria" (pun intended) over Prada's new fairy bag, but I definitely am in love with this one.

Available for $3,990


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Introducing the New Louis Vuitton Montorgueil

Generally, I am a creature of habit. There's beauty in stability. and I've always appreciated that. But I can also understand why every once in a while one feels the need to switch things up a bit.

That's why I didn't immediately cringe when I heard that Louis Vuitton was unveiling a new style of handbag called the Montorgueil. It's certainly not groundbreaking or particularly compelling, but it's new nonetheless. To be quite honest, I think I'll be sticking with my Speedy.

$735 @ Eluxury


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Yves Saint Laurent Majorelle

In recent seasons, YSL has had a string of great luck in producing "it" bags. First there was the Downtown, then the Muse, then the Tribute (okay so those might be out of order), and now there's the Majorelle. The cracked leather gives the classicly framed bag a unique twist accented with the signature Y tags. I'm especially infatuated with the color. The pale gold is the perfect neutral to pair with all of Spring's vibrant colors. It's now available for Pre-order from YSL.

Dolce and Gabanna Spring 08 Handbag Collection

For some reason I love it. D&G combined fiercely structured frames with bold colors and harlequin prints to create a must have collection. But I know it's a bit out of the ordinary...What do you think? Would you consider putting down $1000+ for one of these purses?

Introducing a New Spin on Louis Vuitton...

Louis Vuitton has introduced two brand new colors into their collection of classic handbags. Welcome cassis and grenade. Grenade is a beautiful magenta and cassis is deep purple, and their both gorgeous additions. Perfect for Spring. What do you think? Would you buy a handbag in the new shades?

Coach Patent Francine

I'd like to introduce you to my new love. Spring is right around the corner, and I just can't wait for bright florals and prints to emerge. I also love infusing my wardrobe with bright, cheery Spring colors. Speaking of which my absolute favorite color of the season is teal. That's why I was immediately smitten by this Coach bag, the Patent Francine. It's so bright that you almost have to squint to view it properly, but just imagine how fabulous it would look paired with crisp white linen trousers and a platform sandal.