Cloudy Days Ahead

Marc by Marc Jacobs 'Locket Pocket - Big Collapsible Tote'


The Locket Pocket canvas tote caught my eye the other day even as I was browsing the net. The bright colors caught my eye at a first glance and if you look at it more, the white patches somehow look like clouds, don't you think?

I suppose, when I look at a bag, I not only taking into account the uniqueness of the bag (I'll come back to this in a sec) but also the durability and usefulness. Afterall, I'm not about to splurge on something I'll never use. But I'll have you know firsthand that this beauty is fairly priced.



A big canvas tote, you're not going to have to worry about its durability or capacity. It's definitely going to be easy to maintain yet carry everything you need with you wherever you go. What's more, it comes with a leather flap (on the side) secured by the MJ signature turnlock on the side which helps fold up and pack away the tote when not used. Definitely a travel necessity!

Find out more about the Locket Pocket Collapsible Tote by Marc of Marc Jacobs via Nordstrom or purchase this item today at $168!

Even as Valentine's Day is Approaching..

Valentine's Day is not too far off and if you were to drop by at any mall today, you'll see that retailers have started banking in sales with everything pink and pretty with banners on the shop front saying 'Valentine's Day Special.'

In conjunction with the much celebrated occasion, we've started posting on 'Valentine's Day Recommendations' and here we are again with another suggestion.

Juicy Couture 'Daydreamer' Heart Medallion Bag

Today, we give you the 'Daydreamer' Heart Medallion Bag by Juicy Couture. I know what's going through your mind.. You're likely to be saying this.. "Not another pink one!" but you know what, Valentine's Day wouldn't be Valentine's Day if things weren't pretty, pink and sweet. At least for me, it wouldn't be.

A canvas piece with gleaming logo charms dangling on the front, you'll find the bag uses a drawstring and magnetic tab closure. Accompanying it is an exterior ID window and gathered side pockets for extra storage - not forgetting the sweet logo-print lining on the inside.

And for a price of only $228.00, the item can now be yours via Nordstrom

New Limited Edition LV Speedy

Louis Vuitton Monogram Roses Speedy 30


Check out the new limited edition speedy inspired by the late American artist Stephen Spourse - who also colloborated with Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton to create the Monogram Graffiti.

The new Monogram Roses (as the name suggests) is a flourescent rose pattern screen printed onto the canvas through 15 frames to create an essence of Sprouse's style of brush painting on the canvas Speedy 30. The trim is made of natural cowhide and comes with round leather handles with link attachments and golden brass hardware. As with other Speedy bags, the new Monogram Roses Speedy 30 has a zip top closure with padlock and pink striped textile lining with an interior flat pocket.

Definitely something out of the extraordinary but it kinda reminds me of the Gucci tattoo that appears on most of their new collection, don't you think? Anyway, I'm not a person for roses so that's one thing off my Wish List.

FYI, the Monogram Roses Speedy 30 is available via eLuxury for a price of $1,310.00

Bargain of the Week!

Everyone began scrambling onto the Eco bandwagon (and some still are) since Anya Hindmarch created a fashion frenzy and kicked up a storm with "I'm Not a Plastic Bag". And since it is rumoured that plastic bags will be banned in Malaysia in 2009, this week's Bargain of the Week is an eco-friendly tote, that you can chuck your groceries in when plastic bags cease to exist.







This bag makes its enviro-friendly stand loudly and clearly with "Green is the New Black" emblazoned in caps on the front of the bag. Except for the lack of knotted and woven straps, this bag is definitely designed in the style of Anya Hindmarch's "Plastic Bag". Made of 100% organic cotton with a magnetic snap closure, this bag is available for purchase at $58 from Nordstrom

Limited Edition Louis Vuitton Galliera Riviera

Good news babes!

If you're an avid LV fan, check out the new limited edition Galliera Riviera. Made from high quality cotton canvas with smooth leather trim and piping, the beautiful design on the front pays homage to the beautiful French Riviera (or Côte d'Azur)- one of the most famous resort locales in the world, which extends along the Mediterranean Sea and includes the cities of Monaco, Nice, and Cannes. Unlike their previous creations, the beautiful illustrations on the Galliera Riviera is created through the application of 15 separate layers of colors. Amazing, isn't it?

Louis Vuitton Galliera Riviera


Wanna find out more? Visit eLuxury today or click here for more info.


The Louis Vuitton Galliera Riviera is available for purchase at $1,940.00

Burberry Prorsum S/S '09

On Burberry Prorsum this Spring..

A collection inspired by Christopher Bailey's very own garden in Yorkshire as well as a book on eccentric Brits by Thames and Hudson called the 'Garden People'. Absolutely everything, including shoppers, shoulder bags and clutches have a hint of of mud covering them. As such, tints of ochers, browns and mossy greens have been introduced into the fabrics and leather to look as if its been in the rain.

Take a look for yourself!




The canvas bags below help give one a rugged look.. Looks good but it looks as if it could hurt brushing against the skin.






I'm absolutely in love with this exotic leather pieace below. Extremely soft, with different shades of brown treated on the leather to give it a real summery feel!








Another one of my favorites from the collection.. Very unique detailing all round the bag. The color's rarely seen as well. Think they'd look really good with jeans. I know some of you may think they look like fish scales and I do quite agree. But after seeing it a few times, it gets more soothing to the eye. I think this is one of those where 'the more you see, the more you love it!'






And for clutches, they've got..






What's with this clutch anyway? It certainly doesn't go with any evening wear! I can't imagine using it during the day either. Imagine going shopping with it. A terrible no no!





Courtesy of Style.com

Mulberry Takes On The Tote

Tote bags have long provided a portable canvas for art masterpiece lookalikes. But leave it to Mulberry to consign wan reproductions to museum gift shops and make the bags themselves into works of art worthy of display in its New Bond Street flagship store windows. By teaming up with London’s tastemaker FRED gallery, Mulberry has, er, bagged artists Peter Jones (pictured), Kate Davis, Simon English, and Paul Hosking for exclusive limited-edition totes. English, whose saucy, pink-patterned “Maxim-meow” bag will be showcased at Mulberry from today, designed his tote as a an homage to Daphne du Maurier’s gothic romance Rebecca. “I always thought of Mulberry as being synonymous with the nautical headscarves sported in the shires of my youth,” he confessed. “I am clearly wrong. The Mulberry of today is very different.” And thanks to Mulberry and FRED, so is the tote.

—Ana Finel Honigman
Photo: Courtesy of Mulberry

New Louis Vuitton Monogramouflage Collection

Presenting: Vuitton's Limited Edition Monogramouflage Collection by Takashi Murakami

Here's yet another collaboration with Marc Jacobs with the House of Vuitton and Japanese pop artist, Takashi Murakami. The new addition to the ever-growing range of Vuitton monogram bags, this Monogramouflage collection was specially created for the Murakami Exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum in New York. Launched at this very exhibition on June 1st, it is now available online and at select Louis Vuitton boutiques worldwide.


As you can probably tell from the name of the collection itself, the Monogramouflage is a combination of Vuitton's signature monogram and army-esque camouflage design. This is probably one of the bigger Murakami Limited Editions out there. This Monogramouflage Collection consists of an accessories line, a travel line and a handbags line. Actually, when you look at the photos below, you'd notice that this collection is mainly for travel.

The Travel Bags


Pegase 60


Speedy 35 (there's also the Keepall 55 which is a hugggeee version of this speedy)


Passport Cover

The Bags and an accessory


Jasmine


Lys


Treillis


iPhone Case


The Verdict: Well my dear Bagaddicts. I don't know about you ladies out there, but Bagaholic Babe doesn't really like this Limited Edition collection. I've always fancied those cutesy Murakami cartoonesque and cutesy designs like the Panda, the Cherry, the Sakura and the Mushroom, but this one is too rugged for my liking. And I'm not a camo fan, so needless to say, this really ain't my thing.

Bargain of the Week!

Gustto Estiva Shopper

This week's Bargain of the Week is the Estiva Shopper from Gustto. Made of canvas with metallic leather trims and studded details on the flap, Bagaholic Babe just loves the colour combination of this bag! I also love the top bit of the bag where one is supposed to put their arm through. Such a unique shape! Usually when people mention shoppers, there's usually a standard look - a rectangular tote with long-ish shoulder straps so that your arm rests comfortably. This Gustto shopper is rather unorthodox looking. The studded details add just the right amount of the chic factor to the bag. Get this shopper now, at a discounted price of $180 (original price was $360). If you're not loving it in canvas, it's also available in leather. Hop on over to ShopBop today before the sale ends!

Presenting: Chanel Cruise Collection 2009

Presenting: Chanel's Cruise Collection 2009

For the Cruise Collection 2009, the theme seems to be stripes and different shades of blue, as observed from their Pret-a-Porter (or Ready to Wear collection). The showing for this Cruise Collection took place at the Raleigh Hotel in Miami, Florida, on a beautiful and unusually shaped runway right in the middle of the pool, symbolising the 'water' element that was evidently an inspiration in the RTW collection's shades of blue.





Patent Heart Logo Bag



Chanel Canvas 2.55 with Stripes

(Sorry for the lack of images, as these were the only ones of bags that I was able to find that featured bags).

Well, I can't really comment much on this collection as far as the bags go, but based on these 2 pictures here's what I think...

The Verdict: Chanel Cruise Collections are usually vibrant and artsy with bold prints. In short, they are bags with their own personality. This time around however, it looks a tad boring unlike the Chanel Cruise Collections that I'm used to seeing. The first bag looks a little Moschino-esque and dare I say, cheap looking. The striped 2.55, well, let's just say I've seen better. Unfortunately, judging from the 2 bags above, this collection is a let-down.

New Louis Vuitton Tahitienne Bag

LV Tahitienne in Green and Teal Monogram


LV Tahitienne in Beige and Taupe Monogram


LV Tahitienne in Pink and Grey Monogram


LV Tahitienne in Lilac and Lavender Monogram

Inspired by the cover of a catalogue in 1924, this new 'Tahitienne' Range comes in 3 sizes, Small, Medium and Large. This day bag is convertible in shape, thanks to the hook closure. Seen above is how it looks when 'hooked' up. If you want to do without the hooked look, just snap the hook open and you have a rectangular boat-shaped sort of look. Similar to the stain-treated canvas used on Louis Vuitton's 'Antigua' range of bags, this 'painted' oversized monogrammed look gives the bag an artsy feel to it. I've personally seen the bag and felt its texture, and let's just say the pictures above don't do the bag justice -- it's much prettier when you actually tote it on your shoulder! Available in 4 colours (as shown above) - Green with Teal, Lilac with Lavender, Pink with Grey and Beige with Taupe; the small retails for $1,040 (or RM3900), the Large for $1200 (or RM4000++). As for the medium size, I'm not sure of the price. Bagaholic Babe loves the one in Pink, much sweeter! But if you really want a colour that stands out, then the one in Lilac is sure to do that. Beige is more understated whilst the Green is well, erm.. let's just say it's not Bagaholic Babe's cuppa tea.

Leather Totes That Spell Style

Brand's Latest Bags Also Available In Denim Canvas


FASHIONISTAS, rejoice! Coach, one of the international leading brands in handbags, has come up with a new line of handbags for spring, with emphasis on high quality crinkled patent leather, tumbled pebbled leather and denim canvas.

The brand, famous for its floral totes has come up with straw totes, perfect to complement your look in the spring mood.

Under the Bleecker Collection, the line features burnished accessories with a distinct vintage feel. Also in the same line is the Bleecker Denim Canvas Floral Tote, which is inspired by the feel of a leather shop from the 70's.

Unique: The Bleecker Denim Canvas Floral Large Tote

Still playing with straw material, for those who like to have one-of-a-kind item, there is the limited edition Bleecker Straw Millie XL Hobo that features Coach's iconic dog leash closure.

One of a kind: Bleecker Straw Millie XL Hobo Bag

The main highlight in the spring collection is leather, as used for Legacy Thompson Collection and Soho Collection.

The Legacy Thompson bag that comes in rich natural leather is adorned with a floral appliqué and accented with antique brass hardware.

Meanwhile, Soho Leather Satchel has detailed shoulder straps and buckles that give the bag a vintage feel. Clean lines and a relaxed look showcase the softness of the leather.

With brass hardware, the bag comes in rich white for this season.

It is clear that natural shades is the main colour for this season, as evident with the Ergo Collection, featuring Ergo Pleated Hobo and Ergo Pleated Tote. Both styles offer delicately pleated leather and come in a rich palette of natural, white, burnt orange and black.

Not to be subdued by the natural shades that are dominant this spring, Coach also has the Leather Madison Clutch from Madison Collection that gives a splash of standout colours such as fuchsia, teal, gold and black. The clutches are adorned with turn-lock closure.

To complete the spring look, also available is the Jewellery Collection. For this season, the collection expands to include elegant pieces in Resin and poured glass. Necklaces, rings, bangles and earrings are offered in combinations of white and gold.

The new Coach's Spring 2008 Collection will be available at all Coach stores nationwide in April.

Written by Nurbaiti Hamdan [Fashion, StarMetro, Friday, 29 February 2008]
Courtesy of The Star Newspaper

Gucci F/W '08

Seen in Milan this coming season is Gucci's Fall/Winter collection with a different twist. We're seeing a more 'rock chick' look this coming season - as Style.com puts it - Friday Giannini is 'staging a raid on the Russian/Cossack/folklore department of the hippie wardrobe-the kind of printy, shaggy, peasanty things London groupies picked up at Portobello market in the early seventies, but scrubbed up to match today's luxury values, of course.' Definitely nowhere near what they used to make.




Take for example the new "Babushka" carpet bags, they're definitely exceptional pieces - not forgetting the detailed handwork in the flying leather fringes on the hobo shoulder bags..



And the signature monogram coated canvas which is a hit right now. Some appear to have leather fringes hanging from their signature pieces, lots of studded details as well as heart-shaped ornaments which completes the look.




Looking unusually different this Fall/Winter is their evening collection - studded metal clutches with chains as a shoulder strap (really reminds me of what you'd find in the 'Cleopatra' days).



And that completes the review of next season's Gucci - with Style.com ranking the collection as one of Giannini's most confident so far. Definitely for those with an acquired taste.

Love It or Hate It: YSL Raspail Canvas Tote

Today's Love It or Hate It post features the Raspail Canvas Tote by YSL. I can imagine the sheer horror on BagObsessed Babe's face when she looks at this post...only because I have tarnished the image of her new favourite uber luxury label, YSL. But I think she'll agree with me on this one, that it looks rather, well, er, cheapish... Ok, I know what your reaction will be my dear reader.. I'll predict that it'll go like this..."What?! YSL?! Cheapish?! No Way! Since When?" Alright, why don't you take a look for yourselves if you don't believe me....



There, you've seen it, the all new Raspail Canvas Tote by YSL. Don't you think that if it weren't for the hanging signature YSL tag, you wouldn't even know that it's a YSL creation innit? YSL, which is usually so classy suddenly comes out with something so er, trashy (sorry to say). I don't know about you lot, but when I first saw this YSL tote, it looked as if it it got hit by a paint bucket, or rather a fresh can of scarlet paint.

However, if you happen to like this bag, its made of coated canvas with red leather handles, YSL tag and red leather trimmings, and it's available via Saks for $995.

Bargain of the Week!

Juicy Couture Canvas Zip SFP Wallet


Today's bargain features a terrier print coated canvas wallet by Juicy Couture. The wallet is lined in brown leather trim, matching polished metal hardware and a blue, white and red bold stripes that go down the back as well as the front. The wallet is designed with a wraparound zip closure with a logo-engraved pull tab that keeps your items from falling out. The wallets up to three card slots, a clear ID window, three flat pockets and a billfold. How convenient!

Find out more about the Juicy Couture Canvas Zip SFP Wallet at eLuxury. The Juicy Couture Canvas Zip SFP Wallet is priced at $75.00

Holiday Season is in!

With the holidays around the corner, I'm sure a lot of you have already got your holidays planned out - all set for your getaway. To travel in style is definitely a must with all fashionistas.

Fendi Beige Sequin Zucchino Canvas Overnight Bag


If you haven't the perfect travel item, we've got for you, today, the Fendi Zucchino Canvas Overnight bag. Full of color, this beautiful overnight bag comes with an assortment of brightly colored laminated leather trims and clear sequins embroidered on the Zucchino canvas. All hardware has been gold toned to match this beautiful pieces. An exposed top zip with lock and key are also available for security. Priced at $1,048.00, this bag has been made available to you via Bluefly

Presenting: LV Cruise Collection '08 - Mini Lin Croisette

Presenting to you the LV Cruise Collection for 2008... the Monogram Mini Lin Croisette.

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette - Marina PM $1,200

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette - Marina GM $1,500

Monogram Mini Lin Croisette - Speedy $750


This coming season features three designs from the collection - the Marina PM, Marina GM and the Speedy. Made from the signature Mini Lin Croisette canvas - its stripes pays homage to the traditional trunks of the House - initially decorated with striped canvas. Take your pick - they come in blue and red stripes and are extremely chic. The Marina PM, for one, looks really great in blue stripes. It's spacious yet fashionable. I strongly recommend this one.

To find out more about the Louis Vuitton Cruise Collection '08, click here