Best Picks for Fall (by Style.com)

Now that we've completed the Fall/Winter 2008 collection, it's time to give you the best picks for the coming season as selected by Candy Pratts Price of Style.com

Anna Sui Embossed Leather Frame Bag



Balenciaga Leather and Stingray Cherche-Midi Handbag



Bottega Veneta Pleated Goatskin Shopper



Burberry Corrugated Alligator Pleated 'Lowry' Bag



Diane von Furstenberg Abstracted Minaudiere



Dolce & Gabbana Fur-Print Miss Bunny Bag



Fendi F3 Handbag



Gucci Leather and Tapestry Top-Handle Bag with Stud Detail



Hogan Leather Cherry Bag



Jil Sander Leather Large Shopping Bag



Louis Vuitton Embossed Leather Speedy Handbag



Marc Jacobs Leather Bag with Ring Handles



Michael Kors Studio Top-Handle Bag



Missoni Leather Frame Bag



Mulberry Leather Maggie Handbag



Renaud Pellegrino Python Clyde Double Bag



Salvatore Ferragamo Tiered Mesh Fringe Frame Bag with Resin Barrel Closure



Tod's Alligator Took Bag



Tony Burch Suede Academy Clutch



Valentino Fango Rose Tote Bag



Valextra Crocodile Prelude Bag



Versace Crocodile Luxe Bag with Brushed Metal Detail



Yves Saint Laurent Croc-Embossed Nubuck Top-Handle Bag



Zac Posen Ponyhair Alexia Bag


What a wide range of beauty bag we'll have this coming season. They range from an assortment colors - the most common among all designers being pinks, greys and various shades of brown.

The designers seem to have an eye for detail this coming Fall - from Anna Sui's Embossed Clutch to Burberry's Corrugated Alligator Pleated 'Lowry' Bag right down to Valentino's Fango Rose Tote Bag.

Framed and structured bags are very in this season and exotic leather is still favored. We're looking at luxurious pieces like Tod's Alligator Took Bag and the Valextra Crocodile Prelude Bag, both, with gold hardware.

Of course, there are also colors like purple (Michael Kors Studio Top-Handle Bag), gold (Anna Sui's Embossed Leather Frame Bag and Diane von Furstenberg Abstracted Minaudiere) and my favorite among all - in blue - the Salvatore Ferragamo Tiered Mesh Fringe Frame Bag with Resin Barrel Closure which is absolutely fabulous. It's fun, it's classy yet not over the top! Perfect for an evening out..

Watch out for the upcoming season as they've got more than what's recommended here. Check them out at Style.com today.

Fendi F/W '08

Fendi never fails to WoW its audiences at every opportunity they get. With their expertise, great craftsmanship and longstanding in the fashion industry, they've gained recognition through their wonderful designs combined with only the finest materials - making them one of today's most wanted brands in the world.

If you've seen last year's Fall/Winter Fendi and are expecting to see more turkeys killed to put the show together, well, you'll be surprised. Because this is exactly what you'll not be seeing this time round. But there are no promises that there aren't hint of last year's leftover in the show. Take a look!







Shoulder bags will very much be in trend in the coming season. If you'd rather tote it around, easy! Just detach the long strap and you're ready to go. This particular design comes in winter colors i.e. blue and black. An item more for the older generation, I'd say. They'll be able to pull it off.

For the young adults, I strongly recommend the two items below. They're slim, stylish and fun. The first is more ethnic and casual while the second one classy and oh so furry. But it's definitely high maintenance since it's white. Gotta watch out for the stains.





Last but not least, there are the clutches. There's detailing on these pieces. Some pieces being wood and the rest, I'm not too sure what they are. Anyway, as I mentioned earlier, there's still a hint of what's left from the turkey from last year's Fall/Winter collection but much more toned down compared to last year's.






If you'd like to read the review from Style.com or find out more about the upcoming collection, click here

Bargain of the Week!

Welcome to our first ever Bargain of the Week featuring a Limited Edition bag! And this week, it's the Limited Edition Dual Entry Case by Diane von Furstenberg's Luggage Range.



Dual Entry Case in Black Twigs


Dual Entry Case in Sunset Twigs

I know that Diane von Furstenberg isn't really famous for her bags but for her wrap dresses. I'm a HUGE fan of DVF's wrap dresses, especially the ones with the funky prints. And this bag is no exception! This Limited Edition Dual Entry Case by DVF is crafted from polyester twill fabric with leather trims. The print is none other than the newly reissued vintage Twig Print from the DVF archives. You can choose between Black and Sunset (Red). Lined in hot pink, this luggage bag opens from both sides, hence 'Dual Entry Case'. Measuring 13" x 10" x 8", it fits airline requirements too (maximum size for luggage in airline cabins is 22" x 14" x 9")! And, it only costs $135! Because of the funky vintage print, this luggage bag definitely gets Bagaholic Babe's vote! Available at Diane von Furstenberg

Bagaholic Babe's Spotlight On... Clutches!

Bagfetish Unleashed!: Bagaholic Babe's Spotlight On... Clutches!

With Christmas and New Years just around the corner, it can only mean one thing!! ......... PARTIES!!
So, to tie in with the festivities, Bagaholic Babe puts the spotlight on Clutches!

First up, is the Bottega Veneta Butterfly Woven Clutch


This Bottega Veneta clutch is made of textured leather with a knotted leather clasp. It is elegant and chic, and in short, a true statement of understated simplicity. Perfect for a Christmas Ball, Winter Formal or an Elegant Evening Gala event if you want to be the Belle of the Ball. It measures 7 inches X 4 inches X 2.5 inches. Available at Net-a-Porter

Second on the list, is the Diane von Furstenberg Leather Clutch


Metallics are in this season and as showcased in the collections shown at Fashion Week, Metallics are here to stay! So, what better way to get ahead of the rest? Show everyone your fashion forward-ness by using this Metallic Leather clutch! Diane von Furstenberg also seems to have caught onto the 'Feng Shui' trend by adding an auspicious Macrame knot detail on the clutch, thus giving the bag a slightly Oriental feel to it as well! This clutch, like the Bottega Veneta clutch above, is also perfect for a Christmas Ball and Elegant Evening Gala, BUT provided that you're going to be attending the After Party as well!
Available at Net-a-Porter , this Diane von Furstenberg clutch measures 12 inches X 5.5 inches X 2.5 inches and is lined in suede.

To add a little 'Bling' to your outfit, the Judith Leiber Slender Curve Pave Crystal Clutch


Judith Leiber is known for her signature hard-cased crystal-encrusted Pave clutches that comes in animal shapes such as the Mandarin Duck (as seen in Sex and the City), fruits, and other quirky designs that add a little fun to your outfit. However, this clutch stands out from the rest of her quirky collectors' pieces due to its uniform shape and structure and push lock closure. It also comes with a coin purse and double-sided mirror. Judith Leiber thinks of everything, doesn't she?

With this clutch, you'll definitely be Red Carpet worthy and Red Carpet ready. And, with the amount of Bling on this clutch, you don't even have to wear any jewellery! Actually, it's advisable that you DON'T wear any jewellery, otherwise, you'll end up looking like an overly decorated Christmas tree (pardon the pun). That aside, this Judith Leiber clutch is the perfect accent piece that will complement your LBD (Little Black Dress) or even your black evening/ball gown if you like. To add a little more elegance to your outfit, sweep your hair in a loose updo, grab your clutch, and you'll be ready for your closeup! ;) *winks*


And finally..... it's time to party into the New Year with this Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print Clutch


Ahh Winter, the season of animal prints...OR...as i call it, "Animania".
Get ready to party into the New Year with this clutch! With gold accents and "RC" embossed on the gold hardware in the middle, it's definitely A wild bag for a wild night out, and/or After Party! Just clip on the detachable gold link chain strap, and voila! you're ready to party and dance the night away!! It comes with a matching leopard print interior lining too! What are you waiting for? Unleash the inner feline in you!
It measures 9 inches X 4 inches X 2 inches and is available at Net-a-Porter