Valentino 'Tuxedo' Frame Bag

When I first saw this bag, I thought it looked rather different and somewhat cutesy and yes, naturally, it was the little bow at the top that caught my eye. It's definitely cute but doesn't overplay the cutesy factor, as the bow and frame top of this 'Tuxedo' Nappa Frame Bag by Valentino is tastefully done in natural coloured brown leather. But hey, no arguments here, as can we even think of one Valentino bag that is the slightest bit distasteful? Well, Bagaholic Babe thinks not.



Made of soft nappa leather with brown frame and bow details, this 'Tuxedo' Frame bag is definitely a different looking sort of frame bag compared to all the usual looking frame bags out there, which are either with kiss lock closures, or with a zippered top. This Tuxedo Frame bag is for someone who is looking for a cutesy bag without looking overly cute and girlish. Available for $1,795 via Saks .

Embellished Box Clutch

On Tuesday, we featured a Bejewelled Clutch by Lanvin. Today, in light of the Party Season, we're featuring yet another clutch, but this time, one that looks just as classy, but with a much less hefty pricetag *smiles*





With the 'Mod' vibe that this clutch/miniaudiere exudes, Bagaholic Babe just loves the way this structured box clutch looks. Very classy and definitely a modern take on your standard evening clutches, you'll definitely stand out with this clutch. This 'Shagreen' Miniaudiere by R & Y Agousti has just the right amount gold/bronze, so it doesn't at all look gaudy and overdone. With an ostrich leg centre inlay and velvet lined interior, this magnetic clasp miniaudiere is available via Barneys for just $295. An absolute steal! ;) *winks*

Let's get that party started!!

Bargain of the Week!

This week's Bargain of the Week is an Evening Mesh Box Clutch by Whiting & Davis. In case you all are not familiar with the brand Whiting & Davis, it's a brand usually sold in Stuart Weitzman stores. Whiting & Davis is in fact, well-known for their Mesh bags, which has become a part of their signature look.




Available in gold or gunmetal with stripes, this mesh-covered minaudiere is secured at the top with a snap closure. It comes with a detachable snake chain strap so you can either wear the bag on your wrist or on your shoulder, so it's an evening bag that you can wear in 3 different ways! We all know that box clutches are in this year, and for just $115, it's definitely a steal! Personally, Bagaholic Babe is loving the one in gunmetal stripes (love the contrast!) as Gold has a slightly more mature look. If you're liking this week's Bargain, Get it via InterMix

'It' Bag List - Milan Fashion Week S/S '08

Yes, Fashion Week ended a couple of weeks ago, so Here's the Bag 'It List' Roundup from Milan Fashion Week, Spring/Summer 2008. You'll notice that Artsy and Printed Bags and Exotic bags primarily make up the 'It Bag' List from Milan's Fashion Week.



Bottega Veneta - Embroidered Satchel


Burberry Prorsum - Drawstring Bag in Croc


Dolce & Gabanna - Structured Croc Bag


Fendi - Decorated Oversized Clutch


Prada - Artsy Fantasy themed Printed Bag
Hmm, don't you think the faces on the flowers look like those Cabbage Patch dolls we used to play with when we were little girls?


Valextra - Slim Croc Shoulder Bag


Tods - Punk Rock Clutch in Python

Bagaholic Babe Loves:

the Tods Python Punk Rock Clutch in electrifying Turquoise! The colour and the zippered details just 'make' the bag! A diversion from the Tods philosophy of Functionality and Classic looking bags, but I absoloutely love it! They should have 'louder' bags of this sort. Very ME indeed.

For a more Classic looking bag, who could say no to the Embroidered Satchel by Bottega Veneta? Love the pastel ombre embroidery details. A bag that can definitely take you from a casual shopping day right into the office!

(Images from Style)

Presenting: Oscar De La Renta's S/S 2008 Collection

The Spring/Summer Shows 2008 has kicked off with New York Fashion Week, aka Olympus Fashion Week! Today, we at Bagfetish Unleashed bring to you Oscar De La Renta's S/S '08 Collection

Bagaholic Babe has noticed 2 things: Firstly, that Exotics such as Snake and Croc are still very 'in', and that De La Renta is riding on the Ethnic/Tribal-inspired vibe that Dior sports in their F/W '07 Collection. I won't keep you BagAddicts in suspense any longer, so feast your eyes!

(Images via Style)


















The Verdict: The collection is just passable, nothing to really rave about. The first 2 photos above (Python Ombre Tote) is something De La Renta has done before in Turquoise Python for his '07 S/S Collection, albeit in a different shape, so that isn't really new. Don't really like the Ethnic/Tribal inspired stuff, perhaps because Bagaholic Babe isn't particularly fond of this sorta look, so I guess you can call it a biased opinion on my part. But something that really threw me off is the ruffled bag with python trimmings (see last photo). What's Up with THAT?! *shrivels with disgust*

2 New Vuitton Goodies for Fall/Winter!

Which Fall/Winter Season is ever complete without a dose of Shearling somewhere in the collections? Well, this Fall/Winter '07, this Shearling Monogrammed Tote forms a part of Louis Vuitton's Fall/Winter Collection. In addition, Vuitton's famous Monogram Canvas Logo Print now comes in Patent this season.


Louis Vuitton Shearling and Patent Tote


Fellow BagAddicts, sorry for the small photo above. Couldn't find a bigger pic of the bag. I don't know what you guys think of the bag but, Me no Likey! Bagaholic Babe thinks that the Tote would've looked better if the Shearling trimmings were just confined to the top instead of going all round the bag.

Next up, a new addition to the Damier Collection - the 'Trevi
Bagaholic Babe has always preferred the Damier to the Monogram Canvas Print, simply because I think the dark brown handles gives the bags a classier-looking vibe. Plus, unlike the Monogram Canvas range, the handles don't turn darker orange-y shades with age and use. Anyway, back to the 'Trevi', the latest addition to the Damier Collection.



The 'Trevi' comes in 2 sizes, Small (PM) and Large (GM) - both are complete with a removable shoulder strap, as shown above. I don't know about ya'll my fellow BagAddicts, but the moment I saw this bag, it occurred to me that it resembles the 'It' Bag', the Marc Jacobs 'Stam' Bag. I guess this resemblance lies in the shape and overall structure of the bag. Afterall, since Marc Jacobs is also the Head Designer/Creative Director for the House of Vuitton, it's no surprise that both the two bags look somewhat alike.

New Addition to the YSL Bag Family

The Uptown Bag (Small) is yet another addition to the YSL Bag Family. Made of patent leather with metal frame and gold tone hardware details and lined in luscious satin, it also has the turnlock closure on its predecessor, the 'Muse' (which has reached its 'It' Bag status that boasts a cult following, especially in the celebrity circuit). However, Bagaholic Babe prefers the Rive Gauche Bag to this Uptown Bag and even to the Muse. Imho, the Muse and this Uptown Bag looks as if it's for a slightly more mature age group. But then again, some friends of mine prefer mature-looking bags. Ah well *shrugs*. If this is your cuppa' tea, it's available for $1,895.00 via Saks

Tracy Reese 'Cecily' Flap Satchel

Tracy Reese 'Cecily' Flap Satchel

This structured 'Cecily' Flap Satchel by Tracy Reese, is the ultimate functional bag. With its abundance in exterior zip and flap pockets, apart from Cream (shown) this bag also comes in Black and Orange. Bagaholic Babe likes the way the bag is designed, for it isn't common for bags to look like this nowadays. So, yes, Bagaholic Babe likes the old school Vintage-y feel that this bag exudes. However, the downside to this bag is that it's a little on the bulky side. Get this Tracy Reese piece for $795 via Nordstrom

Limited Edition Pucci Collectible Handbag

"Fiochetti" print Silk Teill Handbag


To Celebrate Pucci's 60th Anniversary, Pucci has created 'Collectibles consisting of a very special capsule cllection of 4 iconic pieces from the brand's archives. Originally designed in mid 1960s, each piece has been reissued exclusively for the Spring/Summer 2007 season in a limited edition series. The collection includes 2 dresseds, a romper and a purse, all of which are identical to their archival counterpoints.

This particular design recalls the shape of a jewellery box, sturdy and structured on the outside with enough room to store one's essentials. The purse features the elegant "Fiochetti" print in silk twill on its exterior and luxurious gold leather lining.

(Info from Pucci.com

Derek Lam Shoulder Bag with Combination Lock

Hmm, yet another Padlock-ish detailed Bag, albeit a very small one compared to the padlock on the Paddington.



Like the 'Boomerang' Bag by Tods this Derek Lam Jutta Bag with Chain Link Strap has a slip in flap. But hey since Derek Lam is the Creative/Artistic Director of Tods, the similarities are perfectly understandable right? This sturdy looking structured bag comes with a zippered bottom so that the bag is expandable. The bag is fastened with an aged brass Derek Lam combination lock, so it's theft resistant! How inventive is that? A lock that actually serves a purpose, but in Bagaholic Babe's opinion, the lock is a tad too small. Perhaps a bigger lock would look much better. But having said that, this is definitely function and fashion in one bag! ;) *wink* Get this bag by Derek Lam, who's on his way to being the new IT bag designer, for $1,100 via eLuxury

A. Testoni 'Turtle Basket' Bag

A. Testoni 'Turtle Basket' Bag

If you BagAddicts are wondering why I'd chosen to feature this, it's because of it's unusual and unique shape. For those of you who aren't in the know, A. Testoni is an established Italian leather goods brand. The Structured 'Turtle Basket' Bag comes in Hobo shape as well and in other colours like Black, Green, and Orange. Part of A.Testoni's 'Classic' range, like the Chanel 2.55, this bag never goes out of style because they always have it in their store as part of their evergreen collection. And I guess 'Turtle' makes sense because if you take away the dual leather handles and flip it over, it's the same shape as the Turtle's shell! With the structured leather forming a 'frame' of sorts on the outside, the interior is a gusset pouch with topzip closure. Get this unique bag for $1533.95 from Zappos Couture . You can view the 'Turtle' Hobo there too.. But Bagaholic Babe thinks this Basket Bag is much cuter.

Presenting: Christian Lacroix Fall/Winter Collection 2007

Here are the bags from Lacroix's Fall/Winter 2007 Collection.
All Images from Christian Lacroix.com









It seems as if the Lacroix Fall/Winter Collection 2007 consists mainly of structured top handle bags, most of which are embellished. The printed fabric ones are a tad too gaudy for my liking. To be honest, they look like upholstery fabric. Perhaps this Fall/Winter Collection is for the more mature consumer. The only one I can probably see myself carrying is the last boxy bag in blue leather.

Yummy!! Alexander McQueen 'Novak' with Floral Motif

Alexander McQueen Leather Novak with Floral Motif

Bagaholic Babe is not really a fan of Alexander McQueen's iconic 'Novak' Bag, but this is too yummy-licious to go unnoticed! I have fallen IN LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT with this particular 'Novak'. It's so different from the other boring 'Novaks' (imho the completely leather ones are the most boring). The Crochet Novak in Green I featured last month was interesting, but this is so much more beautiful especially with the applique butterfly detailing on the laser cut leather which gives the onlooker an illusion of a 'flying' butterfly. Get it for £863.83 from Net-a-Porter now!

Its so pretty that Bagaholic Babe sleeps, eats and dreams of this bag since ever laying eyes on it! I'm officially smitten! It's now officially at the top of my wishlist. Way to go McQueen, for bringing back Romanticism in a world of plain leather bags!

The Structured Greta Bag by Furla

To add to today's posting, I'd like to introduce the Greta bag.

Furla's Greta Bag in Onyx and Nuvola

The Greta is a medium top handle shopper that comes in Croc leather. Suitable for both work as well as play, this Italian made handbag measures 11.8(L) x 9.8(H) x 4.1(D). The Greta has a magnetic snap closure and two interior pockets - a mobile phone pocket and a zippered pocket.

Going for a price of USD380.00, it's definitely a value buy. Online purchases are available at Furla USA.

Christian Lacroix Bags from Spring-Summer '07

Christian Lacroix Embroidered Tote

Christian Lacroix White Leather Structured Bag with Gold Hardware

Christian Lacroix, whom, if you didn't know is also the Creative/Artistic Designer for the Emilio Pucci label. That aside, the 2 bags above is from their Spring-Summer '07 Collection. The first embellished Embroidered tote is a lovely colour, with its intricate and elaborate design -- almost belonging to the Baroque Era in fact.

The second photo is Lacroix's White Leather Structured Bag with Gold Hardware. Though It looks really nice and classy, the zippered bottom bit reminds me of an overnight bag as well as a sportsbag (You know, the kind where the bottom bit is where you're supposed to put your shoes in??) That said, the bag looks rather clunky and heavy though.

Bagaholic Babe is loving the First Bag!

New Dior hot off the runway!

Well, Well, Well. Looks as if John Galliano hit the right note this time around! Bagaholic Babe wasn't much of a 'Gaucho' fan and couldn't see what all the fuss was about when it was released, but THIS is a different story altogether! Hot off the runway, from Dior's Spring/Summer 2007 collection, this bag is H-O-T! The brass chain link strap and the different textures makes it even hotter! The bag comes in a variety of different colours (and textures), even Pastel Pink!

So brace yourselves and start saving up for Spring when this bag will officially be released. Fellow BagAddicts, we could be looking at the next IT bag here!!

Coach launches Legacy Collection for Spring/Summer 2007!

In conjunction with Coach's 65th Anniversary this year, Coach has launched its Legacy Collection.
The bags from this collection come in leather, suede, and the more common monogrammed canvas with the 'C' logo. The closures are either turn lock or magnetic button closures. Apart from basic colours like black and brown, Coach's Legacy Collection features totes and wristlets in bright candy-coloured leather such as Pink, Orange and Green and is lined in Coach's Legacy Stripes. A definite MUST HAVE this summer --Great for a casual afternoon outing, it will go perfectly with your sundress and flip-flops or wedges!

Coach Legacy Leather Flap Bag in Pink



Coach Zoe Clutch in Metallic Silver



If you're looking for a fun Beach bag, this stripey tote is for you!


Katy Travel Tote

The exterior of the Katy Travel Tote is made of satin, with metallic accents and trimmings. A holdall for all your junk -- your beach mat, Yoga mat, food for a picnic at the beach, your towel, sunglasses, water, suntan lotion, sunblock. Or, if you're not a beach babe, then you can use this either for shopping or travelling.

If the beach bag is too big for your liking, then perhaps you could opt for the SUPER CUTE striped clutch or the wristlet instead! Best paired with pastel coloured clothing, the candy-coloured strips will definitely make you stand out from the crowd! Bagaholic Babe prefers the clutch though! ;)


Striped Zoe Clutch


Striped Legacy Wristlet


All photos from Coach.com
All bags available at Coach Online