Miu Miu Framed Foldover Clutch

Miu Miu Framed Foldover Clutch

Foldover clutches seems to be the 'in' thing nowadays. Among the few designers who have foldover clutches includes the very much loved Miu Miu. The candy colored clutches definitely topped it off at their recent runway show. This time round, Miu Miu plays on the vintage purses of yesteryear with its elegant gold frame that beautifully contrasts its soft leather and rich hue.

Available in an assortment of colors, the Miu Miu Framed Foldover Clutch can be purchased from Net-A-Porter for only £351

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

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

Vintage (second-hand) bag shops in KL!

For all you trend following fashionistas out there, the word 'recycling' has been taken to a whole new level!

Welcome to a designer brands' recycling culture, where you can buy or sell your unwanted bags! Too good to be true? Not at all!! ;)

Vintage (or second-hand) shops are now popping up in the KL scene. So, for all you fashionistas out there who couldn't get your hands on that limited edition designer handbag that you SO wanted (due to either insufficient finance availability -- i mean, we all know how much those coveted limited editions can cost!; or any other reasons *gasp* you were informed too late about them!), don't fret! You can now get your hands on them, and at a fraction of their retail price too!!

I mean, places like these even have God forbid.....waitlists for Chloe Paddingtons, Luella's Gisele, Balenciaga (no longer available in KL!! Shuz no longer carries them!), or the Hermes Birkins and Kellys!! Yep, no, your eyes are not playing tricks on you. You are NOT hallucinating. It's true! I promise! Some of the bags at these second hand shops are unused!! They could've been a result of having received a gift they didn't like, or a result of having too many bags that the owner had *gasp* forgotten about them and hence, over time, don't like em' as much anymore... or it could even be a result of an impulse buy.... Yep... ain't that all too familiar to us all? After all, isn't what's unobtainable more appealing than what is? It's the thrill of the chase i suppose. Once you get your hands on them....it doesn't seem too appealing anymore?? Isn't that how it is with guys when wooing girls? But, I digress. Back to the topic at hand.

For those interested in selling their stuff off ...I mean, hey, at least you get some money back to invest in another new bag that you've got your eye on instead of giving them to your hired help (maids) right? ;) Different second-hand stores have different policies, so be sure to check them out. Some second-hand shops like Treasures Collection in Plaza M'ont Kiara don't only take bags, but wallets, clothes and shoes too! The way Treasures works is, once they go through your bag to make sure it's authentic, you can display it at the shop with the price you wanna sell it at. (They don't buy your bag from you though...But like i said, each shop has their own policy, so be sure to check them out!) When your bag is sold, they'll call you up. However, you have to pay them 30% commission of the price that you sold your bag for. They don't buy your bag from you though...But like i said, each shop has their own policy, so be sure to check them out!. After all, it's small price to pay. I mean, at least you got some money back instead of giving it away, right?

You see, Handbags really ARE worth the investment!! ;-)

Rest assured, these Second-hand boutiques that sell authentic (read AUTHENTIC) stuff. Treasures Collection actually has a 3-day guarantee... where if you want to, you can verify the authenticity of the bag you purchased. If it's fake, you can return it to them within 3 days of the date of purchase, and they guarantee your money back in full.

What are you waiting for??
Here are the details of the second-hand bag stores... So far, these are the only ones that sell authentic stuff (as featured in November's Marie Claire Malaysia). So don't be conned!

Milano Station
Plaza Ampang City,
Jalan Ampang, KL
Tel: 03-42564137

Scoop
Plaza Damas,
Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, KL
Tel: 03-62011206
www.scoop.com.my

Lilypot
Desa Sri Hartamas, KL
Tel: 03-62039940/1

Treasures Collection
Wisma Sunrise
Plaza M'ont Kiara, KL
Tel: 03-62034231