Jewels Are A Girl's Best Friend!

Another great find! Only.. this time it's from Michael Kors.

By now, I'm sure you bagaholics must be wondering where are the jewels.. especially when this is a blog site for bag lovers.

Spot the jewels below..


MICHAEL Michael Kors Large Malibu East/West Tote


But on a bag, of course! Pretty, isn't it? A clear vinyl with metallic grained leather trim, this tote comes with fine topstitching, flat metallic leather handles and oversized jewels decorating the leather bands on the front and back.

You must be thinking.. but it's transparent! I don't wanna show what I carry with me wherever I go? I'd like to keep my life private, thank you very much! I do understand your reservations if you have thoughts such as these but well, look at it this way, this is a bag you can play around with. I'm sure a Pucci pouch would look great in it! You can have lots of different colored pouches. That way, you not only keep your things organised, but they look great in the tote too!

With the sales tags up everywhere, I'm quite sure you're expecting a bargain with this one too. And you're right! It can now be yours for only $139 via eLuxury

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.

Michael Kors Haircalf

By now, our regular readers would know that both Bagaholic Babe and BagObsessed Babe adore Animal Prints. So needless to say, it was love at first bite when I first saw this Michael Kors Animal Printed Haircalf Bag. Like most Animal Print bags, these bags were inspired by Safari animals such as the Zebra and the Leopard.



This Haircalf Cut Out handle bag has a leather strap with chain link detail trimmings at the top. I just love the bowtie-shaped cutout handle bit of the bag! Totally adorable bag that goes with your skirt and/or jeans! Animal Prints are still in this Fall/Winter! Plus, for a Haircalf piece, at just $228, this bag is on the affordable side of the spectrum! If you're not a fan of Animal Prints, don't fret, there's a suede version (in brown) available for just $168! Whichever you choose, you can get it Here!

Michael Kors - Slick Yet Stylish

Michael Kors Large Patent Satchel


Priced at $1,195.00, this slick yet stylish satchel comes in distressed patent leather and brushed golden hardware. Suitable for almost every occasion, this bag is trendy yet durable. It's protective metal feet keep the bag from dust, dirt and liquid while keeping your items organised with the available pockets - designed to hold your cell phone, ipod and other items.

Get yours today at eLuxury

The Bag 'It' List: New York Fashion Week S/S'08

Now that New York Fashion Week a.k.a. Olympus Fashion Week is over, here's the 'It' List for Spring/Summer 2008, or rather, since this is a Bag Blog, here are the 'It' Bags from the designers who showcased their S/S '08 Collections at NY Fashion Week. What I Did notice is that all the bags in the 'It' List are of the Exotic Sort. Hm, so don't toss your Exotic skin bags aside just yet, as they're still very 'in' come this Spring/Summer 2008!

(Excerpt from Candy Pratts Price of Style.com)


Calvin Klein Collection - Unstructured Python Frame Bag


Michael Kors Croc Shoulder Bag


Ralph Lauren Croc Clutch

And Lastly, something we've featured last week,

Oscar De La Renta's Python Satchel

Bargain of the Week!

Michael Kors Two-in-One Nesting Tote


Check out this week's bargain - a medium tote by Michael Kors. A two-in-one nesting tote, this bag comes with a very useful brass key ring with leather and a cute silver metal sunglasses charm.

Made from clear plastic, the bag is extremely durable, roomy and has a sturdy, flat bottom - just the thing for daily use - and for an affordable price of $117.00.

Find out more today at Neiman Marcus.

Michael Kors Zebra Hobo

Being a fan of Animal Prints, I realised I've featured mostly Leopard or Cheetah Prints, but rarely the Zebra print. So here it is, the nylon Zebra Hobo from the MICHAEL Michael Kors label. I love Zebra striped prints because of the black and white creates a striking contrast that can be seen from miles away. ;) hehe. Because this MICHAEL Michael Kors Zebra Hobo is made of nylon, I was reminded of the Zebra Print range that LeSportsac came out with round about last year, if I'm not mistaken. Anyhoo, because of its size (measuring 13" x 16" x 4.5", it's considered a Large Hobo), it is to be slung on the shoulder. Oh and because it's made of Nylon, that makes it tear-resistant too! The double front pockets funks up the bag even more, and gives it an urban chic appeal. So if you're an animal print fan like moi this Hobo is available via Bloomingdales for just $198!

Bargain of the Week!

This week's Bargain is the Santorini Clutch by Michael Kors from his MICHAEL, Michael Kors Collection. Available in White (Shown), Luggage (Orangey) or Chocolate (Dark Brown), this can either be used as a Shoulder Bag or a Clutch. Simply latch on the shoulder strap, and there you have it - two bags for the price of one! Made of straw and leather (flap) with a turnlock closure, it's the perfect bag for that summer vibe! Get this for $168 via Bloomingdales

Michael Kors Kilt Bag

Michael Kors Kilt Bag in Ebony Calf

The reason behind why this is called a Kilt bag is a no brainer, really, because it looks similar to the little waistband bags that Scotsmen (and women) wear when they adorn their kilts. The only difference between the real kilt bag and this Michael Kors version of it is the chunky gold hardware and studs. Oh, and the chunky gold chain shoulder strap of course (the original kilt bags were more like pouches that was attached to a leather belt and worn around the waist. Measuring 7.5" x 2.25" x 6", This Michael Kors version boasts a leather interior that's just big enough for your mobile phone and your keys. Available in Ebony Calf (Above) either in Gold or Silver Hardware. Gold looks better, methinks. Get this for $378.75 via Zappos Couture . Hurry its on 45% discount now!

Michael Kors Skorpios Shopper

Michael Kors Skorpios Shopper


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Bagaholic Babe loves the Michael Kors Skorpios Shopper in White. The braided leather detail on the Shoulder straps and on the drawstring cords for the exterior side pockets give the bag a slightly textured feel. The gold hardware together with the white leather is a perfect combination - somehow white looks really good with gold hardware but NOT vice versa I'm afraid. I know white is a bit of a hassle caring for the bag. Over time, especially in a humid country like Malaysia, white often turns to a unpleasant shade of yellow...which is why no one really wants to invest in a white bag, no matter how beautiful it is, even if it's made from the softest leather you can find. And if the design comes in other earth tone colours or black, they'd opt for that instead, even if white looks classier.

BUT, I suppose this situation differs a little. WHY? Because the White one is currently On Sale! At 49% off, it costs only $612.75, while the Black one is NOT on sale, thus costing $1195. Both from Zappos Couture