Bargain of the Week!

A fun bright yellowed leather satchel is this week's choice for our 'Bargain of the Week' column.


Hype 'Costa del Sol' Satchel


For all handbag enthusiasts who are always on the lookout to create a fresh new look, you're looking at a pebbled leather satchel with polished pewtertone hardware. The satchel features a large front flap pocket with magnetic snap closure and a whipstitched buckle. It comes with a rear zip pocket, graphic lining with zip, patch, slit and cell phone pockets. On top of that, there's also removable key ring at the handle. How wonderful!

For a price of $177.00, you'll be pleased to know you're purchasing it at more than 50% discount. What a great buy!

Available via bluefly

Splurge of the Week!

Chloe Heloise Python East-West Satchel

On our spotlight this week's splurge is the Chloe Heloise Python East-West Satchel.

An extremely rare find, this blue and gray python satchel is pleated at the front and comes with brass hardware. The shoulder straps are braided and has ring insets throughout the strap. Open up the bag with the double zips to a roomy interior that'll cater to your everyday needs.

Suitable for almost every occasion, the bag matches most outfits. However, the gray looks like patches of dirt from a far, the sides of the satchel don't look appealing and the bag simply doesn't go well with brass/gold-looking hardware. And if you were to look more closely, again, we're looking at details.. and lots of 'em. Pleats, folded sides, braided shoulder straps, brass hardware. Too elements contained in one bag alone. But of course, after having reviewed many bags this fall, it looks as if it's a trend among the designers this season.

Anyhow, if you'd like to find out more about this Italian-made satchel, click here

The Chloe Heloise Python East-West Satchel is available for the price of $4,495.00 via Neiman Marcus

Please note: Python is not available in California.

Love It or Hate It: Prada Pizzo Satchel (Runway Collection)

I've always been a fan of Prada. But Bagaholic Babe knew, from their Fall/Winter 2008 showing at Milan Fashion Week earlier this year, that this coming season would NOT be one that I will be looking forward to. Why? Well, simply because everything from their F/W '08 is made of Lace. I've never been a fan of lace, not even on my clothes (plus the fact that I'm allergic to lace helps because my mum wouldn't have dared to put me in anything lacey when I was young due to the fear of me breaking out in a rash all over) simply because it looks well, rather erm...granny-ish, imho. I may be a total girly girl, but lace really isn't my thing. I thought the lace bags (mostly in black) were distasteful enough, but let's just say that what I saw at Prada's Milan Fashion Week show did not at all prepare me for THIS...



Yes, now that you've seen it, it's a Showstopper in every way isn't it? Pity it isn't for the right reasons. This my dear BagAddicts, is the new 'Pizzo S' satchel that is made of nappa leather with lace overaly and ruched details on its edges. Man, this may definitely be a bag that only Morticia Addams from the Addams Family would carry. My dear Miuccia, what exactly were you thinking? I guess for 2 years now, Prada's Fall/Winter stuff seem rather err....peculiar. Last year it was the fringed nappa tote that resembled an Afghan dog from afar, and this year, its THIS... or rather, the lace collection in general. I guess F/W aren't really inspiring times for the House of Prada as Spring/Summer collections are milestones better. Ah well, what can I say. Fashion has its ups and downs and not everyone has to agree. Beauty, after all, is in the eyes of the beholder...

For those of you who disagree with me, this Prada 'Pizzo S' satchel can be Pre-Ordered for $1,995 via Saks .

Newsflash -- Coach's First Global Flagship Store in HK!

Style: Redefining Design
A store that mimics apartment space
By Anandhi Gopinath

"Organised chaos", Reed Krakoff, president and executive creative director of Coach, says authoritatively. “It’s designed to look like organised chaos.” The scene before him is a huge rectangular table covered with jewellery, bags, purses, umbrellas and shoes.



The American leatherware company was launching its new global flagship store in Hong Kong in the company of a huge gaggle of regional journalists. The first thing that greeted us when we stepped in from the pouring rain outdoors was a warm blaze of colour atop a plain glass table. It was as if a young girl was getting dressed to go out, and not knowing what to wear, she had put all her stuff out on her dressing table. Cluttered, yes, but it was a deeply appealing display, nevertheless. The oohs and aahs could be heard from a mile off, and the high-wattage smiles of approval easily outshone the recessed lighting above.

As it turned out, the description wasn’t too far from the truth as Krakoff went on to explain that the store was in fact designed to mimic the apartment space of a very young, trendy girl living the New York lifestyle.

The latest of 13 stores on the highly populous island, Coach’s new home is special. What Krakoff calls the “newest iteration of our flagship prototype” featuring “the newest, most up-to-date collections”, the new global flagship store is to be a huge brand-building tool for the American leatherware brand.

Taking a step away from their usual minimalist style, Krakoff and the Coach Architecture Group designed the 9,400 sq ft store to look a little more cluttered than is their usual way. The lower level consists of most of their newer products, arranged in a colourful array across the store. Classic pieces, like the Bleecker tote bag, sit next to the jewellery collection, which is just beside the counter for Coach’s new fragrance. Unveiled in conjunction with the launch, this is the first release of the fragrance outside of the US market.

A curved, white staircase dramatically leads upstairs; where there are special pockets of space dedicated to particular lines of shoes, eyewear and outerwear. White sheepskin rugs break the monotony of the shimmery marble floor, breaking into private spaces to try on the vast variety of products that lie about. Many of us stopped to admire our reflections in the custom-lacquered, antique mirror with oxidised nickel silver accents, and rest our not-so-weary bodies on custom-designed furniture placed generously all over the store.

It was becoming easy to understand the design philosophy Krakoff was referring to; we felt we were in someone’s trendy home rather than just a retail space. Yet, the respect for tradition is also distinctly apparent. For example, between the bags that are strewn about on the shelves, we see oversized gold turnlocks, a model of the clasp that is an icon of many Coach bags.

Downstairs, there is what Krakoff calls a legacy wall, which features illustrations of New York, old posters, the brand’s horse and carriage logo, images of the current campaign, sketches and anything at all that serve as ideas for the current season. Which meant the wall would always have something new to add as newer collections arrive at the store. Everyone was deeply impressed, as Coach’s Queen Street store had achieved a retail feat few stores manage to do — it had become warm, welcoming and real.

On the outside, Coach stands tall in the midst of the Queen’s Street clutter, with its glass and stainless steel backlit signature façade; it proved to be such a hit that tourists and Hong Kong residents alike were seen taking pictures outside the store that were sure to end up in some holiday scrapbook or on some mantelpiece somewhere. It had to be said that the location that Coach chose was a brilliant fit to the younger market Krakoff said the company was also trying to target — barely a hop, skip and a jump away is Lan Kwai Fong, the island’s elite clubbing area.
“In general, as we go forward, our stores will have a more residential feel; they are warmer with more decorative elements and are generally friendlier to shop in… that’s definitely the idea here,” says Krakoff in his trademark drawl. “We combined the idea of it serving as a retail space, and as a typical New York apartment.”
The new design of the store is the first of its kind in the world, hence Hong Kong residents are extremely proud to have the vastly popular American brand test out the new idea in their city. “The timing was great, really. The consumer here really appreciates anything new and anything fashionable. It was a great way to cement our position here. It’s also a geography we’re focusing on in the future,” he says.
Which is appropriate for them to do, considering that the brand, taking its cue from other luxury brands, has realised that the greater China is where the money is. “Hong Kong is an important destination for Coach as it is the gateway to Asia. Hong Kong is a leader not only in business, but also in fashion and lifestyle,” says Coach Inc chairman and CEO Lew Frankfort. According to him and Ian Bickley, president of Coach International, the brand intends to open another 30 stores over the next few years in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China and Macau, as they have identified Greater China’s potential to quickly become the third major market for Coach, after North America and Japan.

In Asia, Coach has taken on a more aspirational positioning. “We do compete with the bigger European brands, but that happens globally, not just in Asia. What’s happened is that our product lines have become broader and broader, and we still intend on doing that to compete at low and high-end levels,” says Krakoff.

The lines that have come out of Coach in recent years have been attributed to Krakoff’s revolutionary direction of the brand. Hired in 1997 from Ralph Lauren, Krakoff was given total creative control to oversee everything from store concepts to merchandising to product design. Eleven years later, Krakoff has hit his stride with a series of cult-status bags, expanding the product lines (Philip Lim designs trenchcoats for Coach while New York milliner Eugenia Kim does hats) and of course, designing fantastic new stores. Known as the Lagerfeld of his time, Krakoff has reinvented the slightly stoical image of Coach and made it cool.

Yet, he says, he relies on a slightly arbitrary design inspiration. “It’s a hard thing to talk about because it’s not deliberate. It’s very iterative and experiential... one thing always leads to another,” he muses. “You have to go far in one direction, then far in another direction and see how it feels. You start to build a vocabulary of stuff you can work with. When I first started at Coach, there wasn’t much — one type of leather, one material, that’s it. My next step was to develop fabric and material ideas, hardware ideas, signature detail… and the brand just grew from there.”

Each product led to yet another collection, as the brand extended from bags to shoes to outerwear. Coach took its time to do this, as Krakoff is quite specific about letting things take their own course naturally. “Each product leads to the next, and you can’t do them out of sequence. There’s a time frame for everything, and we do it accordingly at each place,” he says.

Personalised details like this exemplify the personality of the brand, as each market is treated individually. For example, when the store was opened in KL, Krakoff designed a beige limited edition satchel exclusively for the market. In Hong Kong, two new products were also launched. “People here love fashion so this was fun for me,” says Krakoff. “They love new brands and new ideas, they like to shop, so it was fun to design this sort of store and the limited edition products.”

To be able to walk into a store and feel welcome, to be able to find anything from jewellery to key fobs to bags — whether you’re male, female, teenager or adult — takes a special sort of skill. It’s redefining traditionally held perceptions of what is stylish and what isn’t, or disregarding the it bag phenomenon for something that a customer would want to own forever.

It’s a redefinition of style in every sense of the word.


The Newborns
The Perry limited edition Ergo satchel in python and the MyNY tote, the two new products created exclusively for the opening of Hong Kong’s new global flagship store. Coach will also be donating RMB1 million and a portion of the store’s first-month sales to the China Red Cross Fund in aid of the Sichuan earthquake victims.

Coach Perry Limited Edition Ergo Satchel in Python, price unavailable

Coach MyNY Tote, US$1,000


Courtesy of The Edge Daily

Love It or Hate It: Miu Miu Nappa Patch Petals Satchel

Goodness gracious! I couldn't believe what's I found on the 'New Arrival' section at Saks.

Miu Miu Nappa Patch Petals Satchel

Yeah.. you're right! It's the Miu Miu Nappa Satchel with Patch Petals. Extremely unbelievable, the bag comes is a (so they say..) "ladylike top-handled style that looks totally modern with petal accents of soft leather". Honestly, if those were petals then they must've come off a dying tree. The shapes, I know, are supposed to be petals but do petals really look like that? Don't know if you agree but the bag is outrageous and definitely isn't lady-like. It's a no brainer and I'm really surprised they can put such a item as this up for sale! I wonder who'll in their right mind wanna own this?!!

Anyway, I might be wrong. But there's definitely no in between. It's a love it or hate it kinda thing. Drop us a comment and let us know what you think about today's find!

The Miu Miu Nappa Patch Petals Satchel comes with silvertone hardware, double wrapped leather handles, closes up with a zip and lined with satin. It is available for purchase via Saks Fifth Avenue at $1,240.00

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

NY Fashion Week Coverage: Style.com's Best Accesories Picks for Fall/Winter 2008

Presenting: Style.com's Best Accessories Picks from New York Fashion Week


The Croc Wrap Handbag by Diane von Furstenberg

The Verdict: Diane von Furstenberg, a designer who has become famous from her ever-popular fashion forward wrap dresses (mostly bright, colourful prints and funky-looking) has unveiled what is known as the 'Wrap' Handbag in Crocodile skins. What can we say, 'wraps' are just her area of expertise! Lol. Bagaholic Babe rather likes this wrap ultra-luxe croc bag in burnt orange.


Embellished Pouch by Donna Karan

The Verdict: This suede pouch comes totally embellished and encrusted in oversized rhinestones that well, er, look like rusty bells or those coin charms you get on charm bracelets from afar, don't you think? I mean, I could hardly tell that it was rhinestones. Bagaholic Babe isn't too much of a fan for this bag. To me, I think that it has a rather Indian influence and vibe, with those 'bell-looking' oversized rhinestones that remind me of those bells that Classical Indian dancers adorn on their ankles.



Double Ring Bag by Marc Jacobs

The Verdict: This Double Ring bag by Marc Jacobs reminds me of the 'Lindy' Bag by Hermes from last Fall/Winter. I guess it's just the whole concept on which the bag is based on - from the double rings to the supple 'folded-in-the-centre' look. Although Bagaholic Babe doesn't really like bags which are to structured, this one isn't my cuppa tea at all.


The City/Country Bag by Ralph Lauren

The Verdict: Well, Ralph Lauren, whose brand philosophy is premised on the whole 'sporting arena', is true to it's sporting style with this luxed-up version of a plaid 'hunting bag' with croc flap. Bagaholic Babe loves the way the crimson stands out against the black top flap. Very eye-catching indeed, however bags like these aren't really my style. But it's a nice bag though.

To view other accessories picks like shoes and jewellery that made it into NY Fashion Week's 'IT List', Click Here!

(all images from Style)

YSL Dual Pocket Satchel - On Sale!

It's no wonder why I see more and more people on the streets with a YSL piece. I browsed through their new collection the other day and immediately fell in love with their works of art. Therefore, I'm introducing to you today..

Yves Saint Laurent 'Voyage' Dual Pocket Satchel

Beautifully crafted to perfection, the 'Voyage' satchel by YSL comes in white patent leather - matched with brushed goldtone hardware. There are dual pockets with snap closure on the front, as well as an inset two-way zip closure with optional padlock and a lobster clasp strapped over the top.Also included are the detachable logo ID tag and a key strap along handle and five metal feet at the base for protecting the bag. And to top it off, the double handles are 14" with a 7" drop so the bag fits snuggly on the shoulder.

If you like simplicity, then consider this satchel because it is not only simple yet elegant but it's also fashion and function all combined into one. Get yours today for 20% off via Bluefly. The Yves Saint Laurent 'Voyage' Dual Pocket Satchel is now available for purchase at $1,396.00

The After-Christmas Sale

The After-Christmas sale is still going on and there are many great stuff still up for grabs. Therefore, I'm gonna share with you today a few of my favorites from selected stores..

From Neiman Marcus, we've got..

Isabella Fiore's Let Go My Deco Patent Satchel

A very unusual patent leather satchel - with gold-tone hardware and pleats on the front.


Valentino Drape Bag

A very elegant looking piece made from satin and has tonal embossed leather trim.


Moving on to Saks Fifth Avenue, here's..

Juicy Couture Leather Mini Bag with Charms

An oh-so-cute piece our dear Bagaholic Babe simply loves, it is a petite design made of smooth leather accented with plenty of charm ornaments.


And last but not least, from Bloomingdales..

Adrienne Vittadini Suede Hobo

I think I'm starting to have a thing for such designs. Lol. An extremely sweet looking hobo, I must say.


Calvin Klein Clasp Shoulder Bag

Some may say this is a very 'Loud' choice but I think it's goes perfectly well with your LBD. This leather shoulder bag with flap closure comes with zip pockets, an ID holder and even a mirror on the inside. Ultra cool!


So, Bagfetish readers, you've seen it, now's the chance to grab 'em before it's too late! See you there!

Striking Kate Spade Satchel

Inspite of Kate Spade being on the lower end designer brands, Bagaholic Babe has always liked a few of her designs. What caught my eye when I first laid eyes upon this Kate Spade bag, albeit through the computer screen, was its fabulous colour... a very unusual shade of midnight blue, sorta like the Prada Tessuto Gauffre blue (Spring/Summer 2007 Collection)...except this nylon Kate Spade bag is more eye-catching due to the glossy patent leather trims and accents on the bag. This bag also comes in White but this blue is definitely more unusual and striking, plus it looks great with jeans! ;) Get this 'Pop Clinton St - Stevie' Satchel by Kate Spade for just $325 via Nordstrom . Definitely a great steal I'd say!

Cole Haan Extremely Soft Ruched Satchel

Cole Haan Village Soft Rouched Satchel


An exquisite piece, the Cole Haan Village Soft Rouched Satchel is a very beautiful piece to carry around. Extremely soft in nature, the bag's ruching gives it added character - not forgetting the recessed top zip entry and hand laced buckle detail. Its interior consists of a wall zip pocket, two drop pockets and attached ring for keys.

Available from the world's largest online retailer of bags and accessories, eBags, the item is available at $395.00 with a warranty of 30 days against manufacturer's defects so you're sure to get it in good condition, authenticity guaranteed.

Bargain of the Week!

Lulu Animal-Print Satchel


This week's bargain features an animal print satchel by Lulu Guiness that's wild yet affordable. Only available online, this item is not only trendy but so functional. The bag is made from both faux and leather and locks with a turn-key silver closure. The interior is roomy and has several pockets that'll accomodate your cell phone, ipod, keys and more.

Totally hip and only going for $34.99. Definitely a value buy!

Get yours today from Target

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

Yummy-licious Valentino Bow Clutches

Not too long ago I was raving about and totally in love with Valentino's Lacca Bow Shopper . Now, I'm obsessing over this Bow Clutch cum Wristlet, also by Valentino. It seems as if Valentino can do no wrong when it comes to bow details and oversized ones, at that! Or perhaps I just love anything Valentino does with bow details? Ah well, either way, I'm totally loving this Bow Clutch, esp the Striped one (see below)!



Striped Clutch

Out of all the Bow clutches (Metallic Leather, Python, Satin, Leopard - see below), I love this Striped one best. I think it exudes that 60s Mod look, which will definitely make one stand out amongst a crowd of people carrying crystallized Miniaudieres and common satin clutches, etc. Also, it reminds me of Gwen Stefani's style.


Here's how you can wear it as a wristlet if you don't wanna use it as a Clutch - a great way in which you can dance the night away and not be afraid of someone nicking your bag! Retails for $850 via Bergdorf Goodman

If ya don't like the Striped one, here's one in Metallic Silver Leather

Metallic Bow Clutch - $895 via Bergdorf Goodman

Here's one in Python

Python Bow Clutch. Pre-Order from Bergdorf Goodman. Not available in California as Python products are banned by state law.


And now in Satin...

Satin Bow Clutch - $750 via Bergdorf Goodman

And in Leopard...

Leopard-Print Haircalf Bow Clutch - $985 via Bergdorf Goodman

Splurge of the Week!

This week's Splurge of the Week is a Limited Edition Satchel from Roberto Cavalli's Fall 2007 Collection. Even though many would perceive this item as slightly mature-looking, I absolutely love this bag! So classy and so expensive looking!


Roberto Cavalli Satchel


Side View

Made of Crocodile-printed calf leather , this 'Medium' Satchel comes with a shoulder strap with chain detail, giving you the option of converting it into a shoulder bag. The croc-printed leather bits and details give the bag a touch of class, and the 'RC' logo in gold gives off a somewhat vintage vibe. It's definitely a key piece if you want to accentuate your Fall/Winter look this year! Pre-Order this zebra striped Roberto Cavalli Satchel for $1890 via Nordstrom . Pay only when your item arrives!

Presenting: Miu Miu's Fall Collection

Presenting: Miu Miu's Fall Collection 2007

Here you are BagAddicts, feast your eyes on the latest Miu Miu Collection for Fall 2007.



Matelasse Large Tote

This Matelasse tote is in my opinion, a variant of the Coffer Bag, with a slightly more ruched look to it. You can wear this bag messenger-style as it comes with a removable cross-body strap. Also includes a key pouch, this quilted nappa leather Matellasse Large Tote is available in Prune (shown) and Black. Retails for $1,590 via Saks



Matelasse Medium Tote

And here's the Matelasse Tote in Medium Size. Also comes with a removable cross-body strap and key pouch, it's available in Green and Black. This is Bagaholic Babe's fave piece from the brand's Fall Collection. ;) Retails for $1,150.
Hmm. though I must say that this Matelasse Tote in Medium reminds me of Prada's Tessuto Gauffre of S/S '07. Though if I had to choose between this and the Tessuto Gauffre, the Tessuto Gauffre wins hands down! BUt mind you, I'm not a fan of the Nappa Gauffre, just the Tessuto because of the wonderful fun colours in comes in!


Tessuto Vernice Tote

Made of Patent Tessuto fabric, this tote can be carried to the office and be used as a document bag. Retails for $655


Plisse Satchel

Pleated nappa leather satchel with studded double handles, zip top and removable cross-body strap. Hmm, nothing special methinks. Retails for $1,385


Scamosciato Plisse Shoulder Bag
Pleated suede shoulder bag with studded double handles and magnetic button closure. Again, nothing special. Retails for $1,140



St. Cocco Handbag

Hmm, somehow things in white look a whole lot classier, especially with gold hardware! Sigh, why oh why must a white bag be so hard to maintain?! If it weren't for the maintenence and practicality, I'd have bought myself a white bag aeons ago! *sighs*. This St. Cocco Handbag is made of Crocodile embossed leather. Retails for $1095. A tad too large for my liking though! Maybe if I were going travelling....



Vitello Lux Handbag

First impression: reminds Bagaholic Babe of the YSL Rive Gauche Bag due to the foldover top bit. And I prefer the YSL too! This Vitello Lux Handbag comes with a side bow detail, and Like the YSL, it comes with a removable cross-body strap.
$1,195.00 a lil like RSL Rive gauche


Calf Metal Messenger Bag

It ain't often that we come across messenger bags nowadays. I wonder why designers don't favour this sorta style. True, messenger bags may not be as classy and as chic (imho I don't know why the Tod's messenger bag is sold out...it looks well... to put it bluntly, quite ugly..) but designers forget that Messenger bags are really convenient and practical. It looks great with jeans and the casual look, and the best part of all, it leaves both hands free for shopping and for lugging your purchases around! I've always been a fan of the Messenger Bag, but not this one though...This Calf Metal Messenger bag comes with a pleated flap, grommet details and adjustable shoulder strap. Retails for $1445

Like anything from Miu Miu's Fall Collection? Go on over to Saks to check it out!

Chloe Paddington Capsule Satchel

Chloe Paddington Capsule Satchel


Well, well, well. Who said the Paddington was on its way out? True, there may no longer be a waitlist for a Paddington Satchel, but nevertheless, the Paddington is here to stay! Why am I saying this? Since the release of the original Paddington of seasons past, we're still seeing it in newer shapes and sizes. Oh yes, and the huge padlock, the most distinctive feature of any Paddington bag, seems to be shrinking each season. Hmm, could this be due to the sheer weight of the big padlock on the original first generation Paddingtons? Hmm, anyway, I still love the first gen Paddington with the huge lock (in the smallest size). Anyhoo, if this new Chloe Paddington Capsule Satchel tickles your fancy, then it's Pre-Order it for $1780 via
Neiman Marcus

Tods Besonville Piccola Bag

Made of Creased Black Patent Leather, The new Besonville Piccola Bag by Tod's reminds Bagaholic Babe of another Tods Bag - the 'Carey', albeit without the belt buckle detail. I love the high-sheen and high-gloss look on patent bags, but unfortunately, it isn't suitable to Tropical Climate Asian weather, and will probably crack in these humid conditions as a result. Anyway, I digress. If you want a simple yet chic bag that can take you from the office to a casual evening out, or even straight from the runway (the airplane runway that is!) to the shops when you travel, then this is the bag for you! Get this new Besonville Piccola Bag with multipockets and lock and key signature detail by JP Tod's for $1450 via Saks

Presenting: Dior's F/W Trunk Show & Pre-Fall Collection '07

Presenting: Dior's Fall/Winter Trunk Show and Pre-Fall Collection 2007

Forget Earth/Nature Tones and solid colours like Basic Black, Grey and White for the Fall/Winter Season this year! This F/W, it's all about candy colours that 'Pop', and the House of Dior is just one of the Fashion Houses using a brighter palette this F/W.



Samourai 1947 Woven Frame Bag

BagAddicts, for those of you who follow my posts regularly, you know that I've been raving about his Dior Samourai 1947 Woven Frame Bag since Dior's F/W showing Fashion Week Coverage. I absolutely adore this bag in Fuschia (see below), and guess what? It can be Pre-Ordered via Neiman Marcus for $3900. With basketwoven leather with twisted trimmings and embellished with a tortoiseshell frame, this 1947 Samourai Frame Bag exudes Old World Vintage Charm of yesteryear.



Up next, is the Plisse Basket Tote


Available in either light grey (shown) or Black, the Citrine/Yellow and Brown Crystal details give the bag a Tribal/Ethnic vibe.
This Top Handle Basket Tote can be Pre-Ordered via Neiman Marcus for $1990. Stock in stores in October.



Large Zip-Dome Bag $2390

This Large Zip-Dome Bag is similar in shape to the Louis Vuitton 'Alma' and the YSL 'Muse'. Also sporting a similar template on the Gaucho Collection (from the design to the key and coin charms), Dior experiments with this new Bowler shape. However, instead of being made of Exotic Croc skin, Brown Patent Croc-Embossed leather is utilised. Get this via Neiman Marcus for $2390.



And, some latest additions to the Cannage Collection


First launched in late 2006, the Cannage Drawstring Bag is now available in Grey Nylon shown above for $1160 (Large); Purple and Fuschia Nylon (Medium) for $990. If you're not a fan of Nylon, you can opt for the Cannage Drawstring Bag in Suede (Midnight Blue) for $1190 - see pic Below.




Yet another new addition to the Cannage family is the Cannage Frame Bag


Made of lambskin, this is part of Dior's Pre-Fall Collection and retails for $1890 via Neiman Marcus.





If you think the Cannage Frame Bag above is too mature for your look, you can opt for the Vinyl Cannage Polochon.


Choose between Black or Beige Cannage-stitched Poly Vinyl (Medium size) for $1190, but if you prefer it in Suede, that's also available for $1290.


To view more items from Dior's F/W Trunk Show 2007 or Pre-Fall Collection (including Shoes and Accessories), or to Purchase or Pre-Order the bags in this post, Click Here!