Archive for June, 2008

Sunday, June 29th, 2008

Costco to sell handbags

Bulk Shopping can be really addicting. I always seem to get carried away. The warehouses just always seem to have what I need. And while most people are there for the bulk savings on groceries and edibles, I find myself more attracted to the other things Costco has to offer. For example, I bought a really nice Cartier watch for my dad on Father’s day; and on Mother’s day we got her the wood flooring she always wanted for the kitchen. But Costco has never really been known to be a good place to get your fashion accessories. However that may start to change, Costco is now offering handbags to relieve you of the cash in your wallet. Lately, I have been seeing brands like Perlina and Liz Claiborne in store and brands like Fendi and Burberry online. Of course we all know Costco itself loves to get in on the action as well so they also have created their own line, the Kirkland Signature handbags which is actually pretty good quality. I am not sure how they do it but every time I go into the warehouse, I don’t come out empty handed.

Saturday, June 28th, 2008

Where to Find your Designer Bags

                                          

Sometimes it’s a lot easier to want a certain designer bag, than actually finding one. Now and days we have to worry about if it’s a fake or not and where we can get the best price for that designer bag. Surprisingly, not all well known department stores carry all designers. Certain stores like to carry certain brands and certain stores will even give you a discount on it.

If you just LOVE…..

COACH, Dooney and Bourke, Michael Kors and Cole Haan…

Macy’s is the best place to shop for these brands. You can even get them on sale with additional savings if you have a Macy’s card.

If you just LOVE….

All the above AND Betsey Johnson, Botkier, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, and Juicy Couture…

Nordstrom is the place for you. While Nordstrom rarely have sales, when they do, you can get lucky and find these handbags a discounted prices!

If you just LOVE…

Botkier, Juicy Couture, Prada, and Gucci…

Then Saks Fifth Avenue is your haven, but if you just want Botkier and Juicy Couture-Check out Bloomingdales too.

If you just LOVE…

Your Louis Vuitton, FENDI, Dolce Gabbana, Christian Dior, Versace, and Roberto Cavalli…

Then you should be shopping at Eluxury.com. They periodically have sales on these designer bags.

Don’t forget you can always visit their respective designer name website. Even Louis Vuitton has one of his own now. The only down fall is each respective website rarely offer sales on their bags, but they always have the latest one out. Let me know if you find any great places for these designer bags.

Friday, June 27th, 2008

Louis Vuitton Monogram Shearling Bags

 I do not like. I do not like. I do not like.

Maybe it’s just me but I do not find these handbags attractive at all. Normally, I think Louis Vuitton is great but it seems like someone out there wants to prove me wrong. The wrinkled patent leather makes it look like someone took a Louis Vuitton handbag and covered it with clear plastic wrap. And the fur trim all over the bag definitely doesn’t help. It reminds me of Ugg boots and that just doesn’t belong on any designer handbag. I’m not even too crazy about the black straps and detail.

It all just looks so wrong and so awkward!

Is it just me who thinks this bag needs to become a long forgotten mistake in Louis Vuitton’s history books? If so, then please tell me what’s good about these handbags.

Wednesday, June 25th, 2008

Want to Sell RIONI Designer Purses?

Today’s post is more of an informative post on how to setup a new Vendor’s account with Chateau Anne – RIONI.

To be honest, it is not too hard to set up an account with Rioni. You will need the following documents:

- Business Lincense (including Federal Tax ID Number)

- Business Card (including contact phone number and physical location)

After that, all you need is to place a minimum order of $1000 worth of RIONI handbags, purses, luggage, wallets, and or accessories.

With your first initial order, Chateau Anne – RIONI will send you a catalog along with a wholesale price list.

That’s it… not too bad right?

This post was brought to you by Chateau Anne – RIONI (sole international distribution center for Rioni Italian designer handbags, travel goods and accessories).

Tuesday, June 24th, 2008

Beach Tote

 

The extreme heat that we had this past weekend was seriously getting to me. All I could think about was how badly I wanted to spend every moment of it at the beach and that I wanted this tote bag to be my beach bum buddy.

This is the Kate Spade Noel Coal Tote and I love it. It’s made out of a heavyweight cotton canvas that has been printed in an olid based pain, and is accentuated with light gold hardware. The color was really the first thing to catch my eye. It comes in three colors, blue, green, or red, with a gradation of the signature Noel mark.

It’s about 11 inches high and 12.5 inches wide, so I can definitely fit in plenty of things that I’ll need (like sunblock and a water bottle which are essential for an entire day outside). I can’t wait to head to the beach with this one!

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

How to make a handbag with a pair of jeans

It’s amazing how creative people can be these days. Just a few weeks ago i saw a girl carrying a cute little bag. I asked her where she got it and she said that she made it. We got to talking and she started to talk about how she made them by cutting off the pant legs and sewing the bottom shut. Then using the scraps from the pant leg to make the straps, I thought to myself what a resourceful way to recycle an old pair of jeans.

Friday, June 20th, 2008

Do Good While Shopping

                              

Remember shopping for a cause? Well, have you been doing your fair of “good” shopping lately? If not, fear not, that’s what I’m here for. This month you can help out the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF) and get fashionably trendy for the summer.

The CFF was founded in 1955 and supports research aimed at controlling and hopefully curing the hereditary disease. This foundation provides it s patients with funds for prescribed nutritional supplements that are vital but often not covered by insurance.

How can you support this foundation you ask? Below are great designer products that will specifically donate 30% percent of the sales to benefit this foundation. WOW!

1.       EDRESSME- Shoshanna Color-Block dress, $295

2.       TANI – Devotte “Lee Loo” Sandals”, $320

3.       HOUSEANDWEAR.COM- Bloosms Square Pillow, $96

4.       BEAUTYHABIT.COM – l’Occitante En Provence honey and Lemon Eau De Toilette, $42

5.       MELISSA JOY MANNING- 14k Cavancite Earrings, $315

6.       LAFCO NEW YORK- Claus Porto Luxury Guest Soaps, $19

7.       ELUM – Mums canary Journal, $22

What better way to help others and yourself?

Friday, June 20th, 2008

New Campaign Ad for Marc by Marc Jacobs

 

So, I just saw the fall/winter ad campaign for Marc by Marc Jacobs and I really thought it was interesting. I’m not quite sure why they chose male model, Cole Mohr, to star in their campaign, or why he’s wearing that adorable (women’s) pea coat, but it’s definitely different.

I really wanted to ask what you guys think. Is this an ad that’ll capture your attention and draw you in to their handbags and clothes? I’m curious to know because this ad certainly caught my attention. I really like that bag he’s holding. I think the color is gorgeous!

And of course, it led me to check out the rest of Marc by Marc Jacob’s Fall 2008 women’s collection. I thought it was a good looking collection with plenty of handbags that catch my eye.  So in essence, the ad did its job, right? It made me interested enough to check out their collection and I’m not even sure if I like it! Funny how that works, huh?

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008

New Designer Purse from Rioni’s Virtue Collection

New from the RIONI Virtue… 3 awesome choices, $204 each – 10% (Sale) = $183.60.

RIONI Virtue – Designer Casual Carrier

I would carry this bag on a daily basis. This purse is smart looking, light-weight, and unique. Also, believe it or not, the bag is actually quite practical too. The two magnetic closure compartments open in the front and in the rear of the handbag making it very easy to access my keys or cell phone.

 

 

 

 

RIONI Virtue – Designer Blossom Tote

I’ve got to admit, I fell in love with this bag when I first saw it at the Rioni store in Los Angeles. Might I add… this bag has 5 compartments! Wow!

Sometimes beauty is indescribable and this bag has left me speechless.

 

 

 

 

 

RIONI Virtue – Designer Bottom Tote Carrier 

This bag is cool! It reminds me a flower pot.

Bright sunshine + Outdoor Mall + RIONI Designer Bottom Tote Carrier = Perfection

 

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008

Designer Bags for Mommy

My older sister only recently stopped carrying around the baby bag that she used to use for my absolutely adorable nephew. Thank goodness. That baby bag was bulky, big, and not very pretty.

Fortunately for mothers who just happen to love their designer bags, there are a number of stylish and very useful baby bags. Coach, Louis Vuitton, Kate Spade, Coach, and Burberry are just some designers that have created bags spacious enough to fit everything you and baby would need on the go. Some of them even come with changing pads for baby and when baby is all grown up, it doesn’t mean you have to say bye bye to the bag. You can hang on to it and use it as an overnight bag as well.

What do you think, moms?