Designer Handbag Blog

The man bag, the butt of many a joke, as well as one very memorable episode of the iconic 90s sitcom Seinfeld, appears to be making somewhat of a comeback for the spring/summer 2015 season. During Men’s Fashion Week in London and Milan, there were man bags aplenty. In and of itself this is not so unusual during the men’s...

The counterfeit goods industry is worth approximately 3 billion a year in the United Kingdom alone, and shows no sign of slowing any time soon. Despite the widely-held belief that purchasing a counterfeit handbag is nothing more than a bargain-hunter’s prerogative, this practice is anything but a victimless crime. As much as 79 percent of counterfeiters have direct ties to...

As any good fashionista will tell you, it takes a little (or a lot) of effort to look completely effortless, and a seemingly innocuous accessory such as a handbag can make all the difference. Feel completely out of your depth when you have to attend a fancy event and can’t seem to find a handbag that works? Don’t panic. These...

During the Spring/Summer 2015 shows, an article on Vogue.com confirmed a suspicion that has been held by handbag enthusiasts for a few seasons now; the “it” bag appears to be making a comeback. The Vogue article referenced many of the storied French and Italian fashion houses, announcing that they have called-upon their archives for inspiration for the upcoming season. After...

Anyone who has an affinity for fashion will be used to hearing the yearly, if not seasonal declaration of “it” colors. However, what most people don't realize is that the emergence of a popular shade is not merely a coincidence, nor is it only the result of some sort of secret survey conducted by bloggers or street style stars. At...

The ever-changing nature of fashion ensures that there is always something new on the horizon; a fresh crop of sartorial goodies to look forward to every season. That’s particularly good news at this time of year. Cold, dark, gloomy winter weather conditions can sometimes get the better of our sensibilities, so having a colourful, whimsical little treat to add to...

With the resort 2015 collections now in stores, it's easy to start planning for your upcoming midwinter holiday. This year, one of the most classic and time-honored resort looks has been making the rounds on the resort runways. The nautical look, always a popular warm weather option, made an especially memorable appearance in some of the handbag collections that were...

If there was ever a time to really turn-up the bling and make use of your glitziest occasional bags, the holiday season is that time. Whether you're a sequin girl or prefer something in the way of embroidery and crystals, 2014 was a year that upped the ante when it came to embellishment. However, just because something is sequinned, coated...

In order to be considered vintage, something generally has to be old enough to be considered “previously enjoyed” (okay... used), but not as old as say, your oldest relative. To be considered antique, something has simply to be old, but not just any old piece. According to various sources (in this case the Merriam Webster dictionary), an item is really...

Like it or loathe it, it cannot be denied that a sizeable chunk of the population looks to celebrities for style inspiration, in everything from clothing and handbags to beauty trends. This week, the rarefied world of the rich and famous gave us a few glimpses into which of 2014's handbags have ranked among the most consistent celebrity favourites. Here...