Designer Luxury Daily - Prada Sports Bag

Although this made look like the dreaded "fanny pack," it has nothing in common with your Momma's fanny pack except the shape. The PRADA belt bag is sleek, sporty and highly practical. You can sport this designer handbag on a trip to Europe (or the mall) without worrying about losing your valuables, it getting stolen or injuring your shoulder / back with one of those "heavy" handbags. Made from Prada's signature vela nylon, this Prada belt bag features a goldish hue, camel leather trim and silver hardware. Adjustable buckled strap from 30L - 34L and 1.5 inches wide. Prada handbag measures about 7.5H x 10W x 1D. Shop for this authentic PRADA handbag at 22% off now.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Bottega Veneta Clutch

Although we can appreciate all designer handbags, one of our favorites has to be BOTTEGA VENETA because it is the epitome of timeless elegance, and new or old is always fabulous. There might have been many imitations but BOTTEGA VENETA is beloved originator of woven leather handbags, or at least put the look on the map. This BOTTEGA VENETA clutch made from taupe woven lambskin leather features a gold chain and two separate compartments. BOTTEGA VENETA clutch measures approximately 5 W x 3 H. Shop this authentic BOTTEGA VENETA handbag at 44% off now.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Marc Jacobs Mina Handbag

With spring just around the corner (and not soon enough) it's time to retire those drab hues and bring out those vibrant colors and what better way to start than with the MARC JACOBS MINA bag in yellow juta ostrich. A beautiful gold shade of yellow, the Marc Jacobs mina bag features the signature quilted calfskin leather and genuine ostrich trim. Marc Jacobs handbag measures about 17 inches at its widest point across the bottom and about 11 inches tall. Single large link chain shoulder strap measures about 30 inches long and is detachable. Shop this authentic MARC JACOBS handbag at 25% off now.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Brighton Leather Cuff

We have always loved cuffs because they continue to remain stylish and instantly take an outfit from good to great, plus they come in a variety of styles from silver to gold to leather like this BRIGHTON black leather cuff. BRIGHTON black quilted leather bracelet with accented stitching and signature heart design. BRIGHTON cuff measures about 3 inches wide. Shop this authentic BRIGHTON leather cuff at 27% off now.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Etro Handbag

Not often talked about but just as essential, there are many carryall bags that are just as fabulous as designer handbags and so many to choose from. This Etro carryall duffel bag is great for a weekend jaunt, the gym (if you're daring) or your next vacation. ETRO gold monogrammed logo carryall duffel bag features a brown with the E logo and pegasus logo and dark brown leather trim. Etro bag measures approximately 21 W x 10 H with a 10 inch depth. Dark brown leather trim. The straps are monogrammed in gold with Etro and the pegasus horse. The straps measure about 22 inches long with an 8 inch drop. Zip top closure with a large leather pull tab. Shop this authentic Etro bag at 26% off.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Isabella Fiore Shoulder Bag

If you are really into vintage designer handbags but aren't exactly a fan of carrying a used purse, than ISABELLA FIORE might be your new favorite designer. Never boring, ISABELLE FIORE handbags features vintage embellishments with modern flair. This jacquard cotton ISABELLE FIORE shoulder bag looks like it could have been from the 30's, with the beaded front quilt-like panels, antique brass hardware and brown trim. Handbag measures approximately 12 inches wide X 8.5 inches tall X 5 inches deep with an 8.5 inch drop. Shop ISABELLE FIORE handbags at up to 50% off now.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Gucci Signoria Leather Tote

This might not look like your ordinary GUCCI handbag but it has the slightest hint of the famed logo pattern and is the perfect tote for those whole love Gucci handbags but aren't into logos. Gucci tote features soft camel colored leather, signature GG logo script on leather trim at corners of bag and around the top of the bag and engraved gold toned hardware. Gucci handbag measures approximately 14 W x 9 H with a 5.5 inch depth. The double leather strap handles measure about 17 inches long with a 6 inch drop. Shop this authentic GUCCI handbag at 28% off.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Burberry Hobo

You might love the signature nova check pattern BURBERRY is known for but you can still be big fans of the quilted styles they came out with last year. This nude BURBERRY hobo is one of our favorite styles from the quilted collection because it is ultra-feminine embellishments and a great everyday color. BURBERRY hobo features tonal top stitching, gold toned hardware, a metal equestrian knight logo and an engraved lock. Signature plaid lining with one zippered pocket and two open patch pockets. BURBERRY handbag measures approximately 14 W x 11 H with a 2.5 inch depth. The adjustable strap measures about 17 inches long with an 11 inch drop. Shop this authentic BURBERRY handbag at 27% off now.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Bottega Veneta

If you consider a designer handbag an investment like we do, than you can appreciate the timeless luxury of BOTTEGA VENETA handbags. Although not the trendiest designer handbag brand, BOTTEGA VENETA handbags are so well made that you will be able to pass this down to your daughter and grand daughter. BOTTEGA VENETA brown leather cocker purse features buttery chocolate brown leather, signature suede lining and braided leather pockets. Bottega Veneta handbag measures approximately 14 W x 7 H with a 7 inch depth. The braided strap measures about 13 inches long. Shop this authentic BOTTEGA VENETA handbag at 26% off now (below retail).

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Designer Luxury Daily - Yves Saint Laurent Cream Downtown Bag

Color might be the hottest trend for spring but we aren't going to forget our love for cream bags. like this YVES SAINT LAURENT downtown handbag in cream deerskin leather. We think this "it-bag" made it on the arms of celebrities like Salma Hayek and Madonna because of the buttery leather, suede lining and unconstructed shape, at least that's why we loved it. YSL handbag measures about 14H x 19.5 at its widest point x 10D. The strap handles measure about 20 inches each and have a strap drop of about 9 inches. Shop the Yves Saint Laurent downtown bag at 21% off now.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Chanel Small Tote

One of Chanel's most popular classic designs, the Chanel small tote makes a comeback in a refreshing pink hue just in time for spring. Made from the famous Chanel caviar leather and featuring the interlocking c's and leather woven chain straps, this Chanel handbag is the perfect sized tote for everyday and will be fashionable to years to come. Chanel handbag measures about 9.5 x 9.5 x 3.5 inches with double leather-woven gold chain straps measuring about 22 inches each with 9.5 inch drop. Gold hardware is engraved. Shop this authentic Chanel tote at 22% off retail.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Marc Jacobs Julianne Quilted Shoulder Bag

Although MARC JACOBS has been one of the most popular designer handbag brands since it first introduced the its calfskin collection, the MARC JACOBS quilted handbags are to die for. We especially like the MARC JACOBS Julianne quilted leather shoulder bag in black because the size is perfect, not too big and not too small, and it's pure luxe. Marc Jacobs Julianne handbag measures about 13L x 6W x 7H. The single chain shoulder strap is about 32 inches from end to end and is detachable. Made from Italian napa quilted leather and featuring gold hardware. Shop this authentic MARC JACOBS handbag t 30% off now.

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Unlike other online stores, eFashionHouse.com offers online shoppers freedom to purchase an unlimited amount of designer handbags. Many large department stores limit online designer handbag purchases to one item per customer.

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“Our Internet business moto is ‘Shopping without Boundaries.’ We are in business to cater to the world,” said Anna Miller, eFashionHouse.com’s owner. Online shoppers can purchase as many items as they want when placing an online order at eFashionHouse.com.

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eFashionHouse ships worldwide, offers deep discounts off retail, charges no sales tax and provides free USA FedEx delivery for orders over $200. Selling online for over twelve years, eFashionHouse lists high end brands like Chanel, Prada, YSL, Gucci, Fendi, Bottega Veneta, Tods, Coach, Tano, Marc Jacobs, Ferragamo, Dior and more.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Dolce & Gabbana Hobo

For a DOLCE & GABBANA designer purse, this camel leather hobo is surprisingly low key when it comes to design considering DOLCE & GABBANA handbags are usually funky and anything but "everyday." However we shouldn't be surprised because when it comes to high-fashion DOLCE & GABBANA can do little wrong. DOLCE & GABBANA handbag is made from soft pebble leather with contrast stitching, polished gold hardware and dangling DG charms. Bag measures approximately 16 inch length by 13 inch tall at strap with a 4 inch depth. Strap measures 19 inches with a 9 inch drop.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Prada Animal Print Bowler

You can never own too much PRADA is what we like to say and if you don't own a PRADA handbag yet than here's the perfect chance. This PRADA bowler in animal print fur features gold engraved hardware and the classic bowler shaper signature to PRADA. PRADA handbag measures about 13.5 x 10 x 5 inches. The Prada handbag BL0429 in the Cavallino St. Gh material is a Prada classic icon. The color is called Avorio. A vintage designer handbag in the making, this PRADA bowler is an instant classic with lasting appeal.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Chanel Carnelia Tote

Although this Chanel handbag is not the classic quilted leather icon, it is very much a Chanel. Just in time for spring, this lightweight Chanel Carnelia tote is a fresh alternative to heavy leather satchels and framebags of winter. Chanel canvas tote features the Chanel logo and signature camelia print in pinks and blues on a white background. Chanel handbag measures about 9.5 inches x 8 inches x 5.5 inches with double handles. Bag is fully lined has rubber bottom which can be easily cleaned.

Shop for this authentic Chanel handbag at 30% off.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Prada Nappa Gaufrean Satchel

PRADA handbags are practically instant classics the moment they hit the runway. First came the nylon vela backpack, then the leather bowler and now the nappa gaufrean leather satchel. This large Prada handbag features ruched leather with gold hardware and double rolled stitched leather handles. It's sweet, sophisticated and sexy all in one designer handbag. Includes a leather adjustable and detachable long shoulder strap.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Chanel Satchel

There is something about luxury vintage and Chanel that just go together. Perhaps its because Chanel vintage handbags are the most coveted and popular among fashionistas the world over, but we love vintage Chanel handbags. Although this Chanel camel satchel is brand new, the shape and style remind us of 50s luxury. Made from soft lambskin, this Chanel handbag measures approximately 10 W x 8 H with a 7 inch depth. Straps measure about 14 inches long with a 4 inch drop. Bag has four metal feet. Interior has a quilted beige satin lining with one zippered pocket with the metal Chanel Made in Italy logo attached.



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Designer Luxury Daily - Marc Jacobs Alyona Handbag

Since first introducing its own version of the quilted leather handbag, MARC JACOBS handbags are consistently the most sought after designer purses each season and for good reason. Marc Jacobs handbags are made from soft calfskin and feature signature details, like polished gold metal hardware and buckles, and instantly glam up any outfit. We are big fans of the Marc Jacobs Alyona handbag because it goes with everything. Marc Jacobs Alyona purse measures about 15.5 x 11 x 5.5 inches. Removable chunky link chain shoulder strap 9 drop and 28 inch length.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Burberry Nova Check Hobo

Lately BURBERRY has revamped its signature nova check look to include shiny patent leather and funkier styles but we are still big fans of the more traditional BURBERRY because it never seems to go out of style. We especially like this BURBERRY hobo that features tan nova check with red patent leather trim and handle. The red trim accents the nova check nicely and the silver hardware makes an already sophisticated handbag more so. Burberry handbag measures approximately 16 W x 13 H with a 2 inch depth. The handle measures about 20 inches long with a 9 inch drop.

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It pays to clean out the clothes closet

By Nicole Tsong
Seattle Times staff reporter

Nearly every closet has at least one splurge outfit hanging there in perfectly good shape, a reminder of a rash purchase that didn't work out. It's too precious to give away but takes up coveted space.

That's where consignment stores come in. They are the savvy solution for people with unwanted clothes that deserve a second, fabulous life, and they can garner a little moola in the process. "Somebody else will get really good use out of it," said Paula Iorio-Rosato, of Labels on Phinney Ridge. "So get a little bit of your money back and have somebody else use it."

Consignment shops sell your clothes and typically return 40 percent to 50 percent of the sales price to you at the end of a set time period, usually two to three months. If clothes don't sell, they are returned to the owner or donated to charity.

Victoria Yee, a clothing designer, consigns regularly at Le Frock on Capitol Hill. She can make more money selling handbags and shoes on eBay, she said, but clothes don't photograph as well and people like to touch fabrics.

She brings in clothes that she hasn't worn in months, ones that no longer look good on her and pieces she doesn't like. Consigning also helps her be a more disciplined shopper. She tries to buy unusual, high-quality clothes that will consign well if she doesn't love them.

"I like buying nicer things, and I can sell them back," Yee said. "I view clothes as more of an investment."

Guide to consign

Smart consigning starts with the pieces you bring in and knowing your consignment shop. They all have different aesthetics, and it helps to know what they want.

Consignment shop owners recommend bringing in current items bought in the last three or four years. Designer labels are even better.

One common mistake is to try to consign clothes that are fashion no-nos. If you don't want that Saks Fifth Avenue blazer from 1989, chances are the stores won't either.

"If something's expensive, and if they've had it 10 or 15 years, [they think] it's worth a lot and the fact is it's not," said Alexandra Oncken, owner of Alexandra's Exclusively Designer Label Consignment in downtown Seattle. "It's one of the biggest misconceptions about consignment."

It's also wise to have realistic expectations. Consigning will not get your money back from the original purchase. Shops sell pieces for up to one-third of the retail price, depending on the condition and the brand.

"People kind of forget if you get it brand new in a store, brand new means it's never left the store," said Gentry Michaels, who works at Le Frock. "You can get things on sale at a department store for up to 70 percent off. Come to a store like this, it has to be at least 70 percent [off]."

Here are some other consigning tips:

• Call ahead. Some stores' consignment appointments are booked up for two months. Others will take pieces you bring in that day.

• Accessories sell well. Bring in jewelry, handbags, scarves and hats in good condition.

• Stay seasonal. Most stores don't have storage for pieces out of season, so bring in winter clothes in fall and in early winter, and summer clothes in spring and in early summer.

• Designer labels sell. Labels sell better and are a requirement for some high-end consignment stores.

• Use care. Make sure the items are in good condition. Stores won't take pieces with buttons missing, shoes with uneven tread and so on.

• Be flexible. A consignment store has a specific audience, and might send you elsewhere if the owners feel they can't sell an item.

• Be patient. Your item may be on the floor for two to three months and possibly longer if the store puts it on sale.

• Check the kids' clothes. A few consignment stores sell children's clothes.

"You can save so much money all the way up until 8, 9, 10, when it kind of dies and they stop growing so quickly," said Wendy Douglas, owner of Me N Moms.

Selling direct

If you don't want to wait for your money, selling clothes for cash is another option. Some consignment boutiques buy for cash in addition to consignment, while other stores specialize in cash purchases. You typically will receive less money than from consignment, however. For example, Le Frock offers around 25 percent of what employees think the item will sell for whereas consignors receive 40 percent of the final sale.

Michaels encourages people with nicer or more unusual pieces to consign. The store prices it a little higher to see if it will sell, and also will put it on sale. The trade-off is that the piece might not find a new owner.

"The best consignors recognize you're going to do the job for them," Oncken said. "If something doesn't sell at the price you thought it would, it's because nobody bought it. We just keep marking things down and have a sale rack in the back as a last-ditch effort to get something for a piece."

Designer Luxury Daily - Gucci Scarves

Like designer handbags, you can never have too many designer scarves. Not only are designer scarves versatile, you can wear them as a hairband, belt or around the neck and even tied to your handbag, but designer scarves are timeless fashion accessories that can make an outfit look very modern. Accessorize with your favorite wool shift dress, or pair it with a mini mod skirt and you instantly look tres chic. Here's a designer scarf by Gucci that will transform that boring work attire into something Angelina would wear. Try it with a black pencil skirt and mile-high patent leather t-straps. We never knew scarves could be sexy.

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The £13,000 alligator skin handbag

(NOTE. Currency Conversion for $1.00USD is 0.51GBP. In other words, the 13,000GBP handbag would cost about $26,000USD.)

Let me tell you about the latest fashion must-have. It is made from either matte or glossy "exotic" skins, meaning deeply cruel and unsustainable python or alligator.

It comes in cherry red, metallic blue and a deep, lustrous gold. It is quite slouchy, and, at almost a foot long, is fashioned in the shape of a crescent. Tucked inside, amid a pure silk lining, is a discreet gold plate, upon which your initials will be engraved. Scroll down for more...

The bag's rivets and fastenings are made from handfinished vintage gold. When you take delivery of this new, fiercely-fought-over accessory, it will be in its own limited-edition quilted leather box, a bit like a coffin. The name of this bag? The Burberry Warrior, studded as it is with pseudo Roman coins. The price tag of this ridiculous item? £13,000. Burberry is an "exclusive" brand (meaning the shop assistants are snooty, the prices sky-high) that likes to celebrate its British heritage. It did indeed invent the trench coat, which became vital for keeping soldiers in the trenches warm and dry, but like most "luxury" brands it now manufactures most of it's garments and accessories in the Far East. There are other Burberry bags on offer this season (including the Beaton, the Bloomsbury and the Manor; I told you they like to harp on about their heritage) but it is the Warrior that is causing so much excitement. The bag (for that is what it is; something in which to stash your bus pass and your lippy - although this one also has pockets for your iPhone and iPod) was first launched at an 'exclusive' (goodness, how that word has been demeaned. Scroll down for more...

Every time I use it just exchange it in your head for "moronic" instead) series of soirees in stores in London, Las Vegas, Beverly Hills, Milan, Rome, Madrid, Kuwait and Moscow; you note they didn't launch it in Chelmsford, or Kabul. The giddy height of the top end of the Burberry price range has enabled the brand to increase the average price point of its handbags by more than 25 per cent. Sod the economic downturn, the troubles in Kenya and Pakistan, and global warming, there were enough over-Botoxed, impossibly spherical-breasted women lining up to buy the latest in a long list of obscenely expensive handbags that the Warrior promptly sold out (the oxymoronic £100,000 Chanel Forever, anyone? Or how about the £23,484 Louis Vuitton Tribute?) While I can understand that the wives of Russian oligarchs or Las Vegas gangsters might hanker after a gold piece of arm candy, I am intrigued to find out who on earth in London has felt compelled to put her name down on the Warrior waiting list. Jenny Eagle, 33, works for a celebrity agency called First Artists Management, is single and lives in Twickenham. Scroll down for more...

She says she received a hefty Christmas bonus this year, and that instead of frittering it away on designer clothes or shoes she is going to splash most of it on the gold version. "I put my name down for it early this week, and I am so excited! This will be the most I have ever spent on a handbag, and I know people will think it an extortionate amount, but to me this will be an investment and, hopefully, a family heirloom." Hmmm. And then a clearly successful and intelligent woman reveals the real reason she hankers after this bag. "I work in the celebrity business and rubbing shoulders with top celebs such as Kate Moss and Sienna Miller, you start to long for their designer accessories." Proof, surely, that no matter how sensible we think we are, we are all in awe of the stupid, tiny women who populate our red carpets, women who are nonetheless too bright to carry anything other than a freebie. Jenny goes on: "I know most people will think it's only millionaires buying these bags, but there are a lot of single, professional women like me who work hard for their money, and feel this is the ultimate luxury treat. "I don't have children to spend money on, so this is my way of pampering myself." It is funny, isn't it, how the notion of "pampering" yourself and being hardworking and independent have become so intricately linked with the notion of spending money on something that is gaudy and that we don't really need. It is almost as if we are trying to buy love, or happiness. A similar story is told by 28-year-old Xenia Xenophontos, a senior PR manager, who has a flat in Central London which she shares with more than 55 designer handbags, all pristine in their little cloth bags, their authentication certificates tucked neatly in the pockets, and all kept at exactly the right temperature. Scroll down for more...

She, too, is unashamed to say she has put her name down for a Warrior. "When I produce mine everyone will notice, and it will bring me a lot of kudos. "I buy bags both as an investment and because they are so beautiful. "I love them so much I even research the history of handbags. "My friends tease me, and I am well known in stores like Selfridges, where I place orders for the latest musthave bags. "I just love looking at them and touching them." The one thing the women I spoke to have in common when asked why on earth they are so desperate for something so frivolous, is the mantra that they work really hard, and deserve to be rewarded. The tragedy is that it is not just the wives of Russian oligarchs who are buying into this nonsense, but ordinary women like you and me. Listen to 32-year-old Nayda Anderson who runs a finance company with her husband Christian, 38, and lives in South West London. Scroll down for more...

"I haven't told my husband about my warrior yet. "I would not say he is happy about my adoration on handbags, but he knows how hard I work and it is the only thing I am willing to spend a fortune on." Why, though, does the Warrior have such appeal? "It has a rather tough look as well as being chic." Nayda continues. "I've had enough of girly-girl bags, and this one will really be a statement. "Handbags are an extension of yourself, you are saying something about who you are." I can't help but wonder just what it will say can't help but wonder. "I can't help but wonder what it will say about her, other than she has more money than sense. Scroll down for more...


"There is a reason the big luxury brands have suddenly, in the past few years, decided to up the ante." The first is the meteoric rise in the standard of High Street fashion. It has become relatively easy to produce almost carbon copies of, say, a Miu Miu chiffon cocktail dress, and many women have, quite sensibly, opted to spend less money on just one key designer item, and to instead buy armfuls of clothes that are, more and more these days, going to be fashionable for just one short season. The second was the rise of the "chav", a decidedly downmarket woman (or man) who bought into a high-end label (remember Danniella Westbrook and her Burberry check life?) and devalued the label's exclusivity. And so, to keep their very high-spending, core clientele happy, the big designer houses decided they had to produce something intricate and expensive and impossible to rip off. This meant they increased the price of, first, shoes, which now begin at around the £400 mark, and then they decided to pour all their creativity and snootiness into the handbag. While expensive bags have been around since the Thirties (at Gucci, Hermes, Dior and Chanel) these bags were not meant to be remotely fashionable or disposable: they were investment pieces that were kept for life, and then handed down to the next generation. The cult of the big money bag had its seeds in the early Nineties, when Miuccia Prada revitalised a tired luggage brand with a very desirable nylon satchel, and took off in 1997, when the Italian label Fendi came up with the baguette (swiftly followed by its smaller cousin, the croissant), with its myriad permutations of colour and fabric. Scroll down for more...

I remember being in Milan in the spring of that year and being puzzled by all the Japanese women queuing outside the store for the new delivery. But soon, I, too, was infected by the disease. Today, take a front seat alongside any catwalk and you are assaulted by the sight of models, who have surely only ever lifted something as heavy as a cigarette, staggering along the catwalk, weighed down by totes as large as hippos. At the ankles of all the fashion editors are piles of big, shiny, £1,000-plus bags; you would think you were in the departure lounge of Heathrow rather than there to do a job. None of the fashion editors has paid for these bags, of course. That would be silly. When I was the editor of Marie Claire, I once received 22 designer handbags at Christmas; the lower down the masthead your name appeared in the magazine, the smaller the bag you were given. We should remember, too, that the models who emerge from backstage with a tote slung over their skinny shoulders have never had to put a hand in their pocket; they are sensible, and invest all they earn in real estate. So don't feel sorry for those of us who work in the business, having to fork out so much cash in order to look good. And please don't worry about the women who have already bought the aforementioned Warrior; they can probably afford to splash out more money on a bag than most of us can on a car. No. These women and how they spend their (husbands') cash don't concern me. What does concern me is the drip, drip, drip effect of these monster bags. Selfridges reports that the average price of designer bags is now £850, a rise of 55per cent since 2005. Women, more and more of us (we now own between four and 14 handbags each and are prepared to spend up to £380 per bag) think it is obligatory to spend a month's salary on a bag we perhaps don't even really like that much. Of course, the profligate spending habits of Carrie Bradshaw in Sex And The City didn't help. Soon, every lowsalaried PR girl or shop assistant bought into the idea that to live far beyond her

The women who can't wait to pay £13,000 for an alligator skin handbag the Daily Mail

Coach Bleeker Handbags - Vintage Never Looked So Good

By Nicole Ross

Coach Bleecker handbags have swept the nation with it's latest look from Coach. Coach has re-defined the look of sophistication. The new Coach Bleecker handbags are the hottest bag for the cool season approaching. These bags are certainly going to be very popular this season.

The Bleecker handbag is a reminder to us all that there is no stopping Coach when it comes to offering luxury at an affordable price to women all over the world. Even though the prices may have risen, it just means that the quality of the bags has evolved. What would you expect with such high-end fashion.

These bags offer the designer handbag lover the ability to work style and versatility into their look. The bags look more sophisticated with their more subtle and earthy tones. They are designed with the signature styles such as the hobo, shoppers, totes, medium to XL duffles, flaps in many styles.

The Collection starts at $238 for the Coach Bleecker Signature Small Flap Hobo and goes as high as $748 for the Coach Bleecker Elisa Laced Leather XL Slim Duffle and even higher for the Coach Bleecker Alligator Shopper which can be bought for a cool $20,000. This here ladies is one fabulous handbag!

There is good news for the price conscious that do not care to pay full price for these fabulous designer bags. Luckily, there is a place where you too can bask in the glory of carrying such quality. You can save 50%-60% on Coach handbags by shopping on specific live online auction sites.

The Bleecker duffles have really taken a more modern look from it's previous vintage style. You will see many of these bags being worn this fall season. These bags look great worn with your grey's and neutral colors. The straps on the duffle make it easy to overlap them across your body or short. This handbag has been given a massive transformation with its functional pockets, roomier interiors and adjustable straps.

Coach handbags are sweeping the nation with great success. Inspired by Coach's traditional rich, vintage styles-crafted from soft, brushed leathers and signature fabrics. The Bleecker bags still carry the history, craftsmanship and true American style of Coach.

The Bleecker line exemplifies glamour along with sophistication and style. Women who carry the Bleecker handbags show a sense of classiness and self-worth in their demeanor. There is such luxury in the bags, which allows each individual woman carrying it to emulate the bag. Just take a look at the meticulous work that was put into each bag made through its detailed design. The trimming and stitching is perfect in every way.

You are sure to fall in love with the style and new designs of the Coach Bleeker handbags. There is a bag out there for each individual style and personality. Look for yourself and join in on the joy of owning a Coach handbag.

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Designer Luxury Daily - FURLA Handbags

With the rising price of designer handbags, FURLA makes it possible to still own a high-quality Italian leather handbag without paying $1k or more. Plus Furla makes purses with the on-the-go woman in mind. Like this camel leather shoulder bag that features silver hardware, rolled handles and can be expanded into a tote bag for extra storage. Furla handbag measures about 15 x 8 x 5 inches. The double leather rolled and stitched handles measure about 24 inches each.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Valentino Hobo

Personally we think that luxury vintage and Valentino go hand-in-hand because VALENTINO is the epitome of luxury and one of fashion's oldest and most recognizable designer brands. It's easy to see how Valentino got it's stellar reputation by this lavender Valentino hobo made of ultra soft deerskin with silver hardware and contrast stitching. The interior is fully lined in dark purple satin for an extra dose of luxe. Valentino handbag measures 10 inches tall X 14 inches wide X 3.5 inches deep X 7 inch strap drop.

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Vintage Designer Handbags - Is it Vintage or Just Plain Used?

By Deanna Key

Vintage bags are new again. Just look around, they are everywhere. They were the talk of the fashion industry when many ‘A list’ celebrities were seen toting vintage handbags, gowns and accessories at this years Emmy Awards.

Buying vintage handbags is a great way to broaden your handbag collection. There are thousands to choose from and can sometimes be bought for pennies on the dollar. But when is a vintage handbag right for you, and what makes a bag vintage and not just used?

You will need to determine if the new handbag you are in the market for will be used frequently or are you more interested in the bag as a collectable. There is no harm in wanting to use a vintage handbag, how else are you and your impeccable sense of fashion going to be the topic at this years Christmas party, but it is important to buy a bag that will hold up to the challenge. So make sure you follow some simple guidelines when purchasing your new vintage handbag.

Only buy from a reputable dealer. Many of your questions can be answered and your worries set to ease when you know the dealer has done their homework and has a reputation of being honest and fair.

Obviously, anything that you use often must be made to last. Do not buy a handbag that is worn or stained more then a little. Some ’wear and tear’ can add mystique, but too much damage only looks used. Handbags can be restored and repaired, but it is highly unlikely you would want to go to all the trouble of having a handbag repaired, only to use it on a daily basis. Also, although most people would not be able to tell the bag had been repaired, repairing a bag greatly decreases it open market value.

Understand what you are paying for. Vintage handbags are given value not only for their popularity of past and current times, but also for workmanship. This can include things such as the clasping mechanism. Your biggest concern might be that the handbag close properly, but you could pay top price because the bag you are eyeing happens to have the first magnetic closure ever used on a designer bag. If you happen to find these types of things interesting then this is the bag for you. But if you are more interested in the appearance of a handbag, you might not want to pay this much for a piece of ingenuity and history.

Prices for vintage designer handbags can range from less then a hundred to several thousand. The price depends on condition, uniqueness, design, rarity, condition, adornments (beading), the material from which the bag is made and age.

When shopping online for vintage designer handbags, try using different search words: purse, handbags, vintage purses, vintage designer handbags, clutch purses, lunch box purses, cigar box purses and so on. Also look for an online boutique that offers great detail on the items they sell. A good description of the bag, estimated age and a full list of any flaws should be provided. It is essential that the retailer offer a money back guarantee.

A vintage handbag is right for you if you want genuine GUCCI or Hermes leather bag at a great price and couldn’t afford one new. Nobody has to know that it is vintage, but everyone will be wondering where you got it.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Marc Jacobs Satchel

This is much cooler than any lunch box I ever had but most everything that MARC JACOBS does in the handbag department is cool. This Marc Jacobs designer handbags lunch box satchel bag comes in a variety of colors and is made of patent leather and has plaid fabric lined interior. Handbag measures 10 inches wide X 6.5 inches tall X 4 inches deep X 19 inches strap drop.

Click here to shop this authentic MARC JACOBS handbag at 24% off. Plus for a limited time take an extra 25% off your purchase with coupon code 25EFH08.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Christian Dior Evening Bag

We wish we could carry an evening bag every day. It's easy to see why we love evening bags so much with this CHRISTIAN DIOR black satin evening bag with silver trim, a chain inlaid with Swarovski crystals and a "D" clasp with a pearl inlay. This bag is absolutely stunning and truly a couture masterpiece, we only wish we could take it with us everywhere. Plus the chain strap is detachable so it's really two handbags in one! Handbag measures approximately 10 inch length by 5.5 inch tall with a 2 inch depth. The detachable silver chain strap is about 55 inches long with a 26 inch drop.

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Chanel Handbags

by designerhandbags101

Coco Chanel wasn't just a fashion designer - she was the very first fashion icon. The French born designer's famous jersey-and-tweed suits closed the gap between male and female clothing and created a fashion that offered women both comfort and haute couture style. In a time when inequality ran rampant, Chanel took the reigns of feminism by the designer skirt hem by doing away with rigid corsets and cinched waists, in favor of pants and suit jackets for women - emerging as a pioneer for women's fashion and women's rights.

Born in 1883, Chanel was raised in a French orphanage. In 1912, she was backed by a wealthy aristocrat, Arthur Capel, who funded her first hat shop. Even during the Great Depression of the 1920's, Chanel's designs grew - thanks to word of mouth. Even though this was a time of tightened purse strings many people still found they could afford a $700 Chanel designer suit, from one of her Paris or Biarritz boutiques. After inventing Chanel No. 5 perfume, Chanel's name was on everyone's lips, so much so that director Samuel Goldwin commissioned her to dress the stars of his films, including Katherine Hepburn, Grace Kelly and Elizabeth Taylor.

In 1940, Chanel was forced to close her boutiques and turned to nursing during WWI. When she got romantically involved with a Nazi officer and fled to Switzerland, Chanel was exiled for fifteen years from her beloved Paris, only to return to fashion in the 1950s, when she caught the appreciative gaze of American Hollywood.

Coco Chanel died in 1971, leaving her moniker in the hands of Karl Lagerfeld, who still uses the Chanel name and traditional style philosophy.

Chanel Fur & Leather Bag with Chain Strap - made of soft, plush, genuine fur, this bag features a single chain strap wrapped around leather. Its interior is completely lined in leather and it features the trademark "CC" turn lock, secure clasp. Available in soft burgundy fur from $780 to $1,500 online.

Chanel 10120 - is made from 100% authentic quilted lamb leather. This shoulder-style bag has the gold signature "CC" monogram turn lock hardware and burgundy leather lined interior. All Chanel bags come with authenticity paperwork for between $1000 and $1,600 online.

Designer Luxury Daily - Gucci Handbags

Gucci won our hearts long ago but what we're craving right now is vintage Gucci handbags. Although this satin twill Gucci tote isn't exactly a vintage handbag, it pays homage to all of the Gucci handbag styles through the years that helped make this famed Italian label a fashion icon. Designs include horse-bit chain handbags, logo Jackie-O bags, boots, caps and various Gucci logos. Gucci tote bag measures approximately 15 inch length by 12 inch tall with a 5 inch depth. Leather straps measure about 22 inches with a 7.5 inch drop.

Click here to shop this authentic Gucci handbag at 27% off retail. Plus for a limited time take an extra 25% off your purchase with coupon code 25EFH08.

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Designer Luxury Daily - Emilio Pucci Hat

Although you may not have not been a big fan of the fedora trend that was sported by young Hollywood starlets in 2007, it's hard to deny that this Emilio Pucci hat isn't a show stopper. This hat reminds us of a time when fedoras and trench coats created fashion icons and we are thinking about bringing back the look.

Click here to shop for this authentic Emilio Pucci hat at 50% off. Plus click here to shop the matching Emilio Pucci scarf at 25% off.

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What’s old, is new! What's on Sale!

by NIMISHA TIWARI ,TNN
THE TIMES OF INDIA

The world of fashion is constantly changing, more and more designers and stylists are looking to the past for inspiration; what’s old is new, and nowadays fashion is shaped by all the cultural influences from around the globe.

The past continues to be the inspiration for the future but more than ever, designers are concerned about where fashion and beauty trends originate. The styles and trends we will see in 2008 will inevitably reflect modern interpretations of past designs, while also keeping an eye on emerging global trends in beauty and culture.

What’s IN

Feminine dressing, thin belts, head scarves, pencil skirts that are knee length or longer, sequins, metallics, silk jersey and chiffon, hats, clutches, dressing up, colours — orange, rose, lavender, green and silver, the new neutral. Remember, comfort factor should be foremost.

What’s OUT

Wicker and raffia shoes, ultra short skirts and shorts, peasant skirts, jersey knits, baby doll dresses, lots of black and/or other dark colours, loud geometric prints. The takeaway would be a focus on fit and quality — less on brand. Go cheap on accessories like the skinny belt and metallic purses.

Experts’ forecast

Stylist Asha Hariharan says this year is going to be a clear celebration of Bohemian lifestyle. The beach blonde and copper blonde look will be back. Hair doesn’t need to be poker straight, in fact a vintage, luminous look is in.

Solo shades and shine lines are going to be in. With the winter going into autumn, the black accentuated look is back. People are going to revel in the effortless luxury in hair, couture and living spaces. The key word would be luxury in summer time. A taste for cigars, aged old whiskey in hues of vintage gold and ochre, rich boudoir, burgundy on endless silk drapes will rock the 2008 look.

Accessories designer Nina Lekhi, who recently won an award for not using leather, feels individuals would opt for utilitarian accessories in 2008. Men would go for bags with slings, mobile phone pouches and comfortable shoes. “There will be a conscientious drift from using real leather to moving away from practices which harm animals and the environment” she adds.

Stylist and designer Rocky S says, “My forecast for 2008 is that the silhouettes will be a mix of restricted and relaxed mood. The tent will continue with natural and high waist accents, bottoms are either narrow or completely flared. Colours will be neutral, fresh pastels with vivid trims running into rich deep shades. Long, flowy dresses will be in vogue, voluminous skirts and bit of power dressing for women. As for men, it will be the tapered slim fit in both top and bottom wear for semis and formals and more of lounge wear.

Designer Manish Malhotra plays it articulate. He says, “Palazzo trousers, skinny pants and jeans for men and women are cool. Knee-length dresses of fitted but quenched at the waist with a belt is a great look to watch out for.”

Blog Editor Note: From January 1 - 11, 2008, take an extra 25% off almost every item at the website located at eFashionHouse.com using coupon code 25EFH08.

Designer Luxury Daily - Costume National Purses

Known for contemporary handbag styles, this COSTUME NATIONAL stands out from the crowd with a funky strap and equally creative handbag shape. C'N'C' COSTUME NATIONAL designer handbag dusty pink suede shoulder bag. Silver hardware. Braid detailing. Fully lined. Measures about 21.5 Inches Length of strap. Bag is about Width 10.1 Inches Depth 3.1 Inches Height 5.1 Inches. Textured leather. External pocket with a zipper. Comes complete with sleeper bag. Guaranteed authentic. SKU: B06CN02X78

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eFashionHouse.com 2008 New Year Event: Designer Handbag Liquidation Prices

Dedicated to offering authentic designer handbags and accessories at below retail prices, eFashionHouse.com announced today a New Year's Celebration with final markdowns throughout the website for handbag lovers around the globe.

Sky Valley, CA (PRWEB) January 1, 2008. eFashionHouse.com named Best of the Web by People StyleWatch for below retail priced designer handbags and recognized by About.com as the top of three online retailers of off-priced Chanel announced today a year-end clearance with lowered prices throughout the site and an extra 25% off savings on its designer handbags and accessories.

There's nothing fake about this New Year Celebration, and there's nothing fake about the designer fashion accessories sold by eFashionHouse. eFashionHouse made a conscious decision to lower all their prices site wide to celebrate the new year, and to give fashionistas world wide a head's up about the increased prices to expect in 2008 for the same branded products.

In 2005, the average price of a high-end designer purse was about $2000. In 2007, the average price hit about $3000. In 2008, expect prices throughout all major Department Stores and ecommerce sites to increase again. "Some Designers have already increased their new collections as high as 20% per item," said Anna Miller, eFashionHouse Owner. "We don't expect this trend to change or fade in the near future."

Unlike other ecommerce sites, eFashionHouse has systems in place for global shipping. Online since the mid-90's, eFashionHouse has offered its shoppers deep discounts on names like Gucci, Fendi, Hermes, Chanel, Prada, Etro, Marc Jacobs, Tods, Burberry, Tano, Furla, Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana, Pietro Alessandro, and many more high-end designer brands. eFashionHouse.com is the home of five fashion stores with an variety of items at all price points. The site was recently recognized by About.com for being the top of three online retailers with below-retail Chanel merchandise -- both, new and vintage. The eFashionHouse.com New Year Celebration requires a coupon discount code to be used at checkout, the code is 25EFH08. The code is valid January 2, 2008 and expires January 11, at which time all items will return to their everyday prices of 25% - 60% off retail.

About eFashionHouse.com
Anna Miller is the President of i-GlobalMall.com, Inc. She operates the website http://www.efashionhouse.com and sells high-end authentic designer handbags and accessories at off-retail prices. EFashionHouse.com was named Best of the Web by People Magazine StyleWatch for Discount Designer Handbags and Purses. eFashionHouse.com should not be confused with any other website selling a similar product or using a similar name. EfashionHouse.com is the home of five fashion ecommerce stores: BrandsBoutique, LuxuryVintage, DesignersLA, ItalysOutlet, and ValueBags. Anna is considered an Internet Pioneer & Ecommerce Entrepreneur. She’s been reselling Designer Merchandise online since the early 90s. eFashionHouse.com has an extensive Press Page and a Fashion Blog Network. Visit the site for more details.

Designer Luxury Daily - Paul Smith Messenger Bag

As a leader of the pack in men's designer clothes and accessories, PAUL SMITH does it again with this soccer bag motif messenger bag. Sure to be loved by your guy and his friends and actually a fashion accessory that you can both agree on. PAUL SMITH designer handbags soccer ball motif messenger bag. Main color of bag is black with a black webbed shoulder strap. Paul Smith bag measures approximately 17 W x 12 H with a 5.5 inch depth. The back of the bag has a full zippered lined pocket. The hardware is brass. The bag is trimmed in black leather. Guaranteed authentic. SKU: B07PS08A68SCCR

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