Devi Kroell unveils Dax Gabler

Whatever happened to Devi Kroell? You may have heard that the CFDA Swarovski Perry Ellis Award recipient left her namesake company (Devi Kroell Inc.) in May of 2010. While this may be true, the designer has not given up her love for the fashion world. In fact, she will be returning to the New York fashion scene for Fall 2011 with her brand new line called Dax Gabler!Kroell named her new line after her grandmother’s maiden name, which is of Tyrolean heritage. Kroell says she drew inspiration for the collection from the Austrian/German art movement known as “New Objectivity”. Of particular interest to her was a lesser known artist from the movement named Alfons Walde. He was a Tyrolean painter who specialized in snow capped mountains and Tyrolean daily life.The new collection features a subdued color palette of grays, browns, and blacks which is traditional of Tyrolean costumes. Many of the designs also feature century old necessities for the hunters and gatherers of the region. The dangling straps with the loops at the ends, for example, are like those used by hunters or gatherers to tie their catch to. Although today’s bagista would probably not use this feature for such a thing, they do add a very interesting element to the bags nonetheless!Prices for the new Dax Gabler collection range from $250 to $890. Not only does the collection feature handbags, like the lovely ones pictured here, but shoes and clothing as well!#gallery-2 {margin: auto;}#gallery-2 .gallery-item {float: left;margin-top: 10px;text-align: center;width: 33%;}#gallery-2 img {border: 2px solid #cfcfcf;}#gallery-2 .gallery-caption {margin-left: 0;}

Emmy Rossum Style: Gerard Darel Sweet Bag

Glitter can be very annoying. It’s like beach sand because once it’s on our skin it doesn’t want to seem to get off! I’m personally not a glitter fan but when it’s featured on something fashion wise that I consider fabulous, I can deal with it.As I write frequently, I love clutches. I don’t even own that many of them but I love them. I use to be a huge fan of large handbags but I love the simplicity of a clutch. They’re so easy to deal with and they fit only the essentials you truly need to carry around. When I carry big handbags I tend to put the whole top of my dresser in them. However, in a clutch I can only put money, cards, lipstick and my phone.I’m currently drooling over the Anya Hindmarch “Valorie” Clutch in Old Pink. Even though my wardrobe is only black and white, all my fun accessories in my room are pink. My favorite color is pink and I love it! When I spotted this clutch I squealed in excitement! It’s so girlie, fun and would look amazing at night.The glitter is probably very annoying and I’m sure it gets all over you but when a clutch is this cute it’s OK. I would totally sport this clutch only at night because I think the glitter would shine better at night. Besides, isn’t there a fashion rule to not wear or carry around anything that features glitter or sequins?I do not own anything wardrobe wise, pink and I never will. I’m convinced bright colors don’t look good on me, but I think this clutch would stand out beautifully with a black dress. Black is always lovely to wear in the evening but sometimes it’s fun to have some colorful accessories that stand out. The “Valorie” would definitely stick out with all that glitter on it! It’s such a cute girlie bag and instantly brings me back to childhood. Love it!You can purchase the Anya Hindmarch “Valorie” Clutch for $395.Available at these Anya Hindmarch Boutiques: Bloomingdales Net-a-Porter Saks Fifth Avenue

Emmy Rossum tweeted this picture over the weekend of her and her Shameless co-stars at Six Flags. The petite cross-body bag in the picture is called the “Sweet Bag” by Gerard Darel.I love this style. It’s the perfect size for just the necessities so you’re not lugging around a big ol’ bag when you want your hands free..

Burberry Grainy Bag

I’ve never been a huge fan of Burberry. Plaid is definitely not one of my favorite fashion statements. I don’t wear plaid nor do I own any accessory that’s plaid. What’s weird is that I’m half English, and I don’t even like plaid. If you know fashion, you know Brits love their plaid. My family does, I on the other hand despise it.However, when it comes to classic, iconic, beautiful handbags Burberry is up there with the best. The company always makes handbags that are so sophisticated looking and would look with any outfit you put effort into. By that I mean, when you dress up of course.I fell in love with the “Leather Medium” Tote. It doesn’t have much going on with it, but yet it’s so classic looking that you can’t help but say it’s a really beautiful bag.What caught my eye was the chain link accent. Usually you see a chain link accent on a lot of Juicy Couture bags but not too many higher end designer brands and if you do it’s sometimes a shoulder strap.If I owned this bag, I could see myself using it all year long. I wouldn’t wear it with just any casual outfit though. As I stated above, this bag definitely has that dressy look to it so I would probably only take it out when I was going somewhere nice or to a special outing. All in all, it’s a gorgeous bag!You can purchase the Burberry “Leather Medium” Tote at Bloomingdales on sale for $836 (reg $1195)

Net-A-Porter: Coach Classics Collection

While browsing the Net-A-Porter website the other day, I was shocked to see Coach handbags sitting on their virtual shelves. But they have been stocking Reed Krakoff handbags for some time now, so perhaps this was the next logical step. The Coach styles you will find at Net-A-Porter are not your everyday signature pieces. Quite the contrary! These styles are from the Classics Collection, a group of retro styles reintroduced from Coach’s archives. Soft and buttery leather, brass hardware, and simple turnlock closures are the hallmark features of these pieces. They may not be vintage, but you will definitely be tempted to put on some bell bottoms while carrying one! Even more interesting is that these handbags seem to be unique (at least online-wise) to Net-A-Porter. I checked the official Coach website and none of these styles appear under the Coach Originals section. Below you will find some pieces from the collection that really grabbed my attention. Check them out!Small Shoulder Bag – $300Small, but very cute! This bag can be worn across the body or carried in hand as a clutch (simply remove the shoulder strap).Leather Field Bag – $500Perfect for work or play! The leather messenger is a very hot look right now!Madison Small Satchel – $360Sweet and sophisticated, this piece is compact and ready to go! Great for the girl on the go!Discover the Coach Classics Collection at Net-A-Porter!

Emilio Pucci Media Bag

Emilio Pucci began his iconic line in 1947 when a photo of a snowsuit he had designed for a friend ended up on the pages of Harper’s Bazaar. Today, we associate bold psychadelic prints and more recently sleek shapes with geometric cutouts that grace the most beautiful bodies in the world.Making a statement comes naturally to the brand and I see a major one with the Media Flap Bag. What could have become an ultra-conservative bag is transformed with exquisite detailing. A bold chain strap with leather shoulder pad, silver grommets and rings give this bag sophisticated edge. It’s not grunge rock, but elegance meets edge.A roomy enough bag at 10″ x 7 3/4″ x 3″ with a 13 1/2″ strap drop and 25″ crossbody strap drop. This Italian made bag boast an inside zip pocket, cellphone and open pocket with a jaquard lining.I once flirted with multiple piercing when I had a second earring added to my left lobe in high school. It has long since been abandoned. The desire to add more never came back. In fact, I believe less is more. However the perfectly aligned silver rings that pierce each side of this elegant flap bag are incredibly appealing and make me say yes to having perfectly placed piercings! Available at the Nordstrom Pucci Boutique for $1495.00#gallery-2 {margin: auto;}#gallery-2 .gallery-item {float: left;margin-top: 10px;text-align: center;width: 33%;}#gallery-2 img {border: 2px solid #cfcfcf;}#gallery-2 .gallery-caption {margin-left: 0;}

Rebecca Minkoff “I Heart Boys, Shoes & Bags

Rebecca Minkoff is one of my all time favorite designers and it’s mainly because her handbags and accessories are classic, timeless but also eye catching. What I love the most about Ms. Minkoff’s brand, is that any of her pieces can be carried/used all year long. She may come out with different colors for each of the seasons but overall anything from her brand is usable all year long, which makes it all good investment pieces. I mean, whats the point of purchasing an accessory or handbag that you can only use a few times during the year? The economy is bad, we’re in a recession and I know when I’m purchasing anything fashion related if I can’t use it all year long I don’t buy it. Thankfully, I see Rebecca Minkoff as “year proof”. I know for certain anything I buy of hers will be used pretty much every month out of the year.I absolutely adore Rebecca Minkoff‘s pouches so it’s no surprise that I fell in love with the “I Heart Boys, Shoes & Bags” Cory pouch. For me, the statement says it all and I’m sure any fashionista can agree. There isn’t a day that goes by that I’m not crushing on a celebrity, wanting a new bag or pair of shoes. The pouch can be used as a money safe to save for stylish accessories or be tossed in a purse and used to carry various items.What caught my eye the most about the pouch was the color. Before I even read the description I said to myself, “That’s a gorgeous blood red type of color.” To my surprise, Ms. Minkoff herself named it blood red! Deep red always looks gorgeous on pretty much anything and does this pouch good! I’m a fan and definitely want one!You can purchase the Rebecca Minkoff “I Heart Boys, Shoes & Bags” Cory Pouch at Shop Bop for $55. Great price!

Diane von Furstenberg Kaitlin

Do young women crochet anymore? We primarily associate it with doily making, scarves, mittens and the overly challenging idea of making a sweater. There is even the odd star-spangled handbag that appears on the arm of one’s grandmother. But, on a fashionable chic woman who emulates boho … perhaps. How about a urban professional or soccer mom with style? Absolutely! With the Diane Von Furstenberg Kaitlyn Woven Shoulder Bag, crochet is hip and fashion forward.Beautifully crocheted leather provides a striking textural element accented with gold tone hardware. It’s all you need to make a fashion statement. Beautiful, soft supple leather, intricately woven will fit comfortably to the body.Available in striking black, Desert Rust or Goldenrod, this bag comes in a color to fit your style. I’d go for black to spice up a professional wardrobe or complete a rocker chic look. choose one of the on trend colors to mix with boho, denim and even styles with a military edge. A top handle or detachable shoulder strap will even compliment your style. Go for the 11″ drop top handle if you’re in a more ladylike mode and a shoulder strap for total a more casual vibe.This bag is quite roomy measuring 15″ x 1″ x 2″. And with a price tag of $795 at ShopBop it’s sure to fit your budget!

Holiday Red Bags

We are about the approach the season of sparkle and holiday reds! Whether you can efficiently pull of shades of crimson or if you’re a simple admirer of the trend, designers and artists are giving us their best bags in the hottest reds for the season.Burberry presents one of its best with the Burberry Leather Mini Bag. Its bowling bag shape is lined in one of the riches naturally grained leathers from the collection. The fire hydrant red along with gold-toned hardware makes this satchel the perfect holiday essential.If you want to get more into the holiday spirit, try the Maryanne Chained Tote by Kate Spade. The quilted scarlet leather along with silver-chained straps makes this roomy tote a vibrant choice for the winter season.If you feel bright reds are too flashy for your style and you prefer something a bit more muted, Tory Burch carries a nice Small East-West Tote in fun raspberry shade. Shiny pink undertones in a patent leather finish contribute to the stylish trend without exposing you out of your hue comfort zone.My holiday red pick is hands down the Cabas Muse Two Shopping Bag by Yves Saint Laurent. I’ve always been a fan of the Muse Two, and it’s sister shopper is just as attractive. It has such a lovely silhouette, an attractive color and a sophisticated design that can be easily adapted by women of all ages. The shopper arrives with buttery soft and smooth bull-calf leather and with just the right amount of gold-toned hardware so that it doesn’t take away much beauty from this piece.

Alexis Hudson Oprah Giveaway PLUS 50% off to the first 10 people

Welcome back, I hope you all had a great Veterans Day weekend break. I’m sure most of you are sitting there on your computer or iPad, just thrilled to be back into your weekly routine (-said with a hint of sarcasm). So if you’re sitting there slumped in your chair counting down the minutes until your next break, we have some news that will for sure brighten your mood this Monday afternoon – happening now: The Alexis Hudson Oprah Giveaway, PLUS 50% off to the first 10 people to use the promotion code ‘Bagbliss’ on the Alexis Hudson Website to purchase the Oprah.For this latest giveaway we’re teaming up with the amazing Alexis Hudson! One very lucky lady is going to find herself with an early holiday gift, the Oprah Satchel in Chai (retail $595).The bag is truly amazing. I’m in love with the satchel design, it’s the perfect size, shade and color for an everyday’er. The bag comes dressed in a gorgeous light brown sumptuous leather and accented with gold hardware and braided detailing. It’s so fab! Whoever wins this purse is going to love it.The news doesn’t end there, Alexis Hudson is also generously giving away 50% off to the first 10 people to use the ‘Bagbliss’ promotion code to purchase this bag. So after you’re done signing up hurry and take advantage of that code!How to Enter to Win the Alexis Hudson FaceBook: Visit and ‘Like’ Alexis Hudson’s FaceBook page and post why the Oprah is your dream bag.Remember to like us too!ORTwitter: Follow Alexis Hudson + BagBliss then post this message “Enter now for your chance to win the @alexishudson Oprah Giveaway on

ShopBop end of the season SALE!

It’s that time of the season when all of our favorite boutiques slash prices to make room for the new season. And hey, I’m not complaining one bit, and you wont either once you see all the gorgeous bags, shoes, clothing and accessories in the sale section. Gotta love those deals!Here are a few of my favorites from the sale:EDIT: This just in, save an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF 3 DAYS ONLY! Use the code EXTRA20Jerome Dreyfuss Billy in leopard$1,892.00 > $1,324.40 (30% off)Because I love just about anything and everything that’s leopard print. RAWR!Alexander Wang Rocco Mini Duffel in black HaircalfI have this bag in the dark chocolatey brown and love it to death. This bag is fabulous because, it not only features Alexander Wang’s signature gorgeous leather, but the body is made of soft cowhide.$1,025.00 > $717.50 (30% off)Michael Kors Hutton$995.00 > $696.50 (30% off)I am obsessed with this little fur ball! Can you imagine walking down the street during a cold winter’s day and having this cozy little piece at your side. So beautiful. The bag is made of dyed fox fur (from Finland). ShopBop has two colors on sale: classic Black and Suntan.Rebecca Minkoff Printed Morning After Bag$195.00 > $136.50 (30% off)A Morning After Bag for only $140! That’s just crazy! What’s with the deal you ask? Well because this is just a plain tote with a faux trompe l’oeil exterior (a painting style that gives an illusion of reality). It’s a pretty addition to any Minkette’s Morning After collection.Diane von Furstenberg Laragh Tote in blue and white stripes$185.00 > $92.50 (50% off)Hard to imagine carrying this bag around during this cold winter season, but hey summer is going to be here in no time. Also, how many of us are planning on going on a couple getaways? Love it!By Malene Birger Fickly in ostrich feathers$445.00 > $311.50 (30% off)This is such a glamorous shoulder bag. The bag is made of flowey ostrich feathers and topped off with a contrasting black bow, giving it the ultimate feminine chic look!Botkier Trigger Moto Clutch in electric purple$295.00 > $206.50 (30% off)The Trigger collection is one of my favorites of all time!Tory Burch Carlin Messenger Bag in sand with black leather$550.00 > $385.00 (30% off)I love this bag. It’s stylishly classic and spacious enough to carry all that you need for the day.This just in: ADDITIONAL 20% OFF 3 DAYS ONLY! Use the code EXTRA20 Offer ends Thursday, December 15, at 11:59pm PT. Code is valid on items marked 50% and 70% off only.

We LOVE Hautelook

Shopping online is one of my favorite things to do, so my list of online boutiques is pretty vast. However, there is one website that stands out from the rest. At least in my book, anyway! It isn’t an online boutique, but a sample sale website. I’m talking about Hautelook, of course!Some may wonder why I would choose a sample sale website as my favorite online boutique of 2011. I know some people get frustrated with sample sale websites for short shipping items or having a limited selection. With Hautelook, I have never had these problems. They always have the cutest contemporary clothes, with plenty of items to choose from that are available in my size. They also have tons of casual jewelry, which I can never seem to get enough of! I practically die when they feature Alex and Ani! And the handbags, oh the handbags! They have featured many times pieces from my favorite handbag designers including Rebecca Minkoff, Treesje, and Foley + Corinna. Hautelook doesn’t usually have a lot of high-end luxury items, but that’s okay with me. When shopping for the deals, I much more prefer looking for mid-level items at extremely affordable prices. Hautelook’s Blowout sales just can’t be beat! I have bagged so many adorable pieces during those and I’ve never had to worry about breaking the bank!Be quick now! You don’t want those great deals to get away from you!Discover Hautelook!

3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Bag

Unique silhouettes and sharp leather edges is my impression of 3.1 Phillip Lim. The House presents extremely structured and refined accessories that may come off as undesirable to the classic-style Bagista. If you seek to get out of the comfort zone made up of roomy totes and elastic leather satchels, discover the framed and chic presentations of Philip Lim, such as the beautiful Pashli Satchel.It appears to be overweight and hardly flexible, but it sure is vibrant and beautiful! I was initially drawn to the energetic shade of violet, which is either misguidedly named “Navy” or is falsely portrayed in its stock photo. Regardless, its appearance is lovely and will brighten up any mood or spectrum of your wardrobe. Give this satchel a walk around and you will see how functional this bag is with its distinctive compartments. Vertical zip pockets and a squared push lock closure are some neat Lim characteristics. In case you haven’t played around with this handbag yet, the vertical zip closures double as handbag extender. Simply pull the zipper downward and you’ll expand the satchels width, allowing extra carrying capacities. There are neat features throughout, but my only complaint is that they could have added more arm length to the double top handles, or at least a detachable body strap.Shop 3.1 Phillip Lim through: Saks Fifth Avenue

Celebrities Pick the Coach Kristin Woven Satchel

celebrities pictured above: Eva Longoria & Rebecca RomijinFor the past couple of weeks I have found myself obsessing at the All-American brand of Coach, simply check out their new products and leather goods if you haven’t done so already.It’s quite visible that Coach did some serious renovations at their design headquarters. They aimed for sophistication, lively and chic, in which they definitely accomplished. The one of many bags that I have been eyeing for my collection is the Kristin Woven Leather Round Satchel, an editor favorite.It has all the features you would find on a high-end designer piece for a fraction of the price. I’m obsessing over the elegant woven leather panels that run throughout the satchel. The smooth and nice touch of sophistication presents a classic and refreshing choice that is office, shopping, and dress-attire appropriate.Handbags like these give us mature bagista’s hope that the brand is embracing our age group as well, not just the logo loving teenage crowds, which the Poppy collection was clearly aiming at. Neutrals, clean hardware, luscious leathers and comfortable carrying means are always a winner in my book. Black, Silver and Mushroom are the three color choices available for this satchel. Make this Coach your year-round satchel for $498 through: Handbags at Dillards!

Anya Hindmarch Girlie Stuff Cosmetic Bag

While looking at the latest assortment of Anya Hindmarch cosmetic bags, the first one that caught my eye was the Girlie Stuff Pouch. What drew me in is that lovely bright turquoise shade – it’s like a tropical punch of color!I just love bright small accessories! Even if you live in a colder climate zone it could be used year-round with no cut-off point – like the rule of not wearing carrying white after labor day. Of course if you live in some tropical climate you can get away with carrying a white or bright colored bag. Everyone is different too. When it comes to purses, personally I prefer my brights and whites during the summer and my neutrals and darks during the winter. Only exception being, accessories!The Anya Hindmarch Girlie Stuff Pouch measures in at 3.5″ height x 6″ length x 2.5″ depth and is made completely inside and out of easy-to-clean nylon. Available in turquoise or red and retails for $135. A bit on the pricey side for a cosmetic pouch, but it’s Anya Hindmarch. It’s going to last years.Carry all your girlie stuff in style with Anya Hindmarch’s latest beauty cosmetic bag.Find the Anya Hindmarch Girlie at ShopBop!

Gift Ideas on Sale

 Meli Melo’s limited edition bag is creating quite a stir in London.  It is a pink metallic tote lined with printed phone numbers for important hot spots around town, like spas, restaurants, salons and even the dry cleaner.  We love this idea!  Wouldn’t it be great if you could customized it with your own set of must have numbers?  But they are coming out with Paris, New York and Milan editions soon.  Margherita Missoni, Anna Wintour, Sienna Miller, and Elizabeth Saltzman (editor of Vanity Fair) have all been seen using it, although I can’t totally picture Anna Wintour with this bag.  The concept is great but the bag itself is just a giant utilitarian tote and although we love pink and we love metallic, this combo just somehow seems a little much.  £450 (approximately $885 USD) by special order through Meli Melo.

Net A Porter’s sale on bags has a great selection for gift idea for yourself and your loved ones!  These are really great prices for those who want the best but can’t justify the prices.  Don’t compromise your taste, shop sales!Get the Alexander McQueen Leather Novak for only $735.  It is an iconic bag you will want for your collection.The Chloe Washed Tote is perfect for the everyday to kick around and at $996 you won’t feel bad carrying your shoes in them.For those who are looking for the one great bag to buy, this Bottega Veneta Umbria is a classic you can wear with everything.  It also makes a great gift for your mom, at 40% off for $1428 you can be the golden child without going into your 401K.We give Marc Jacobs a bad rap but we are ok if you get his stuff on sale (which you always can) and this Capra satchel is a nice bag for only $810.

Fendi Bag du Jour

Mel from Tokyo, a loyal Bag Snob reader since Day 1, alerted me to this Fendi bag last week.  At first I thought my near sightedness was back even though I had Lasik 8 years ago and have had 20/20 vision ever since.  I looked at it from all angles and zoomed in on every corner of the bag to make sure I was seeing correctly.  Sure enough, there is nothing wrong with my vision.  It really is a ghastly concoction of multi colored canvas, rope, lizard, patent leather, and Fendi plaque, all topped off with a giant gaudy yellow crown.  Why, Fendi, why do you continue assaulting us with these ridiculous and horrendous bags?  And naming it “Bag du Jour” is not going to entice anyone to buy it, cuz if being fashionable today means I have to be seen with this hideous bag, I don’t want to be of the moment.  I’d rather be so last season and use my Pierre Hardy besace bag, the “Bag du Hier”.  And the design isn’t the only appalling thing, the price is just as ridiculous.  It’s $1910 on sale for $1377 at eLuxury!

he Chloe Paddington

This is the HARDEST bag to get this year.   If you flip through the latest mags, only the hippest “it” girls have it.  The Blue Nuit is as hard to get as the secret ingredient in coca cola.  If you can’t get your hands on this must have color, you can settle for the chocolate (fab!), red (yummy!), camel (classic!), or electric cobalt blue (ick!). Net-A-Porter sold 376 bags in 36 hours and now has 700 names on their wait list.  The other option is to go for the Silverado bag worn by secondary “it” girls like Jessica Simpson (we are being generous here with Jessica’s status after that trashy pajamas outfit she wore to the VMA’s).Why do we love this bag?   The leather is super slouchy and soft but ultra durable and scratch resistant.   The medium size is functional for everyday and it’s perfect for a fun night of clubbing as well.  The pockets on both sides are great for sliding in your cell phone and keys.  The downside, it weighs in at a hefty three pounds!  The lock alone is half a pound but the Paddington is just not the same without it so us fashion slaves will just have to look fabulous toting it straight to our chiropractors office.