Archive for 2008

Chloe Saskia – A Girl’s Perfect Companion

Chloe Saskia - A Girl's Perfect Companion

Branded as “A Chloe Girls Perfect Companion”, the Saskia is a beautiful and versatile tote bag. It’s perfect as day-to-night bag, and perfect also for any season. It is both a hand and a shoulder bag. Now matching bags to outfits is no longer a hassle. The Saskia comes into versions, sheepskin and python skin. Sheepskin is washed to highlight its grain texture and sponged to get that irregular color effect. Then it is ironed to give it that gloss. Python skin is washed then delicately covered in…

Louis Vuitton Tahitienne Collection

Louis Vuitton Tahitienne Collection

Released between March and April 2008, in time for the hot season, the Tahietienne bag is Louis Vuitton’s offering to fashionable girls of summer. Inspired by the cover of a 1924 catalog, the Tahitienne comes in two sizes – PM (petit model) and GM (grand model) or small and large, and is available in four colors that are perfect for the the beach – Menthe/Green, Rose/Pink, Sable/Beige and Lilas/Lilac. Made of Tahitienne cotton canvas in monogram pattern, textile lining in matching monogram patte…

Chloe Designer Profile

Founded in Paris in 1952 by Egyptian-born Gaby Aghion, Chloé has always represented a freewheeling bohemian spirit.  At a time when haute-couture was the thing among the rich, Gaby felt that the masses who could not afford couture should not be condemned to wear ugly dresses created by their local dress-maker. She created high-quality, body-conscious, off-the-rack pieces. She debuted her collection at the Cafe Florence – favorite hangout famous for being the meeting-place of existentialists and …

Louis Vuitton Designer Profile

Louis Vuitton Designer Profile

What is about a Louis that makes people feel that they are a part of an elite group of people? Maybe it’s the sky-high prices. Because it’s expensive, only the rich can buy it. Maybe it’s because of celebrities. One is always seen on the arms of Hollywood A-lists. Maybe it’s because it’s a classic. Owning a Monogram canvass bag makes one feel that you have a bag for the ages. Maybe it’s the craftsmanship. Beautiful designed leather goods that are works of art in themselves. But most likely, it’s…

Prada Designer Profile

Prada Designer Profile

Prada Handbags never fails to tickle the world’s fashion fancy throughout the years. This signature brand has graced several actresses such as Cameron Diaz and Uma Thurman. Each glamorous bags are a must have as the brand alone signifies luxury, elegance and style. The labelThe label initiated in 1913 by Mario Prada The company was formerly known in Italy as Fratelli Prada or Prada Brothers that sells leather goods likes trunks, shoes, handbags and suitcases. Mario’s granddaughter Miuccia Prada …

Balenciaga Designer Profile

“The Master,” Cristobal Balenciaga is one of the most renowned fashion designer. His creation melted the hearts of royalties and socialites such as the Queen of Spain, the Queen of Belgium, Princess Grace of Monaco, the Duchess of Windsor to Gloria Guinness and Pauline de Rothschild making them all his loyal patron. Courreges, Givenchy, Ungaro and other famous designers had been trained by Balenciaga and they all are proud in regarding him as their mentor.The designerBalenciaga was born on the 2…

Jimmy Choo Tani Shoulder Bag

Jimmy Choo Tani Shoulder Bag

Jimmy Choo’s Tulita line has had a huge following among handbag fanatics and fashionistas alike, with different models being introduced every season. This year, the coveted Malaysian-born designer adds another version of his popular handbag collection.The Tani may not have the buckles that other Tulita models have, but it still has the endearing gold-tone chain strap and soft nappa leather. This shoulder bag also has a top zip closure, suede lining (a major plus for moi), an engraved designer p…

Emilio Pucci Sundial Canvas Beach Bag

Emilio Pucci Sundial Canvas Beach Bag

Summer is nearing and you’re still stuck in a rut with your oh-so-two-years-ago beach bags, but finding a fabulous and trendy bag is not really that hard. For one, designer Emilio Pucci presents this brightly-colored canvas bag that is also aimed at raising funds for a worthy cause.The Sundial print cotton canvas beach bag comes in two straps, as well as a press stud closure at the top, a separate compartment at the front with a magnetic closure, and a zipped compartment on the inside. All the …

Pink Hotel Handmade Handbag by Timmy Woods

Pink Hotel Handmade Handbag by Timmy Woods

Looking out for unique handmade handbags can’t be more exciting at some of what Timmy Woods has for you to choose from. Known for handmade handbags that are art works in themselves, Timmy Woods has recently become a popular choice among celebrities today for bringing in a unique look at what handbags are supposed to be. With a choice such as Timmy Woods’ Pink Hotel handmade handbag, you are not only having a handbag per se. With a Pink Hotel handbag, what you have is a pretty fashionable convers…

Eco-Friendly Handmade Handbags

Eco-Friendly Handmade Handbags

If you wish to be fashionable as well as helping the environment, you may want to check out handmade bags made out of recycled juice wrappers. Now, you might think that, “Handbags out of juice wrappers? How unfashionable.” Well, you might not have seen the work that comes into these handmade handbags. Our environment is not getting any better and the various wastes and garbage that humans create do not help. Every bit of recycling is more than welcome just to make this world a bit better. It jus…