Are there affordable “it” bags?

Affordable “it” bags are here! Many chic fashionistas are choosing to carry anonymous or incognito brand bags. They favor bags with recognizable beautiful shapes instead of bold logos. One reason is that there are more choices from brands that value quality and design at lower costs. Another reason affordable “it” bags are very popular might…

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What can you wear with a bucket bag?

A bucket bag looks great with casual clothes for informal events however small or mini bucket-shaped bags can work in the evening for dress-up events. A bucket bag gets its name from its shape which is similar to a bucket. Bucket bags are taller in height than width and have a round bottom and long…

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What color crossover bag would be good for spring/summer? 

What color crossover bag would be good for spring/summer? I am leaning toward the coral/watermelon colors or a stripe that will go with tans, blacks, blues. A cross over/cross body bag should be durable and a color that is practical. A color that you can wear with the majority of your clothes. Coral/watermelon or a…

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What is the most coveted handbag?

Probably the most coveted handbag in the world is the Birkin Bag by Hermès. It was designed in 1984 for the British film actress, Jane Birkin. The Birkin bag is a wedge-shaped, flat-bottomed bag made by a single craftsman, who spends 18 to 25 hours making it. The Hermès Birkin bag is larger and considered less-formal…

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Biggest Bag Trend in 2020

The biggest bag trend in 2020 is the pillow bag whether quilted, tufted, or puffed-up. Pillow bags are soft like pillows. They come in a variety of styles clutch, crossbody, and shoulder. You can find them in a variety of materials, leather, faux leather, calf’s skin, shearling, faux fur, silk, and polyester. Style a pillow…

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What style handbags are appropriate for mature women?

When you purchase handbags, the size is critical. The bag should be in sync with the proportion of your body. Mature women can wear any style of handbag if it is in proportion to their size and goes with the clothes they are wearing. It is more fashionable for all women to carry smaller bags…

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Should I carry a red or black clutch bag?

Should I carry a red or black clutch bag? I plan to wear my fit & flair dress that has solid black top with polka dot skirt with a fitted red waist band. I have red heels that match the waist band. The high heels have a bow of velvet & are a patent leather…

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Is there a perfect summer handbag?

Is there a perfect summer handbag? I am planning to go shopping for a new bag. A perfect summer handbag is a raffia bag. They are so chic in the summer. In a solid color neutral a raffia handbag can be worn with many different outfits and for many different occasions. Raffia bags come in…

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Which handbag color should I buy cognac or berry?

Handbag color is very personal. Always go with the color that works with more of your clothes. Cognac or berry color handbags are both great for fall. If you can only buy one, Cognac is a very rich looking color and would look fabulous with your fall wardrobe. Berry is a pretty color too, a…

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The Pop-Up Shop on Madison Avenue, Art & Fashion Meet

Backpack with van Gogh Image from a Wheat Field Painting Pop-up shop is one of the latest retail trends that means a temporary retail space that sells things that have a limited demand, are trendy or seasonal. They are almost always set up in high traffic areas. The pop-up shop on Madison Avenue is offering…

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