Thursday Purseday: Saturday Soiree

We've been on the search for the perfect tote for the spring time... a handbag such as this would have to fit the following criteria:

- She would be the ideal size to fit all your necessities {yes, us ladies tend to have a LOT of "necessities"}

- Of course she would come in a statement color, but nothing too crazy so it can remain versatile

- Not outlandishly expensive so you don't have to cry when a new handbag crush comes along {it's happened to the best of us}

- And last, there might even be a matching wristlet so when you're out on the town you can still be stylin' without hauling around all your treasures

 

Well, we're excited to have met the Saturday Soiree by Juicy Couture. This collection is every bit stunning- soft leather in shades of white, saddle, black, fuchsia and blue vista {shown} with contrasting piping & hardware. Oh and not to mentioned that this elegantly achieves the color blocking trend that is so hot right now!

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Our final review: Hint of preppy + a little pop of nautical + trendy color blocking= the perfect bag for spring! This is one combo that we just ADORE!

Minty fresh

Mint is everywhere these days and THANK GOODNESS for that because it puts such a crisp and fresh spin on things. While some of the innovative fashionistas have been rocking shades of mint for months already, the rest of us are just catching the fever. In honor of Thursday Purseday, we think these mint clutches are just to die for and they're the perfect way to start incorporating mint into your wardrobe!

From top to bottom:

{1} Mysuelly Lou Bag {$590}

{2} Leather Portfolio Clutch {$86}

{3} Metal Bar Detail Envelope Clutch {$25}

{4} Pauric By Pauric Sweeney Peppermint Pouch {$179}

{5} Hand Slot Through Clutch {$29}

*All photos courtesy of ASOS

Thursday Purseday: Sam Edelman

Long, long ago while pursuing the Bloomingdale's shoe department in New York, I fell in love with Sam Edelman. Oh goodness, I just can't get enough of those fashionable flats and fancy heels! Do you know what I mean?! Well ladies, we have news. Just the other week we learned that Sam is debuting handbags this season too! Naturally, today's purseday is devoted to highlighting some of our faves, all of which are sold at Bloomingdale's.

Bianca Clutch- $168

Andy Pouchette- $198

Brigitte Tote- $258

*Photos courtesy of Bloomingdale's

Thursday Purseday: Liebeskind Totes

Since neon colors are all the rage and those nylon Longchamp bags have been trending for the last couple years, we're just beyond thrilled to have discovered the new kid on the block... fluorescent totes from Berlin based designer, Liebeskind! Ah yes, these are the perfect shoulder ornament for summer time and they're oh-so-practical! If you're searching for something a little more spicy than the simple {we're not hating!} Longchamp bags, this is your answer. Thankfully, you don't need to go abroad to score one, they're at your local Bloomingdales and are super reasonably priced!

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Classy & Fabulous

It's pretty amazing how much of an impression the Chanel logo can make. Its presence on a handbag or accessory can turn an otherwise ordinary photograph into something that's breathtaking. Anyone with me? Perhaps it's our fascination with the brand... paired with the fact that Coco Chanel exemplified every bit of timeless elegance.

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This precious little purse is a prime example... absolutely breathtaking!

Neon, neon

Just saying the word "neon" fondly reminds us of John Mayer's pre-Jennifer Aniston days. Do you remember that song?! Despite his womanizing tendencies, that whole album {Room for Squares} is how he first won our musical approval. All that to say, it's time the song made it back into the playlist while we're donning the current trend of.... neon yellow! Yes thats right, we've been seeing it everywhere! Electric and punchy shades in shoes, handbags, frocks, and accessories. It took awhile to buy in to the trend, but it's totally growing on us. What do you think? Would you ever tote around a bright neon bag such as this shoulder bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs?

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Thursday Purseday

Despite the fact that we're supposed to get snow today in New England, the sun has been shining most days and March finally arrived. We've got spring on the mind, can you blame us?! This stunning leather tote by Nanette Lepore would truly be the perfect way to welcome the new season and it could stick around through summer and fall too! This Aztec inspired combo is currently on our wish list for when the day comes... ohhhhhh a girl can dream!! Let the countdown to March 20th....

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A girls best friend

Remember back in the days of adolesence, shopping at Claire's Boutique? That is where we first discovered the faux diamonds that tugged at our heart and provoked dreams of real, grown up diamonds. Now that we're much older and much classier {obvs!} our grown up diamonds are reserved for timeless pieces... but that doesn't take away our child-like dreams of a diamond covered tote bag... strikingly similar to this fabulous Tromp L'Oiel 'Diamonds' Tote by Alan Bilzerian! It's like he read our minds!

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This leather handled, canvas bag would be just perfect to tote around our treasures in. Besides, what girl doesn't like to pile on a little bling every now and then?

Color Blocking

Happy Thursday Purseday, everyone! We're pretty pumped about the vibrant colors we're seeing for spring and summer fashion. Seriously after some grey winter weather, all we want is to see bright & happy colors, patterns and.... people. Don't you?? Here's a round up of some drool-worthy wristlets in these punchy colors that we're obsessing over. Which one would you choose?!

From top to bottom:

Fendi, 

SR Squared,

Mossimo,

Tory Burch,

Juicy Couture,

Chloe

This is love

This time of year always makes us think of pulling out all of our pink, purple and red attire, just to be festive, you know? Well as much as we'd LOVE to jump on the Valentine's Day bandwagon, we'd much rather jump on the Gucci bandwagon and invest in one of these Valentine colored Soho Boston Bags. Regardless of how you plan to spend the holiday, this bag would be the perfect date for a night out with the gals, the perfect gift from the hubs {hint, hint}... and the richly colored leather and classic shape would be effortless to fall in love with! Hmmm... swoon!

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True Art

One thing that is truly inspiring to us at Paper Moss is seeing other art mediums. These perfectly captured designer purse sketches are a prime example. We love every last detail put into this work of art... not just the handbags, but the personality surrounding each of them. How amazing would this be hanging in a frame?

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Stepping out

Imagine our excitement when we found out that Kate Spade's pattern of the month is stripes! There isn't a pattern we love more so when Kate encourages us to "Step out in Stripes", we will not decline! Looking at her new collection, our eyes were instantly fastened on the Westchester Toni.

How perfectly versatile is this cross-body bag? Those sassy little stripes are screaming spring and summer, don't you agree?

*Photo courtesy of Kate Spade New York

Burberry strikes again

Nothing compares to the ever-classy Burberry plaid, but this little beaded wristlet is pretty hard to resist. We're feeling slightly giddy over the bright and playful beaded texture which would be the perfect accessory to so many outfits- spring through fall, at least. Yes, we've had a mild winter here in New England so far, but it's impossible to keep from dreaming of retiring our wool coats and the return of warm evenings. Warm evenings with this wristlet... ah yes...

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Thursday Purseday

If you've been following the blog for while, you might remember my sheer elation when I {Anna} found out that Milly was coming out with a handbag line. AHHH! I still hear the angels rejoicing when I remember that moment. Anyway, Milly continues to catch my eye with her fabulous style, keeping up with trends in a classy, but sometimes bold way.

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I'm kind of in LOVE with this shearling & patent-leather bag, staying true to the trend of mixed materials with combining cozy fur, sleek leather and a little bit of gold bling. Now, I'm dying to know your thoughts on the bag- is it too much or too perfect??

Getting Organized

Yes, of course this is one of my {Anna's} resolutions for 2012: to get organized and stay organized. In the event you're in the same boat, I wanted to share a Thursday Purseday find that in a previous year helped me through one area that was a constant struggle to keep organized... the good old wallet. Ever since my sweet brother introduced me to Lauren, my magical Hobo wallet, {best Christmas gift EVER} I never again encountered issues of digging through the wallet to find my ID... loosing gift cards... scrambling to find insurance cards... or receipts. As if that isn't enough to make you feel like you won a war, I must say that the lining in each little wallet is one of the highlights!

And finally, I've had my glorious Hobo for about 4 years. Ladies, these things last forever!!!

Happy organizing!

*Photo courtesy of Hobo International

Dear Santa

This year we're making a special effort to put more emphasis on the purpose of Christmas, enjoying quality time with loved ones... and taking away some of the consumerism of the holiday. While I'm convinced that this will make our holiday season more sentimental, it's really REALLY tough to ignore this one item on my Holiday Wishlist:

All I really want is to bling in the New Year with this stunning cherry red Marc Jacobs bag! Is that bad? What's top on your list this year?

*Photo courtesy of Nordstom

A Christmas Purseday

Tis the season for holiday parties!! The only thing better than a low key tacky Christmas sweater party is getting fancified {yes, that's a word} for an elegant affair. If you're slipping into the classic little black dress, you need an accessory to make it POP, right? Something nice and festive, yea? Well ladies, feast your eyes on these ruffly little silk clutches by Minnesota based, Ila Handbags.

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Now to decide what color would best compliment the mistletoe...

On the Go

Around this time of year it's hard to not have travel on the mind. Whether you're the one jet setting this year or you have guests headed your way, visiting and visitors are just part of the joy of the season! It's surely been on our mind at Paper Moss as we're gearing up to visit family and couldn't be more excited to share the holidays with them. All this thinking about travel however, has lead my wandering mind to scout out a new luggage set... and this geometric black and white DVF set fit the bill just right! A girl has got to travel in style, right?

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Or if you feel like making a bold statement, they also have it in orange. Thank you Dianne VonFurstenburg for tempting us with yet another one of your creations!

Sienna

We first caught wind of the Etsy shop, Sienna from our dear friend Tyra, of Tyra Bleek Photography. Can we just say THANK YOU, Tyra?! Her little tip has grown into a massive vendor crush on Sienna and I'm sure you can see why... Such a perfect idea for bridesmaids gifts, holiday presents or just a special treat for yourself! This lace one happens to be one of our faves, but the bright and geometric patterns on these other ones make it a tough choice!

Which one would you choose??? We're dying to know!

Olivia + Joy

Today's Thursday Purseday pick was inspired by the lady behind the blog, Fash Boulevard. Feast your eyes on this fabulous satchel from Olivia + Joy...

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Of course I see this bag, fall in love and then think: what the heck would I wear with it? Well, I'd like to give Fash Boulevard props for putting together this completely drool-worthy ensemble {I've been staring at that Michael Kors cape cardigan for way too long now}. I've never felt so compelled and rationalized in a desire to purchase a bright orange handbag.

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Are you obsessing half as much as I am? Oh and the best part? The bag is only $88! PLEASE!!

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