It was a pretty exciting day when Ann Taylor released their line of beautiful wedding gowns and bridesmaids frocks!! Have you seen it? While I've been perusing all things wedding, I stumbled upon this GORGEOUS feathered bag {shown at bottom} and fell in love. Then I realized, how many other awesome options there were!! Take a peek at some of our textured faves:
Check out more of their beautiful bridal clutches & accessories here! Happy Purseday!
Add some pizzaz
Gold is my absolute favorite neutral... yes, I consider it in the "neutral" category because it literally goes with EVERYTHING! This gold- confetti clutch is so stinkin' cute and the perfect way to add some pizzaz any time of the year.
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Do you have a go-to clutch? My fave is currently a reddish-orange leather with gold hardware but I'm thinking it would behoove me to add one of these bad boys {or something of the like} to the handbag collection!
The whip stitch satchel
A good statement bag can effortlessly carry an outfit from mediocre to amazing. Since I've been on the hunt for one for this spring, I'm definitely captivated by this colorful, textured Whip Stitch Satchel by BCBG. The perfect size... two handle options... just enough pizzaz to still allow for versatility... mmmm!
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Do you have a good statement bag that you just can't imagine life without?
Spring essentials
There's nothing better than combining fun colors + textures to make a stellar outfit. This spring, we're loving natural materials like raffia, jute and hemp for lightweight, versatile handbags. Take this Raffia clutch for example... can you imagine the endless possibilities ranging from a casual run to the farmers market to a friend's warm evening wedding? Dress it up or down with other accessories and since it's a neutral color, you can play up your ensemble with brights & patterns for an instantly super chic piece! It's on our wish list for the season for sure!!
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Hello, sunshine!
After a nice spring storm {by that I mean the thunder was terrifying} last night, we're ready to see some sunshine and feel the anticipated heat today in Boston. Though I think we're still a ways off from beach season, the fact that it is supposed to hit 90+ today has got me thinking about beach totes... or at least in the meantime, a bag that is large enough to lug around sunscreen and a water bottle to stay hydrated! Here are some of my picks that are out so far this year:
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Kate Spade Call to Action Tote
Club Monaco Hat Attack Striped Tote
Who's excited for summer?!
Merci beaucoup
A few months ago we had the chance to meet up with Jacqueline Weppner, the beauty behind Merci New York. Can I just tell you, this woman is inspiring?! Along with being incredibly sweet, she founded & operates a {New York based} company that offers styling services for brides, an inspiration-packed blog and a lovely little online style shop. Today's Purseday pick is straight from their shop. This coral python clutch is begging to be in my closet but really, any color would do. ;) I just love the versatility of this little bag and one of my favorite parts... you can choose between vintage inspired brooches for the front closure!! Oh details!
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To all of you brides reading this, if you're looking for a chic, flawless wedding style, hook up with Merci New York! And, if you haven't checked out their blog yet, it's a must!
One hot handbag
For the last decade I have LOVED Hobo handbags. A few years back, my sweet brother gifted me one of their wallets for Christmas and I can't say enough good things about the quality, the style and {of course} the chic contrasting fabric lining! Little details like that are simply the best! Right now, the Farrah is on the top of my handbag wish list, for obvious reasons...
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Handbag hotness, right?!
Signature Snake
With cross body bags being all the rage right now, we can't help being completely mesmerized by these signature snake beauties by Carlos Falchi. Available in both the baby satchel and full size satchel, we think the design is fresh, funky & versatile. Such a fabulous statement piece!!
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A spring staple
Are you ready to have your mind blown? Yes, today I am taking a leap of vulnerability and sharing with you something I am way too obsessed about. In the spirit of Purseday, I think you'll understand. So, have you ever heard the name Clare Vivier? If not, you're welcome and I'm sorry. Clare makes the most beautiful leather bags- a perfect merger of chic Parisian style and California cool.
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So why am I sorry, you ask? You will likely experience the same lustful longing that I continue to suffer from and will probably feel torn over which color to start with. Case and point:
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Which one do you have your eye on?? Be sure and check out her other styles, including a modern spin on the FANNY PACK!
Toting ombre
If we're being honest, ombre is one trend that took a little while for us to warm up to. We're seen it in home decor, paper trends, hair, culinary arts and of course in the fashion industry. So what if we were in the "slow adapter" crowd for this one... we're on the bandwagon now!! Anthropologie has some pretty stinkin' cute ombre handbags that we're kind of obsessed with:
{Aren't they fun?! Maybe you think they're... not quite your style? Either way, we'd love to know what you think about these purses & the general ombre trend.
Bring us to Bali
Today's Thursday Purseday pick is a hybrid of 2 or our favorite design elements- texture & pattern. These fabulous Bali '89 Clutches by Elliott Lucca take neutral to a whole new level!! And as an added bonus, there is a removable strap to bring the look from day to night in a matter of moments!
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Check out Elliott Lucca's inspiration for designing this handbag!! What do you think?
Saturday Purseday!
When I discovered that Kate Spade was launching her new brand, Saturday, I felt like I was going to hyperventilate. Truly. Though I'm not nearly as obsessed with this much more casual, less "girly" line, their "Design your own Weekender" shop is BRILLIANT. Yes, from the base to the pockets, the straps to the handles... you get to customize in whatever way your little heart desires!
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Seriously, check it out. If you're like me, it will suck you in for hours looking at the endless combinations AND toying with the idea of adding a monogram on top of it all! Gah!
Stunning sherbets
Our Thursday Purseday pick for this week is brought to you in a juicy sherbet toned round up... perfect for the approaching holiday. The great news however, is that pastels aren't exclusively for Easter or springtime but they are sticking around for all of 2013. So check it out, and let us know what ya think!
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{clockwise from top left: earrings; scarf; Missoni purse}
Isn's that Missoni purse to die for?! How are you feeling about the return of the pastel? Yes, many designers are sugar coating this color palette by calling it "sherbets" this time around, but it's still the same sweet hues we were loving on in the 90's. :)
Girlie Stuff
One perfect little accessory has the power to pull together an outfit or finish off an ensemble. Well, we're currently loving on these chic loose pocket clutches by Anya Hindmarch and feel that they are the perfect compliment to all things casual- with the versatility to rock in even the most formal of situations. How cute is this metallic 'Girlie Stuff' style...
And don't pass up the opportunity to gift one of these lovelies for a birthday wish, a huge THANK YOU or simply to say 'I love you'! Wouldn't they make sweet bridesmaids gifts too?!
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Loving on Lilac
When I stumbled upon the Bleeker Bloom collection from Gorjana, I was completely drawn to the soft leather and the pastel hues that are trending for spring & summer. Who would have thought that lilac handbags would be so incredibly chic?!
{from top to bottom: Foldover Crossbody; Wristlet; Tote}
If Gorjana is new in your brand book, take note that it was founded in 2004 by a precious husband + wife team. They are not only focused on offering a range of high quality items {think jewelry, shoes, scarves...} that won't break the bank, they are also committed to supporting several charities and social causes. Yep, that makes the company even cooler in our eyes!!
Happy Purseday!
Customizable clutches
Since we focused on groomsmen gifts yesterday, it's only fair for today's purseday pick to be fitting for a chic bridesmaid gift. We're completely swooning over these playfully patterned clutches by Ila Handbags. Their spring/ summer line is full of fun prints like these...
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Oh, but the best part about these little beauties? They offer the option of making completely custom ones! Whether you want to use a fabric with your wedding colors, incorporate a family heirloom or repurpose a favorite blouse or skirt in the form of a handbag- you call the shots. Such a fun idea, right?!
Happy Purseday!
A mid-week weekender
Oh hello! On this lovely Thursday, we're headed off for a special hands-on, over night site visit to the one and only, Ocean House. We've dusted off our prettiest weekend bags for some mid-week use and will be back tomorrow! Happy Thursday Purseday, lovelies!!
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Tote this hand drawn beauty
For the last few weeks, we've been working on designing a vintage, nautical hand drawn map Save the Date for an ocean-side wedding. While I can't give away the cute details of said stationery quite yet, I thought that this Seafarer's Tote from Anthropologie was the perfect compliment to the designs... and a fitting Thursday Purseday pick, as our little vintage map is off at print this week!
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Isn't it just adorable?!
Be Mine, Valentino
Happy Valentines day!!! In honor of this day of love, our Purseday pick is this stunning, soft leather Valentino Rockstud bag. AGH!!! Now, I'm pretty pumped about my Valentine this year but if I had a plan B, I'd love to spend the evening {or the rest of my life} with this little gem...
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Have a fabulously beautiful day and remember that you are SO loved & appreciated!!! xoxo
Thursday Purseday: Add a statement piece
Those who have been reading for awhile know that Milly is one of my all time favorite designers. Since she only added handbag design to her repertoire a couple of years ago, I still regularly stalk the latest collection. Though patterns can be slightly intimidating for an accessory such as this, we're totally digging this Tribal Canvas Clutch & Tote combo! What a perfect statement piece for the upcoming spring season, don't you think?!
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Also, for those of you who share the love for Milly, have you heard that she is designing a special Hampton's influenced line for Banana Republic that will debut this May! Thanks to our dear friend Erin, at One Two Summer for keeping my obsessive self in the loop on this development! Hope you're equally as excited about this new venture!!!