Handbag Purse and Fashion Blog http://justbaggingit.com Handbag Purse and Fashion Blog Fri, 19 Oct 2007 17:44:04 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.3 en Armani Goes Virtual http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/17/armani-goes-virtual/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/17/armani-goes-virtual/#comments Wed, 17 Oct 2007 17:43:37 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/17/armani-goes-virtual/

http://www.style.com/images/trends/news/092507.jpgArmani pioneered another fab idea- creating a virtual Armani Manzoni on Second Life.  Armani decided to “mirror” his Manzoni boutique in a virtual 3-D realm- way cool, I know! His virtual realm is an exact replica of the actual Manzoni with two restaurants, a bookstore, a flower shop, a home-interiors store, a nightclub, a cosmetics counter, and a confectionery corner all accounted for. Armani has taken shopping to a whole new level with this experience, and is way worth the few bucks spent on becoming a Second Life resident. I would suggest joining and looking for this avatar as it is Armani’s virtual representation checking up on his boutique. It’s amazing how fast you get sucked you into the whole experience. Oh and as a FYI you can purchase the items using Second Life currency; how awesome is that! But of course there is a link to the Emporio Armani site for those of us who like a bit more tangibility in our purchases.

 

]]> http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/17/armani-goes-virtual/feed/ Is Balenciaga… Balenciaga Anymore? http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/16/is-balenciaga-balenciaga-anymore/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/16/is-balenciaga-balenciaga-anymore/#comments Tue, 16 Oct 2007 17:02:03 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/16/is-balenciaga-balenciaga-anymore/ Like the Nicholes- Nichole Kidman and Richie- I am a major Balenciaga buff! I love their sheek handbags, lux clothing, and formerly fab heels.  The key there is formerly! Lately they’re shoe collections have been way to bold for me and pretty much any average chic.  I’m not so sure they should be called high-fashion to be quite frank.

 

Come on take a peek at those babies; don’t they just look like they jumped off a bad artist’s canvas!  I will give anything a go once, but what should I pair those with?

I think I will go back to Balenciaga when they decide to come to their more classy and posh look and start designing dazzling beauties like this Balenciaga Frame Bag or Black Snake Skin Sandal.    

]]> http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/16/is-balenciaga-balenciaga-anymore/feed/ Juicy Couture Love http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/13/juicy-couture-love/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/13/juicy-couture-love/#comments Sat, 13 Oct 2007 22:02:05 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/13/juicy-couture-love/ Charm bracelets have never been so fab! Back a few years ago the Italian Charm Bracelets were rockin the streets with every which gurl out and about had at least one to flaunt. In case you really haven’t noticed that has all changed!  It’s all about the charms that dangle and now they are not confined to only your wrists.  Juicy Couture has been leading this revolution for quite some time now.  They’re jewelry is exactly what Pam and Gela wanted from their line- ultra fem perfection! Seeing these charms reminded me of Chloe’s Handbag collection that sported charming little charms on the zipper; they were oh so cute. I wonder why they stopped with that!

   

Juicy Couture is not only fabulously lux but also fabulously affordable.  You think ‘cause its sold mostly in Neiman Marcus or Nordstrom that you are in for spending a few pretty pennies, but that is so not the case. So, this blog is a special tribute just for Juicy Couture Accessories!     

]]> http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/13/juicy-couture-love/feed/ Make it a Statement http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/11/make-it-a-statement/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/11/make-it-a-statement/#comments Thu, 11 Oct 2007 14:42:32 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/11/make-it-a-statement/ The other day I saw the most dolled up urban chic ensemble downtown.  It was uniquely minimalistic with a cropped jeans and halter top.  Sounds about average right; wrong! She had on the most attractive statement belt that tied her entire ensemble together with that edgy yet classy look. 

I was inspired by that ensemble to go out and find my own statement belt.  So, today I found the perfect one!  A Yves Saint Laurent Statement Belt in a leopard print.  My Fall 07 updated closet seems to get better by the day! I’m going to be trying the same bare minimal mixed with one eye popping accessory that I saw the other day.  The only alteration I’m going to make is to wear a Balenciaga Frame Bag instead of like that one chic whom sported a wristlet.  I think the larger bag will add a bit more proportionality to the look. 

These are some lux Yves Saint Laurent Statement Belts:

 

]]> http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/11/make-it-a-statement/feed/ Looking Fashionably Nerdy http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/09/looking-fashionably-nerdy/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/09/looking-fashionably-nerdy/#comments Tue, 09 Oct 2007 13:46:03 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/09/looking-fashionably-nerdy/ So, those thousand pound textbooks they throw onto you really call a need for a backpack.  But, then again this is not middle school that you can tug around your cartoon fashioned pack and still maintain a cool factor! You run across a lot of important faces on college campuses that require you making a good impression.  Your ten year old pack is not going to be doing it for you as it is an implication of your maturity level on someone who is just meeting you for the first time.  So, why not try something totally fashionable and completely functional- a tote!

I have found these totes are fabulous- whether to carry books in or the rest of my world!

Nannini Hobo Tote

A must have neutral shade for all Falls to come.

Nannini Tote

Something cute for those lit classes with smaller books

Dolce & Gabbana Felt Tote

 

Brilliantly adorable and professional

The icing on the cake- you don’t even need to be a student to invest in one of those gems.  They are perfect for any occasion!

]]> http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/09/looking-fashionably-nerdy/feed/ Fall Fahion for Southerners http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/05/fall-fahion-for-southerners/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/05/fall-fahion-for-southerners/#comments Sat, 06 Oct 2007 02:46:35 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/05/fall-fahion-for-southerners/ Finally someone does Fall 07 fashion for those of us who live miles away from even the slightest possibility of seeing a snow flake!  Charlotte Ronson’s Fall 07 Runway Collection was best described as sprinkling posh glamour over the bare necessities.  We saw lots of classic plaid going on in neutral hues, sexy mini dresses and skirts, not to forget the explosive layering with a touch of the boyish look.  Breathtakingly urban and street chic!

 I don’t think that fashion could much more comfortable than this. All you’ve got to do is take out a cute peep tote with a matching handbag and hit the city.  Nothing makes you look more fall season-y than some plaid and neutral color handbag.  The best line I’ve seen do earthy tones in a style savvy way is Nannini; I am major crushing on a Shoulder Tote in the natural oak shade!  Ronson’s not exactly what I would consider high fashion, but her interpretation of the seasons is timeless!

picture courtesy of Flickr 

]]> http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/05/fall-fahion-for-southerners/feed/ Gucci, Gucci, And More Gucci http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/02/gucci-gucci-and-more-gucci/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/02/gucci-gucci-and-more-gucci/#comments Tue, 02 Oct 2007 19:50:03 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/02/gucci-gucci-and-more-gucci/ Gucci has always been a personal fav of mine when it comes down to handbags because their boldness has always been inspiring. 

 

But I never really gave much credit to their shoe collections. That all is changing after this Milan show! 

 

I think I was so busy staring at the models’ feet that I missed most of the other things going on.  The Secretary Stiletto is to die for! I think it is the best combination of sexii and sophistication.  Spring 2008 is going to be an awesome season to say the least.     

 

   

]]> http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/02/gucci-gucci-and-more-gucci/feed/ The Principals of Principals http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/01/the-principals-of-principals/ http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/01/the-principals-of-principals/#comments Mon, 01 Oct 2007 18:36:40 +0000 Bal Handbags and Purses http://justbaggingit.com/2007/10/01/the-principals-of-principals/ I was talking to an old friend over the weekend who is a die-hard Principals fanatic.  She commented on my ensemble and how a top on sale at Principals would be the perfect match to go with it all.  Of course the curiosity kills the cat; so I found myself on their website a few hours later.  As it turns out the top is quite adorable and she was completely right about how perfect it would for the skirt outfit I own.  Unfortunately, the Mini Circle print on the top would not be flattering to my figure and would make me look quite close to twig like.  Well, that rose a bit of a predicament for me as I had planned on spending a little lettuce that “trip.”  I clicked into the coat section, and I was blown away with how elegant all of their coats were.  I always had the impression that Principals went for an older more classic look as the target market is for women of more years, but these coats were awesomely contemporary and elegant.

I wish I could have bought them all.  I was especially crushing over the Plum Funnel Neck Coat.  That dark but eye-popping color is just perfect for the gloominess that comes in Winter.  I need to further contemplate because that Ink and Black Coat was more than perfect for my D&G Felt Tote.  Looks like I have my work cut out for me!