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 together a collage of gorgeous purses — day bags to evening clutches, it’s all there. Great picks of fabulous new styles — it’s the bag guide for Fall’08!

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Furla was never a designer brand that caught my attention. I always thought Furla had beautiful bags but they were never really my style. While browsing Nordstrom.com earlier today I came across a beautiful handbag. Little did I know that beautiful bag was, to my amazement, by Furla. The handbag is called the Carmen Trapuntato Gigante Shopper and it’s perfect for the “extra large” handbag lover. The handbag is complete with a magentic snap closure, protective metal feet, quilted leather, and it’s made in Italy. What more could a bagista ask for? My favorite part of this handbag is the gorgeous quilted leather in cherry. For some reason cherry is one of those colors that is making my heart sink for the upcoming Fall 2008 handbag season. It you are not to keen on the cherry color, have no fear, the bag also comes in Onyx (black) and Terra (brown).

What’s amazing about Furla is that their handbag prices aren’t that high compared to the competition out there. This stunning handbag retails for a mere $745, which is a great buy for a big, gorgeous designer handbag. This handbag is so big you can fit your whole dresser plus your lap top in it and still have plenty of room. I am so in love with the Furla Carmen Trapuntato Gigante Shopper that I’m so tempted to go buy it! It’s definitely a gorgeous handbag to have for the fall, wouldn’t you agree?

Check out the Furla Carmen Trapuntato Gigante Shopper at: Nordstrom

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onto ebay: Chanel Cerf Tote in Caviar!

Current bid is only $800 and there’s about 3 hours left on the listing.

Description: This auction is for an amazing and like new Chanel Cerf Tote. The bag has gently been worn, purchased directly from the NY Chanel boutique, then a change of heart forces this sale! Shoulder strap and inner compartment insert inclued as well as flannel sleeper bag, and all COA cards.

Check out the Chanel Cerf Tote

Whether you’re a fan of the All-American brand Coach, or not, you can’t deny your curiosity towards seeing their latest designs each season. I always look forward to seeing their nice (and not-so-nice) pieces. For the past couple of years, I’ve seen drastic changes done to their brand, basically it seems like most of their goods are less classic in design followed by outrageously expensive price tags. Take a look at one of the many newbie’s by Coach; the Legacy Pieced Leather Flap Hobo is its name. I’ve never been crazy over the brands infamous patchwork bags, and this hobo leaves no exceptions. I’m bothered by the collaboration of suede, leather, haircalf, nubuck, and soft-pebbled leather patches, it just doesn’t appeal to my likings. The only details found on this piece that I’m fond of would be the hobo’s design and that nice shoulder strap, other than that, this bag is way to medieval-themed for my taste. Stiff, heavy, and trendy is what I imagine this Coach bag to be and the outrageously overpriced MSRP of $1,200 is enough to make me turn away with no doubts. A classic leather Coach bag sporting a rich hue is a yes in my book… while this bag is definitely a nay!

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hands on the Katherine Kwei Donna Clutch in gorgeous plum purple. I love everything about this bag: the (so in for fall) purple, the eyecatching sparkling crystal’s hidden in the design (Chinese knotting technique for which Katherine Kwei is known), the size, oh and ofcourse the beautiful frame which is both modern and femininely elegant. It’s the perfect purse for any evening occasion — I swear for the last couple evenings this bag hasn’t made it to it’s sleeper.

Discover the Donna purse by Katherine Kwei @ LuxCouture

Pics of my katherine kwei purple gem donna

new products? Now’s your chance to get flooded with handfuls of various beauty products, plus a free purse is included.

Right now there’s a special promo going over @ Nordstrom. Where is you spend up to $100 on any beauty or fragrance goods, you’ll receive a free black nylon tote filled with the following deluxe samples:

- Bare Escentuals® bareMinerals® Face Color in Pure Radiance (0.02 oz.)
- Bvlgari ‘Eau Parfumée au thé blanc’ Oshibori Refreshing Towel
- Clarins Instant Smooth Perfecting Touch (0.13 oz.)
- Donna Karan Cashmere Mist Body Lotion (0.2 oz.)
- Ed Hardy by Christian Audigier Eau de Parfum Spray (0.05 oz.)
- GoSmile Advanced Formula B1 Tooth Whitening Ampoule
- Kinerase® Intensive Eye Cream (0.1 oz.)
- NARS Potent EFA Cream (0.24 oz.)
- Pangea Organics Facial Cleanser—Egyptian Calendula & Blood Orange (0.1 oz.)
- St. John Signature Eau de Parfum Spray (0.05 oz.)
- Shiseido ‘The Makeup’ Pre-Makeup Cream SPF 15 (0.21 oz.)

Online and in store. One per person, while supply lasts. Gift will be added automatically in Checkout and can only be shipped to the same destination as your order.

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Is it a dog’s head? Or maybe a wooden shoe? Nope, it’s the See by Chloe Patent Let’s Party Clutch. And you know what? Whether it looks like a dog’s head or reminds you of a wooden shoe, this clutch is actually pretty cool. It features a unique flap closure where the flaps come down over the top in opposite directions. And the fun part is, if you just need to fish something out that is on one side, then you can simply open up the corresponding flap. Plus this clutch is both roomy and functional (check out the stuff inside!), so you may actually be able to carry some stuff along with you to that party (or hot date!). Best of all, it comes in this delicious dark purple, the most sought after color for Fall 08. So how does everyone feel about the See by Chloe Patent Let’s Party Clutch? Personally, I think it’s a little bit weird. But I also think it’s pretty nifty. I would definitely carry this clutch!

The See by Chloe Patent Let’s Party Clutch measures 10″ x 5″ x 1.5″ and it retails for $325. The interior features a dividing zippered compartment and eight credit card slots. The clutch comes complete with a kiss-lock coin purse and little mirror. It is available in dark purple and black (both patent leather).

You can find it over at shopbop.com.

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fabulous giveaway brought to you by the bag forum. What’s up for grabs this month?? Why it’s the gorgeous Foley + Corinna City Tote (a $485 value) in stunning slate blue.

To enter in on this sweet giveaway all you have to do is enter your info here.

The Prize:
It folds to be carried on the shoulder most days, or can be carried handheld style as a tote when you are carrying your portfolio or just need a little more room. For easy access to your essentials, the bag has zipper pockets on both sides of the exterior, so you won’t have to dig through the whole bag to find that ringing cell phone. In super soft leather, we guarantee that you’ll find yourself reaching for this one time and time again. Best of all, it’s seasonless, so you won’t have to take this one out of rotation. Measures 20″ w at bottom, 17″w at top x 21″high when extended, about 12″h when folded x 1″d (expandable). Handle drop is 10″ or more, or about 15″ with slouch.

Did you hear the news? Paula Thomas, founder and head designer of the Thomas Wylde brand, has actually come out with a handbag that retails for less than $2K. Meet the Thomas Wylde Reservation Bag. True to it’s name, this bag is somewhat reserved (for a Thomas Wylde bag, that is). It offers the perfect balance between tough girl chic and way over-the-top gaudy. What would have otherwise been a basic black leather bag, has been given just enough of a kick with it’s gunmetal studs. Plus, hidden inside, is a cool spider-print lining. It’s no Skull Bag, but overall, I think it’s pretty nice for what it is. My only gripe is that silly-looking tassel on the front. I think I would be tempted to cut it off. Hmm… or would that make it look too plain?

The Thomas Wylde Reservation Bag measures 18.5″ x 13″ x 7″, which is typical of most Thomas Wylde styles (e.g. BIG). It features a flat shoulder strap with braided leather detailing and oversized buckle attachments on each end. The flap top closure secures with a magnet and the backside features a zippered pocket. The bag retails for $1,800 — fairly inexpensive by Thomas Wylde standards.

Find it over at eLUXURY.

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anticipated new purse line is coming soon — launched date in spring 2009.

The collection consists of 42 designs. The press release says the line is “inspired by the designer’s passion for modern architecture and photography, and especially by his spirited lifestyle and iconic personality.” Expect to see these available in high-end department stores for $595 to $3,000 when spring rolls around.

Take a peek sneak at Karl Lagerfeld’s new purse collection in the forum