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Jimmy Choo Biker Chain-embellished Shoulder Bag: Biker Chic for the Non Biker Chick

This is the coolest Jimmy Choo bag since like, never!! I’m not even big on the biker look but this is making me want to. It’s just very well done, the hobo shape with the flap is a welcoming new feel. But of course it’s all about the chains. And just the right amount of … Continue reading “Jimmy Choo Biker Chain-embellished Shoulder Bag: Biker Chic for the Non Biker Chick”

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Balmain Arielle Pochette: Bada-Bling, Bada-Boom!

I used to wear nothing but black. Now I dread wearing black! Maybe it’s a phobia of looking like the Grim Reaper. Or maybe I’m just getting more in touch with my need for flash with age. Either way, Vegas is beckoning! In spirit, that is. Balmain’s brilliantly blingy Arielle clutch is calling my name. … Continue reading “Balmain Arielle Pochette: Bada-Bling, Bada-Boom!”

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Jil Sander Studded Leather Shopper Tote: Let’s Talk Shop

There is nothing overwhelmingly exciting about a simple tote with a border of studs, but this shade of aquamarine is another story. I am in love with this color…or maybe I’m just in love with Jil Sander. Because their keen way with minimalism and fearless way with color gets my heart speeding up every time, … Continue reading “Jil Sander Studded Leather Shopper Tote: Let’s Talk Shop”

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Balmain Marie Embossed Clutch: Going for Baroque

It’s been multiple seasons since Balmain hit their stride in the realm of opulent mini-dresses and sex-bomb hip-huggers. But their bags can be hit or miss; and even though it depresses me to say it, what’s “missing” is usually the issue. Not in this case! Olivier Rousteing’s first collection for the house boasts a clutch … Continue reading “Balmain Marie Embossed Clutch: Going for Baroque”

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Top 5 Pouches to Lighten the Load: Kangaroo You

Summertime requires you to lighten your load: maybe because you have a lot of other things to carry, maybe it’s the “swipe of lip gloss and go” mentality. For me, when the heat is on I just want to be breezy so I can take long walks without dragging the entire contents of my bedroom … Continue reading “Top 5 Pouches to Lighten the Load: Kangaroo You”

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Fun and Fab Clutches for New Year’s: Handle with Flair

If there is one night out of the entire year when you should break out the sassiest, sauciest, most conversation-worthy clutch you can, the last evening is it. Your party dress might set the tone, but you just can’t let your clutch go unnoticed when you ring in the New Year. Forget about holding back … Continue reading “Fun and Fab Clutches for New Year’s: Handle with Flair”

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