Snob Essentials
Canvas/Linen

Nordstrom Slouchy Eco Tote with Pouch

Although there are a huge variety of eco-totes out there, most of the truly stylish ones are not that affordable. This truly Frugal Snob tote from Nordstrom is made from recycled water bottles and the tree print shows how eco-chic you really are. The bag folds up and fits into a zipped pouch, and while … Continue reading “Nordstrom Slouchy Eco Tote with Pouch”

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Barneys New York The Bohobo

I am going to the beach this weekend. It’s not even officially Spring yet but it will be 76 degrees in Newport Coast, oh the lovely So Cal weather, I will never leave you! I am feeling a bit “bohobo” because I am staying at a preserved historic California beach cottage at Crystal Cove. The … Continue reading “Barneys New York The Bohobo”

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Gucci Paravanda Collection

I have always thought that Frida Giannini carries herself with incredible panache and style, so I was happy to hear that, in celebrating of Gucci’s Paragon flagship store that opened last week, the Singapore Tourism Board, in association with the Singapore Botanic Gardens, has bestowed upon the brand’s creative director the “Paravanda Frida” orchid. Never … Continue reading “Gucci Paravanda Collection”

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Bulgari Chandra Bag

Is it just me, or are jewelry houses itching to get a share of the multi-billion dollar pie that is the handbag industry? Not many Place Vendôme jewelers have had success with their attempts into the category–Cartier’s stylish Marcello is the one exception it seems–but Bulgari may have something on its hands. I recently checked … Continue reading “Bulgari Chandra Bag”

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Beatrice Boyle Face Print Bag

I debated even putting such a scary bag on our nice and pretty site but I need to make a comment about this whole obsession with vampires and zombies. Am I the only one here who finds the subject distasteful? Annoyingly, those obsessed will argue that vampires and zombies are in fact 2 separate subject … Continue reading “Beatrice Boyle Face Print Bag”

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Lanvin Large Denim Shopper with Flower Detail

This Lanvin Denim shopper sat with me in my dressing room at Neiman Marcus when I was trying on dresses with a girlfriend. Not sure why it was even there, but I fell in love. This is not something I would normally consider but the three way mirrors did a number on me. So is … Continue reading “Lanvin Large Denim Shopper with Flower Detail”

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