This is a Frugal Snob gem! The perfect bag for Fall with a mix of suede and woven cotton that looks like tweed that also adds in the colorblocking trend. But not in an obvious way, which is so much better. I am loving the foldover leather trim at the top and the trapezoid front … Continue reading “BE & D Nixie Tote: Mixed Materials, Solid Review”
Fur bags are everywhere for fall, but who says you need actual fur – real or faux – to be on-trend? Anya Hindmarch’s shirred leather has all the trimmings of a furry bag, but it’s somehow so much chicer. Besides, you’re getting an unusual bag that won’t seem stale once all the fur fuss dissipates. … Continue reading “Anya Hindmarch “Roslyn” Clutch: Shirred Genius”
Call it the thrill of the hunt. Sometimes it’s almost more fun – it’s definitely more satisfying – to sniff out a good bargain. And you’re likely to end up dressing with more character, as your forced to use some innovation. A Frugal Snob isn’t cheap – she is someone who is savvy, not financially … Continue reading “Top 5 Non-Exotic Exotics: What’s in a Skin?”
For fun, girly, not-too-expensive jewelry, Soo Ihn Kim has us covered. If you want unique but aren’t interested in going overboard – think jewels that stand out, without roaming outside the box of everyday versatility – these Frugal Snob-approved picks are right-on. Just enough to be noticed – an off-kilter cluster here, a wrapped chain … Continue reading “Soo Ihn Kim Jewels: More Bling, Less Buck”
How many Chanel-“inspired” bags have we seen that are ultimately nothing more than blatant knockoffs? Thank you, Elie Tahari, for getting us out of our tweed-and-chainstrap rut. You’ve given us the total Chanel vibe with none of the copycat trappings. The “Emory” shoulder bag is a Frugal Snob find that is sure to go a … Continue reading “Elie Tahari “Emory” Handbag: Chanel Who?”
You heard it here first, Juicy Couture is now my favorite bag designer. Sure the Frugal Snob prices are a big plus, but their bright colors and all the extreme details are just over the top amazing. Why even consider a Valentino? You get the garden motif with the texture of ruching in one convenient … Continue reading “Juicy Couture Ruched Canvas Feather-Print Tote”