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Top Envy-Inducing Bags: It’s Easy Being Green

Kermit had it all wrong. Whether you’re more into high-impact yellow or mighty-potent green, get ready for bright brights this spring. I’m talking retina-searing, almost blinding! The fresh hue of green is traditionally a color signifying growth and renewal in the Spring, but I’m interested in a shade that requires sunglasses. Not quite neon, but … Continue reading “Top Envy-Inducing Bags: It’s Easy Being Green”

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Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 40′s

Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 40’s

By the time you’ve hit the 4-0, you’ve hit your stride. You know what you like, and better yet, you know how to get it. It’s all about genuine confidence (which was often elusive in your 20s!). You’re not trying to impress anyone, except yourself. No doubt it’s fun to be young, but nothing is … Continue reading “Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 40’s”

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Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 30s

Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 30’s

When you hit 30, despite all the moaning and groaning, you suddenly seem to know yourself better than ever. What you need, what you want: it’s all within your reach. Bags included! Your 20s are for experimenting; by the time you’re into the next decade, a few investment-level pieces are key. Your essentials should be … Continue reading “Five Essentials for the Snob in Her 30’s”

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Alaïa Animal-Print Calf-Hair Travel Bag: First-Class Ticket

If life’s about the journey, then doesn’t it stand to reason we need a great piece of luggage to accompany us? Here is the perfect gift for the ultimate travel snob (I’m talking about yours truly, if someone so desires to make a dream come true…ahem, Tech Snob Rich!). Azzedine Alaïa has outdone himself with this … Continue reading “Alaïa Animal-Print Calf-Hair Travel Bag: First-Class Ticket”

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Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile Fold-Over Flower Clutch Bag: White-Hot Heat

I need a white clutch, but pure ivory always seems too boring to buy. That is, unless it’s a laser-cut exotic by Nancy Gonzalez. Leave it to the queen of croc. A beautiful (if not decadently wasteful) way to use the skin, the lacy cutout-floral effect makes her classic flap clutch thoroughly fresh and exciting. … Continue reading “Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile Fold-Over Flower Clutch Bag: White-Hot Heat”

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The Best Bags for the Best Girls: Holiday Gifting Done Right

With the holidays upon us, nothing is scarier than the concept of giving the right bags to the right people. Gifting is a strategy sport that requires more cunning and direction than one of the team variety (I like to affectionately refer to it as the fashion playoffs). As a guy in fashion, there’s a … Continue reading “The Best Bags for the Best Girls: Holiday Gifting Done Right”

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