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Michael Kors Gia Crushed Linen and Leather Saddle Bag: The Game Changer

He has done it. Michael Kors has officially taken over the world. Recently, his woven leather tote was enough to make me call my travel agent and book a beach-bungalow getaway, but now we’re on another level. We’re not just talking vacation gear. I have been waiting for him to kill it with his bag … Continue reading “Michael Kors Gia Crushed Linen and Leather Saddle Bag: The Game Changer”

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Serpui Marie Juliana Stingray and Wood Minaudiere: The Thrill of Brazil

I’m not one to buy a minaudiere very often (a box no bigger than my hand won’t fit all my stuff) but something about this one is surprisingly exquisite. At a price that won’t scare me off, it’s an easy sell. Serpui Marie grew up in the Brazilian countryside, where the beach was always just … Continue reading “Serpui Marie Juliana Stingray and Wood Minaudiere: The Thrill of Brazil”

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VBH Vault Tiger-Print Calf Hair Handbag: Not Fade Away

This classic VBH tote in tiger-print calf-hair is so incredibly chic, I can’t stand it. It’s got an arresting faded affect that is flawlessly current. But it will also just get better with time. It’s the VBH way: contemporary and classic. Not only will this make your summer, it will bring you style and satisfaction … Continue reading “VBH Vault Tiger-Print Calf Hair Handbag: Not Fade Away”

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Roberto Cavalli Ambition Python Clutch Bag: An Ambitious Move

A Cavalli creation that is somewhat minimal? I never thought I’d see the day! Who would have imagined the most surprising twist the designer could perform was to tone it down? There’s not a colorful animal print to be found. Well, until you open it up and peek at the leopard-spotted lining, but that makes … Continue reading “Roberto Cavalli Ambition Python Clutch Bag: An Ambitious Move”

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The Row Python Shoulder Bag: Kick Up a Row

The Olsen twins are killing me. They have not made a single miss with any of their bags since they launched them last July. Fluid and minimalist, The Row is still on a winning streak nearly a year later. This shoulder bag might just be the boldest design so far. Large-scale python in this buttercup-tan … Continue reading “The Row Python Shoulder Bag: Kick Up a Row”

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Frugal Friday: Ro “Python” Zina Tote, Accessible Exotic

You think you’ve seen a lot of python totes? I bet you have yet to see one at a price point this nice. Sure, this isn’t actual python, but Ro’s Zina tote looks fantastic and has function to spare. This work bag (it’s big enough for a laptop and then some) will happily do double-duty … Continue reading “Frugal Friday: Ro “Python” Zina Tote, Accessible Exotic”

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