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Clutch it like Samantha! VBH on SATC 2

I am stalking the girls on SATC 2 this week. The bags, the jewels, the shoes! It’s all so very exciting! Samantha (I call them by the fictitious names as if they were my friends, yes I need help) clutched a fabulous VBH yesterday– the Palm Clutch in Shocking Mastice Drip Python (even the name … Continue reading “Clutch it like Samantha! VBH on SATC 2”

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FENDI Skunk Fur Bag

Are we out of skins to use for bags? You know, like leather, crocodile, python– what, no good anymore? So now we have to resort to road kill? I mean it’d make sense for Davy Crockett to utilize skunk fur (to repel other animals from his food stash?) during the three years he roamed the … Continue reading “FENDI Skunk Fur Bag”

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Halston Pony Skin clutch

This is a puzzing clutch from Halston, it’s going for the cool deconstructed look but literally falls short.  The exposed suede portion is completely out of place and the wristlet strap is strange to the point of distraction.  I know this is supposed to be a grab and go clutch but I just don’t jive … Continue reading “Halston Pony Skin clutch”

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Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile Striped Tote

This striped crocodile tote from Nancy Gonzalez is really unique and interesting, not to mention a thousand times better looking in person.  The strips of crocodile meticulously sewn on to the suede gives it the accordion looking pleats that I find most appealing.  It’s like getting the look of fringes without actual fringes.  I’m also … Continue reading “Nancy Gonzalez Crocodile Striped Tote”

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Oscar de la Renta “Taylor” Python hobo

Each season, I choose an Oscar de la Renta bag (or two… or three…) to add to my collection. This fall, I’m eyeing the “Taylor” python hobo. The bag itself is a simple classic shape that Oscar has done time and again but the handle offers a naughty twist– it’s hand woven from leather and … Continue reading “Oscar de la Renta “Taylor” Python hobo”

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The Curious Case of the “Python” Birkin

I have been an avid Hermes bag collector for almost 13 years and continually educate myself on the skins, the styles and colors each season. I was always told that Hermes stays away from python skin (not snob worthy enough for bags, but Hermes is making python shoes next season!) so imagine my surprise when I came upon this photo of Karina Smirnoff with a python Birkin!!!

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