Snob Essentials
Messenger/Cross Body

Rebecca Minkoff ‘Classic MAC’ Crossbody Clutch: Lizard Luxury

This little lizard embossed leather beauty is chic as can be with piping and an optional chain strap. The Rebecca Minkoff ‘Classic MAC’ Crossbody clutch is compact, cute and has a touch of edginess which makes this a great wear for day to night. You really can’t go wrong with any of the color choices … Continue reading “Rebecca Minkoff ‘Classic MAC’ Crossbody Clutch: Lizard Luxury”

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Stella McCartney Electra Metal-Fringed Crossbody Bag: On the Fringe

The infusion of metal has done Stella well. It’s always refreshing to see her take it up a notch past the chain-trimmed Falabella; continuing with her heavy-metal theme, the otherwise-mundane Electra black shoulder bag. An adjustable strap lets you decide if you feel like slinging over your shoulder or sporting it across the body, and … Continue reading “Stella McCartney Electra Metal-Fringed Crossbody Bag: On the Fringe”

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Burberry Textured-Leather Crossbody Bag: I’ll Take One with Mustard, Please.

This little spicy number is a fantastic option for any of you who may be experiencing any “beginning of cold weather and muted colors” blues. As summer fades the colors tend to fade with it. The Burberry Textured Leather Crossbody bag is a fantastic way to brighten your mood. It’s sunny enough to bring on … Continue reading “Burberry Textured-Leather Crossbody Bag: I’ll Take One with Mustard, Please.”

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Theyskens’ Theory Anen Flap Bags: At Crisscross Purposes

It looks like Olivier Theyskens and his team at Theory (I know it’s old news by now, but I’m still loving the fact that this fluidly wearable collaboration exists in the first place!) have found their trademark. Hey, if it works, stick with it right? Those crisscrossing straps, breaking up the main cross-body strap, make … Continue reading “Theyskens’ Theory Anen Flap Bags: At Crisscross Purposes”

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Givenchy Pepe Messenger Bag: Cool Down and Crinkle Up

Whether it’s the Pepe or the Obsedia, Givenchy knows how to turn up the heat on the everyday messenger. While the Obsedia has rich pebbled leather, the crinkle-effect Pepe makes for a truly unexpected texture. In smoky blue, deep and muted at the same time, it’s a treasured find. The bag has a wavy, almost … Continue reading “Givenchy Pepe Messenger Bag: Cool Down and Crinkle Up”

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Balmain Award Clutch and Abroad Messenger Bag: The Battle of the Balmains

How could one design house produce two bags I have SUCH opposing opinions about? I’m feeling a little schizophrenic about my emotions at the moment, perhaps because when it comes to their bags, Balmain is revealing they have a multiple-personality disorder. Since I like to see the glass half full, let’s begin with the Award … Continue reading “Balmain Award Clutch and Abroad Messenger Bag: The Battle of the Balmains”

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