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Travel Handbags and Purses

Céline Medium Luggage Tote

It’s official: Phoebe Philo’s Céline luggage bag is a resounding hit! In fashion circles, where the ladies have their pick of the litter when it comes to designer bags, everyone I know has been paying full price–yes, full price–for this new must-have. Last week I was with my friend Amanda Brooks and I couldn’t help … Continue reading “Céline Medium Luggage Tote”

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YSL.com Re-launches with Exclusive Collections

Shopping for your favorite YSL leathergoods and accessories just got that much easier. YSL.com re-launched over the weekend with a fresh assortment of the French label’s iconic products. The best part? Many of the items have never-before-been-seen in boutiques! Globally exclusive groups (translation: U.S. exclusves) included such summer perfect collections as “Bright Red,” “Leopard” and … Continue reading “YSL.com Re-launches with Exclusive Collections”

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Snobulous Holiday Gift Ideas

Are you done with holiday shopping?  If you are procrastinating it’s probably for those on your list who are notoriously difficult to shop for. That’s why I have chosen a theme this year, catered to the jet-setting set. Travel gifts are thoughtful, fun and pragmatic.  There are extravagant options but most are absolutely affordable but … Continue reading “Snobulous Holiday Gift Ideas”

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Smythson Make-Up Brush Roll

Skip this post if you’re on any kind of a budget! For those who have the means to indulge their whims however, how chic is this this Smythson Make-Up Brush Roll ($540)? Made from subtle coral-colored calfskin it has a papaya colored leather lining and comes with 8 professional quality brushes and tweezers. It couldn’t … Continue reading “Smythson Make-Up Brush Roll”

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Anya Hindmarch Makeup Case

This is the ultimate for makeup on the go. Or if you are lower maintenance, this may be enough to house all your makeup for travel. I have a makeup pouch for my bag but there is no organization and it doesn’t really fit compacts. And I am a total snob about brushes so there … Continue reading “Anya Hindmarch Makeup Case”

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Samsonite by Alexander McQueen

Alexander McQueen designed a line of luggage for Samsonite Black Label that is influenced by emaciated skeletal models. Is that a good thing? Is that what you want to look at when you’re traveling?

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