Friday, 11 July 2014

Kim Kardashian Pairs a Blond Wig with an All-Black Birkin

People got excited for a hot minute when Kim Kardashian tweeted that she had dyed her hair blond again, but then Kim later burst everyone’s bubble by revealing via Instagram that her new blond locks were actually just a wig. Which is too bad, because I liked blond Kim. Here she is, reveling in her flaxen-haired deception for a day on the streets of NYC. Her bag is her trusty Hermes So Black Birkin, which works extremely well with Kanye’s uber-strict designer dress code.

Kim has been carrying this bag a lot recently – here she is holding it close at LAX last month, and here she is just last week in NYC, carrying it with another all-black ensemble. You can check out all of Kim’s many Birkins in “The Many, Many Bags of Kim Kardashian.” To her credit, she has only been seen carrying this hand-painted Hermes nightmare that Kanye gifted her last X-mas once.

Gucci Debuts Bright Diamante

Somehow, Gucci never seems to go wrong with its huge line of handbags. For pre-fall, the brand delved into its vast creative archives to bring back the house’s Diamante leather in an array of bright colors.

Thursday, 10 July 2014

Bag of the Week: The Alexander McQueen Heroine Shoulder Bag

Bag: Alexander McQueen Heroine Shoulder BagPrice: $2,085 Why It’s the Bag of the Week: Although this design isn’t new, its feels fresh in this totally gorgeous shade of ultra-pale blush, with just enough black edgepaint to define its lines. I much prefer this version of the Heroine to the original tote – the closure is much more functional and intuitive on this shoulder bag.

Kourtney Kardashian Shops with a White Givenchy Bag

Here’s Kourtney Kardashian, shopping in the Meatpacking District in NYC, wearing a rather casual ensemble that seems a little reminiscent of something one might see in a Kardashian boudoir. (I like the idea of wearing silk shorts in broad daylight conceptually, but I’m not sure it’ll ever catch on.) Her bag is an adorable Givenchy Antigona Mini Bag with red trim. We just saw Kourtney in the Hamptons last week on TalkShoes, wearing a pair of Stuart Weitzman wedges. Kourtney is the sole remaining Kardashian sister who is without her own edition of “Many Bags,” but while you’re waiting for us to whip that one up, you can take a look at the vast wealth of handbags that her sisters Kim, Khloe and Kylie and Kendall lay claim to.

Wednesday, 9 July 2014

Backpacking Around Europe

Tina and I designed the Snob Essentials Runway backpack for countless scenarios, and one of our favorites is travel. Whether you’re hiking around a tropical island or perusing the streets of Italy, this bag helps you get on your way, with no-muss, no-fuss. Who wants to spend time planning your outfit when you could be out exploring or shopping?

I loved shooting in front of Florence’s 1880 Tepidarium for our Luisa via Roma Firenze4Ever Style Lab, but to be honest, that printed dress was a view in itself! Pairing it with the backpack was a spirited way to wear Brazilian designer Fabiana Milazzo’s luxuriously beaded gown, especially with Idriss Guelai Atelier’s golden skeleton glove.

Tickled in Turquoise

What’s the color of summer 2014? Officially turquoise! Celebs can’t seem to get enough of our bags in the vibrant, summery hue, and we can’t get enough of seeing these gorgeous girls in them!

Emmy Rossum is all about the Runway backpack. With a versatile top handle, so you can carry it a variety of ways, and multiple hidden compartments, it’s so perfect for the busy chanteuse and actress. How beautiful is she? I can’t wait for Shameless to return to the small screen in the fall!

Tuesday, 8 July 2014

Prada Tessuto Camo-Print Tote Bag

At the moment, Prada has an entire camo collection, but that doesn’t really faze me. All it takes is one, and I’m only interested in this one. I have to say it’s the practicality that won me over, naturally. This unaffected and easy tote is perfect for those days when you’re feeling like you need half your closet with you and can’t bear to part with your favorite things and supposed essentials (even though you know you don’t need it, it’s nice to have.