Handbags that never go outta style

The style of a designer handbag is one of the main reasons why this particular fashion accessory is fun to shop for. There are so many different styles of handbags to choose from that is why it's so hard to choose just one handbag. Every outfit calls for different style of handbag so this gives women more reasons to buy a minimum of three handbag styles to match whatever their outfit is. To help you out which types of handbag to buy, this article covers the Top 3 Handbag Styles that never come out on the latest fashion trend.

1. The Tote

Tote Handbags are very popular because they are casual yet very practical to use. These bags usually fall in the middle of the body, around the elbow. They are usually big that's why they provide a lot of space for women's essential things that are too large for a purse. They usually only have one or two compartments and are available with a number of images on them or a simple solid color.

2. The Clutch

A clutch is a handbag which does not have handles and is meant to be carried in the hand. That said they are usually quite small and only provide enough space for the personal small belongings of women such as make up, cosmetic products and other girly things. These bags can be casual or dressy and are often worn to an evening gathering and other formal occasions because they are so small and convenient to carry.


3. The Satchel

A handbag that has one, sometimes two, large straps that goes over one shoulder and across the body. This type of handbag is best appropriate in most women who are working in an office. They have to use this handbag because they need to carry their important files whenever they have a meeting or if they need to bring their paper works in their home. It is also often used by most students to help them carry their books and other school stuffs. Using satchel does not only help women to hold their bulky files and things in a more convenient way but also enhance their fashion outlook.

10 Fabulous Designer Belts …

If you thought belts were used only to hold up your trousers, think again! These designer belts are so much more than that, they are some must-have designer accessories! Take a look and you won’t be able to walk away! Here’s a run down on what’s in this season!

1. Ralph Lauren Black Label Silver Chain O-Ring Belt

Price: $1,195.00 at Saks

Ralph Lauren really does make some interesting stuff and that is definitely that case with this belt. You will find the two O-rings and alligator straps on this belt extraordinary as it mixes in with the silver chain attached to it.

2. Melamed Ribbon Bow Waist Belt

Price: $214,00 at Saks

If you are looking to pay for a belt and get your money’s worth, this is a great one. This one will add that flair of romance that you have been searching for. It is approximately one inch wide and has been handcrafted in the United States.

Gucci Wide Elastic Belt

Price: $395,00 at Saks

For those of you that have a taste for wide elastic, I know you are going to enjoy this one. It has patent leather trip on it, which really does add to the fashion. It also has a trapezoid shaped plexiglass buckle. It is made in lovely Italy.

4. Chloé Leather chainlink belt

Price: $1,490 at net-a-porter

This fall, why not try out this belt? I have many belts, but I think this one just might be my personal favorite. I paid a bit more than the price above and found that it is absolutely stunning. It will definitely create that urban style.

5. Yves Saint Laurent Chain belt

Price: $1,380 at net-a-porter

If you would like to pull that look together once and for all, then I recommend this belt to you. Sure, it may be expensive, but it is elegant and I know for a fact that it is going to turn heads. If you do not want to wear it around your waist at times, then you can wear it around your neck.

6. Temperley London Lalita leather belt

Price: $695,00 at net-a-porter

Do you have some outfits that you would like to sharpen up a bit? If so, then this Lalita leather belt would definitely be a great adventure for you. I found that it gives my dresses an added twist, which I absolutely adore.

7. Electric multi-chain leather belt

Price: $240,00 at net-a-porter

I really liked this belt as it went with many of my outfits I had. I like to wrap it around my favorite pair of jeans. Then there are times where I like to wrap it around my favorite sweater dress in order to create a sense of style.

8.Miu Miu

Price: $455,00 at net-a-porter

Would you like to turn heads? If so, then you will definitely be getting your money’s worth when it comes to this belt. It is a dark brown studded suede belt. You can use it around your skinniest jeans in order to get that downtown effect.

9. HTC New Crossy belt

Price: $275,00 at net-a-porter

For those of you that enjoy having a taste of fashion on your waist, this is the perfect time. You can wear this with a simple tee and some leggings and get away with it. In fact, it will look great.

10. Gucci Heart-Shaped Crest Buckle Belt

Price: $240,00 at Saks

Here is yet another lovely belt that has been made by Gucci. This is also a heart shaped belt. It is made out of leather with antique brass hardware. It is around 1 ½ inches wide and has also been made in Italy. It will go great with a lot of outfits you have in your closet.

Very, very ugly shoes

It seems like only days ago we were laughing at poor Nicky Hilton and her ugly plastic see-through shoes. When I first saw that photo, I thought: why would someone in their right mind design a shoe like that? Did Nicky find this in her mother's closet, filled with things from the hallucinogenic 70s?

But then I found out that people I believed had impeccable taste could do wrong too: style.com sports Candy's A list accessories report, where under New York you can find Donna Karan - Plastic Saskia slingback with jet-black Swarovski crystals.

Candy Pratts Price, is it only me or is Donna Karan loosing it?

It's not only the big designer names; you can find clear plastic shoes everywhere.

Is this becoming a trend? If so, I don't want anything to do with it.

Spring Jewelry To Light Up Your Look

I've long been lauding the power of a good statement necklace (talk about an outfit deal-maker!). And with a new season of skin-baring dresses and little white T-shirts awaiting us, I had to go out there in search of a new batch of modern bling.

To make your decision-making quick and dirty, with moonstones, beads, charms, and chains we've got something for everyone, diehard hippies included!

Messy Layered Necklaces



Above, clockwise from left: J. Crew Crystal Rock Necklace (layered with other necklaces), $128, available at J. Crew; Gemma Redux Abalone Blaise Necklace, $444, available at Charm & Chain; Fallon Patitz Choker, $215, available at Barneys New York.


Native American-Inspired



Above, clockwise from left: Iosselliani Horn Necklace, $615, available at Barneys New York; Gerard Yosca Glamahawk Necklace, $400, available at Charm & Chain; Tory Burch Maggie Cuff, $225, available at Tory Burch; Bing Bang Cherokee Multi-Strand Necklace, $295, available at Bing Bang.

Egyptian Pieces



Above, clockwise from left: Banana Republic Nile Gems Bracelet, $49.50, available at Banana Republic; Fallon Cairo Bib Necklace, $355, available at Barneys New York; Low Luv x Erin Wasson Large Scarab Ring, $73, availale at Forward by Revolve; Giles & Brother Scarab Necklace, $290, available at Neiman Marcus.

BATGIRL!

It's not quite the white mask of my dreams but how fun would it be to walk down Charles St wearing your Luella Batman Mask Sunglasses? Or just all the time?

It would be super fun but probably not $400 worth--of course you could always rent them for $36 a week!

Doll up in these sexy Lingerie

Here are Six of the Best In Sexy Lingerie out there : they're indulgent, sensual and infinitely more pleasurable that its sporty cotton counterpart. So should you suspect your man has a lacy black something on his festive radar, steer him away from the crotchless body stocking (God help him) and towards this selection of lust-after lingerie.

Modelled by Sarah Harding, face and body of Ultimo, the new Miracle features generous gel padding to give your assets Something Kinda Ooh. Well, an extra cup size at least. Smooth enough to wear under a skinny rib rollneck (yep, we tried) this bra really does create *killer* cleavage. We like.

This gorgeous babydoll with shoulder ties and diamante encrusted Empire line comes with a teensy tie-side string. Referencing retro glam, this is the perfect ensemble for a spot of diva lounging (but be warned, you'll look so yummy you'll get absolutely no peace whatsoever).

Sculpting you with heavenly curves and cleavage worthy of a period drama, it looks beautiful with vertiginous heels and pencil skirt (and even more beautiful without). Front-fastening with frilled detail, traditional spiral boning and back lacing, this is lingerie to stop pulses… and traffic.

I'm loving the padded plunge bra and the cutesy ruffle on this delectable little thong. It's fun, it's flirty, it's feminine.

Hear ye, ladies of curves, bosoms are getting bigger. Ten years ago the average cup size was 34B-C and today it's 36D. So it makes our little hearts sing when we see beautiful lingerie that's designed for the fuller bust. Underwired and unpadded, the Eva plunge provides full support for cup sizes up to JJ. With matching string, short or bustier the collection is intricately detailed with fine embroidery, polka dots and satin trim. Can you tell we've rather fallen for it?

Mmmm… silk lingerie. Quite the seratonin-booster - up there with shoe-shopping and sipping Perrier Jouet. This chic little balconette features pintuck detailing, scalloped lace trim and contrast slot ribbon detail to match the suspender and thong or French knicker. We want. We want.

Colour me Purple

Notice how brocade, satin, lustre, shine,fur, frills and feathers are all part of the look. These materials are used extensively to make purple accessories.

Image left courtesy Harvey Nichols

The high street shops are gearing up for the party season with these purple Diamanté Wedding Sandals.

Skins such as suede, fur and reptilian style leathers are all part of the look for autumn 2006. On the right is a purple crocodile jacket with fox collar from Gucci.

Purple is prized as the amethyst gemstone and has been used to make gorgeous jewellery as cut stones or simple tumbled stones for centuries.

Bring out the purple colours in your outfits with purple toned jewellery.

Purple is a main colour for this winter's fashions and you cannot go wrong with any garment or accessory in such a hot colour as purple. And of course, if you want to get ahead then get a hat like this one.