Aubrey O’Day spotted with the Louis Vuitton Alma MM

Aubrey O’Day turned a trip to the salon into her own personal photoshoot this weekend. Guess that’s what happens when you have no career to speak of, gotta take advantage of ‘fame’ any way you can get it. The former Danity Kane singer was spotted visiting Valerie Salon in Los Angeles, California and while she was smiling for the paps, her face looked waxier than Heidi Montag’s. But at least Aubrey’s zig zag print dress and Amarante Louis Vuitton Alma MM looked nice.

Vanessa Hudgens totes a new bag - the Balenciaga Giant City with gold hardware

You know you’re growing up when you start carrying Balenciaga bags. Vanessa Hudgens seems to have traded in her JJ Winters fringe and zip hobos for a Balenciaga Giant City with gold hardware. She was spotted shopping this weekend at Diesel on Melrose in Los Angeles, California. She toted her purchases along with her haute handbag. The Balenciaga collection of bags are ‘new’ classics and absolute must-haves for chic celebrity chicks, like Vanessa herself!

Photos: Lacroix/Wireimage

Bai Ling travels through LAX with the Sonia Rykiel Studded Domino bag

There are so many things we could say about Bai Ling’s outfit that she wore traveling through Los Angeles International Airport, but that would take more time than we have. Or care to waste. So we’ll just focus on the one, non-kooky piece in her look - her Sonia Rykiel Studded Domino bag. It’s a great bag that would look better on the arms of a less crazy, more important celebrity. That is all.

Photo: Jun Sato/Wireimage

Shop online sample sales for Friday 1/29/10

Shop online sample sales for Friday 1/29/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping!

Beyond the Rack: Mens Neckware, Rudsak, NYLA Shoes, Pink Tartan, Rich & Skinny

Billion Dollar Babes: Cocobelle, KASIL Jeans and Women’s Designer Fragrances

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Enviius: This is J, Dace

Estile: Karen Walker Eyewear, Nicolette, Multi-designer sale

Gilt Groupe: Lanvin, Proenza Schouler, Nina Ricci Sunglasses, Eddie Borgo Jewelry, Cynthia Rowley Legwear, Kosta Boda, Puma Sneakers, Moleskine

Gilt Fuse: Harajuku Lovers, Penny Loves Kenny

Gilt Jetsetter: The Charles Hotel – Cambridge, The Marcel at Gramercy – NY

Gilt Man: John Varvatos Star USA, Moleskine, Sector Watches, INHABIT

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Gomatta Girls: Matisse, n.fem.

HauteLook: Walter, January Watch blowout, Gorjana, Faith Connexion, Whiting and Davis, Booty Parlor, Kieselstein-Cord, Ola Lola, Kids Ink

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Lucky Chic: Apple, JetBlue, Dolce & Gabbana, Temptu, Louis Vuitton

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Reverse by Revolve: Habitual, BB Dakota

RowNine: Valentine’s Day - Carla Mancini Pillows, Scott Kay Men’s Jewelry Boutique

Rue La La: Gant, Penguin, Timberland, Robert Wander, Madame Alexander

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Fergie loves the Vita Fede Attura clutch in gunmetal

Not sure how Fergie’s feeling about Josh (Duhamel) these days. Have you seen them lately? They might be standing next to one another but there’s clearly a lot of tension. Their ’stiff, can’t face one another’ body language speaks volumes. And although they may have been spotted ‘together’ on the red carpet at recent events, Fergie seems to be more in love with her other piece of arm candy – the Vita Fede Attura clutch. This gunmetal bag has been on her arm more than Josh lately. She was spotted carrying it both outside the Hotel Martinez in Cannes and on the red carpet at the NRJ Music Awards.

Vita Fede’s Attura clutch ($2,290) will be available mid February on VitaFede.com.

Celebrity manbag spotting: Jay-Z in Paris with Louis Vuitton Ostrich Skin Backpack

Well it looks like Beyonce isn’t the only luxury bag lover in the Carter household. She and her hubby Jay-Z, recently named ‘Hollywood’s richest couple‘, have been taking in all the Paris Menswear Fashion Week shows and Mr. Shawn Carter was spotted in Paris carrying an Ostrich Skin Backpack ($24,900) from Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer 2010 collection. He sported the bag with a plaid jacket with leather sleeves, Oliver Peoples ‘Daddy B’ sunglasses, jeans and Timberlands.

The grey bag features nothing more than luxe ostrich skin – no logos, no monogram canvas, and minimal hardware. The bag is the ultimate in luxury, and really looks more like Hermes or Bottega Veneta bags, in all its simplicity. Guess the couple that buys luxury bags together, stays together. And it seems like Beyonce’s high fashion influence is rubbing off on Jay.

Would you rock (or buy for your guy) this Louis Vuitton Ostrich Skin Backpack?

Shop online sample sales for Thursday 1/28/10

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Beyond the Rack: Dereon, Jayn Simpson, Sari by Ocean, Pure & Simple, Meira T, Pretty Ballerinas

Billion Dollar Babes: Kalorik, Porridge Home, Orly Beauty, Pangea Organics

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Enviius: Dace

Estile: Karen Walker Eyewear, Nicolette, Multi-designer sale

Gilt Groupe: LuminessAir, Vena Cava, Shipley & Halmos, Gryphon, Jewelry by Maya Brenner & Privileged, Vinotemp, Cass & Co., Jan Leslie Cufflinks for Him, Salviati & Nason Moretti Murano Glass, Elite Leather, Jewelry by Sydney Evan and Carolina Bucci

Gilt Fuse: Jewelry by Maya Brenner & Privileged, Gold Hawk and Chelsea Flower, LuminessAir

Gilt Jetsetter: The Charles Hotel - Cambridge, The Marcel at Gramercy - NY

Gilt Man: Ralph Lauren, Elite Leather, Jan Leslie, Salviati & Nason Moretti Murano Glass, Vinotemp, Rogan

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Gomatta Girls: My Tribe, Seychelles, See Thru Soul

HauteLook: Amrita Singh, Autumn Cashmere, Jalda, Portolano, Demeter Fragrance Library, Tateossian London

ideeli: Tommy Hilfiger, Hype, ABS Jewelry, LeSportsac, Vertigo Paris, MM Couture

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Lucky Chic: Starbucks, Chanel, Bialetti

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Rent the Runway: New Arrivals from Helmut Lang, Herve Leger, Doo.ri, and More!

Reverse by Revolve: Habitual, BB Dakota

RowNine: Scott Kay Men’s Jewelry sale

Rue La La: Rock & Republic, Andrea Candela, Robert Craig Winery

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The Top Secret: Hype, THRO Home by Marlo Lorenz

First look: Alexander Wang’s spring bags on shopbop

Alexander Wang’s spring bags have just debuted on shopbop.com and we can’t wait to get our hands on the entire collection. But the true standout is the Alexander Wang Darla Pyramid Clutch. If you loved the Alexander Wang Coco Duffel and adore clutches, this bag is the best of both worlds. Made of the same black pebbled leather found on most of Wang’s bags, this clutch is pyramid shaped with a vertical zip closure and seam on the front and oversized black bullet head studs on the back. $495 may be a lot to shell out for a clutch but with Wang’s sturdy leather and stud detail, and timeless design, this bag will be one you’ll want to clutch forever. (Measures 9.5″ x 10.5″).

Now if the clutch isn’t for you, for just 200 more you can snag the Rocco Baby Duffel Bag. Like the Coco, the Rocco is duffel-shaped and also features black pebbled leather, double rolled handles and black oversized studs at the bottom. It’s obviously larger than the Pyramid Clutch, but slightly smaller than the Coco (at 11″ x 12″ x 9″ with a 3″ strap drop), which is perfect since the Coco is a pretty heavy bag. There’s also an additional version for $875 – the Rocco Mini Duffel – measuring 12″ x 13″ x 10″ with a 3″ strap drop, and features two zip pockets on the sides.

Which is your favorite Alexander Wang bag?

Shop online sample sales for Wednesday 1/27/10

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Beyond the Rack: Whitney Eve, Hype, Toywatch, Antique Rivet, Ginch Gonch

Billion Dollar Babes: Kalorik, Porridge Home, Orly Beauty, Pangea Organics

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Enviius: Nixxi

Estile: Karen Walker Eyewear, Nicolette, Multi-designer sale

Gilt Groupe: Thread Social, Bill Blass, Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, Ella Moss, Kevia Jewelry, Sweet Dreams

Gilt Fuse: Kelsi Dagger, Ella Moss, Vitamin A, Nooka Watches

Gilt Jetsetter: Keswick Hall at Monticello, VA: American Estate Living by Orient-Express, The Standard - Miami Beach

Gilt Man: Dunhill, Ted Baker Footwear, Jack Spade, Sweet Dreams, Trovata, Nooka Watches

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Gomatta Girls: Gomatta Girls, Hot Tuna, Pink Polka Dot

HauteLook: BCBG MAXAZRIA, Dittos blowout, Steiner Sports Memorabilia, Nashelle, Mor, Matty M, Cia Maritima, Classic Coffee & Tea, Cupcakes & Pastries

ideeli: Kensie, Ben Sherman, Identify, Designer sunglasses, Belargo

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Lucky Chic: Express, Whole Foods, Aveda

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Rent the Runway: New Arrivals from Helmut Lang, Herve Leger, Doo.ri, and More!

Reverse by Revolve: Habitual, BB Dakota

RowNine: Scott Kay Men’s Jewelry sale

Rue La La: French Connection Women’s and Men’s, Kick Up Your Heels: The Classics, Sea+Sun in the Caribbean: Windstar Cruises

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The Top Secret: Hype, Body Language

Weekly Shopping and Goodies

A Few Goody Gumdrops is giving away a luscious Lavender Bodycare Set from L’Occitane. Enter to win!

Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy asks: can you tell they’re fake? With a pair of Revlon False Lashes

Couture In The City is in love with luxury handbag designer Nyla Noor.

Fashion Cents gives you 7 tips for creating a new style in this new year.

Fashion Hippo found quality jewelry at inexpensive prices. Make a spring statement.

Handbag du Jour’s haute bag of the week is the Danielle Nicole Sarah Clutch.

Ladybrillemag.com says BabesAboutTown.com is THE place for Hip Mom & Dads!

Princess Dominique wants to doll up your boots with Shewlery Sailor Girl Rope Chain with Anchor Giveaway Enter for a Chance to Win!

Shopping and Info wants pink and white cupcakes for Valentine’s Day and maybe some La Mer skin care for the winter weather.

SomeoneSpoilMe.com gives you ideas on what to give your favorite guy for Valentine’s Day!

Style Eyes shows how Eco and Ethical fashion got affordable and very stylish.

StyleMaven is ready for stormy weather in her fur-trimmed and fabulous Sorel Joan of Arctic boots.

The Bare Skinny shows you how the celebs stayed fashionable while helping Haiti.

The Curvy Fashionista fashions a roundup of chic plus sized lingerie right in time for Valentine’s Day!

TheFind Blog is giving away a decadent gift of Patchi chocolates that will impress even the pickiest Valentine! Enter here to win.

What’s Haute Magazine is in love with a little stud - the Be & D Memphis Stud Stirrup boots!

Beyonce’s Red Ruffle Bag by November XVIII

Beyonce’s latest bag may not be one you’ve heard of (yet), but as a trendsetter, she’s always on to what’s hot and what’s next. She was spotted in Nice, France toting her Red Ruffle Bag by November XVIII. Designed by Patricia Lukoszek, November XVIII (named for her birthday) bags are composed of slouchy, butter soft leathers and feature apparel draping techniques. They designer says she approaches the bags as if they are clothing, and stays away from flashy hardware. Which is perfect for Beyonce, who has more flash than she’ll ever need.

November XVIII handbags are available in stores (not online) at Barney’s.

Shop online sample sales for Tuesday 1/26/10

Shop online sample sales for Tuesday 1/26/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping!

Beyond the Rack: Radiance Pearl, Chaiken, Gucci, Jenny Bird, CAT

Billion Dollar Babes

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Enviius: Femm Boutique, XOXO Blowout

Estile: Karen Walker Eyewear, Nicolette, Multi-designer sale

Gilt Groupe: Loree Rodkin Jewelry, Risto, Nanette Lepore Shoes, Judy Ross, Lerario Beatriz, Richard Chai

Gilt Fuse: Black Halo, Seychelles

Gilt Jetsetter: Hotel Palomar Philadelphia: A Kimpton Hotel, Snake River Lodge – Wyoming: Jackson Hole

Gilt Man: Hickey, Dakine, PRO-Keds, Judy Ross, Warriors of Radness, WeSC

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Gomatta Girls: Ten79LA, Raj, 213

HauteLook: Rachel Pally, Decades Two, Ebel, Pink Tartan, Saxon Chocolates, Pur Cashmere, Duneier of New York, Rotenier, Lady Primrose

ideeli: Fergie, Locman, Crunch, Taylor, Shu Shu, E.vil, Winter Mix

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Lucky Chic: Bare Escentuals, Amazon.com, Whole Foods

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Rent the Runway: New Arrivals from Helmut Lang, Herve Leger, Doo.ri, and More!

Reverse by Revolve: Habitual, BB Dakota

RowNine: Jewels of the Ocean

Rue La La: W Hotels, W Hotels Bed, Fratelli Rosetti men’s and women’s, J Vineyards & Winery

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The Top Secret: Body Language, Ken Paves

Spotted: Jessica Simpson with her Limited Edition Louis Vuitton Oskar Waltz Ostrich Lizard & Snake Runway Bag

Jessica Simpson can’t seem to catch a break these days. Once she was a mediocre pop star with a hugely successful show and a doting husband. Now she’s a mediocre pop star who’s constantly poked fun at regarding her weight, and can’t seem to keep a guy. But one thing she still has is her sense of style. Read more

Linea Pelle’s ‘Handbags for Haiti’

Linea Pelle is the latest of many designers to join the fight to help Haiti after the devastating earthquake. For every purchase of an item from the Linea Pelle “Alyssa” or “Janis” collections, Linea Pelle will donate 50% of the proceeds to UNICEF or Doctors Without Borders. Choose from the Alyssa shoulder bag and clutch, or the Janis Fringe Tote and clutch. After selecting your item, you can choose which charity you prefer to donate to. Want to help? Click here to shop Haiti Relief Bags.

SHOP Linea Pelle handbags NOW

Haute Bag of the Week: Danielle Nicole Sarah Clutch

At Handbag du Jour, we love a good clutch. While clutches may not be the most practical of bags, they’re super cute, and on a night out, they make the best bag companion. No one wants to tote along a bulky shoulder bag or satchel to a club or bar! We stumbled upon the Danielle Nicole Sarah Clutch and it was instant bag love. Read more

Shop online sample sales for Monday 1/25/10

Shop online sample sales for Monday 1/25/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping!

Beyond the Rack: Chinese Laundry, Domino Jeans, Industry, Erica Anenberg, Doucette Duvall

Billion Dollar Babes: Blake Standard, Baby Star, Paige Lauren Baby

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Enviius: La Fee Verte, Femm Boutique jewelry

Estile: Karen Walker Eyewear, Nicolette

Gilt Groupe: Alexander Wang, Lunt Silversmiths, Marc Jacobs Collection, Jewelry by DANNIJO and Diana Broussard, Furla

Gilt Fuse: Juicy Couture Handbags & Watches, Nugaard Jewelry

Gilt Jetsetter: Long Bay Beach Resort, British Virgin Islands: Hillside Treasure in Tortola, The Verdana at Grace Bay: Oceanside Charm in Turks & Caicos

Gilt Man: Gant, Heutchy

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Gomatta Girls: Lovely People, Sweet Pea

HauteLook: Rolex, Dylan’s Candy Bar, Bejeweled, Sue Wong, The Sak, Danielle Stevens jewelry, It Jeans, Gianna Rose Atelier

ideeli: Rebecca Minkoff handbags and apparel, Valentine’s Gift Pick, Atelier, Seychelles, Bread & Butter, Julieri

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Lucky Chic: Amazon.com, Armani Exchange, Forever 21

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Rent the Runway: New Arrivals from Helmut Lang, Herve Leger, Doo.ri, and More!

Reverse by Revolve: Eight Sixty, Central Park West, Kris Van Assche

RowNine: Men’s Luxury Fragrances, Jewels of the Ocean, Scott Kay Men’s Jewelry, Carla Mancini Pillows Boutique

Rue La La: LAGOS, Havaianas, TOM FORD, Ann Gish

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The Top Secret: Ken Paves

Hermes-style bags (without the hefty Hermes price)

My colleague, Melissa, recently mentioned that she discovered her dream bag. Unfortunately, it was the Hermès Birkin Bag, and the price and waiting list was less of a dream; more of a nightmare. So she asked Handbag du Jour to find some Hermes-style handbags for her, in a more affordable price range. Now we’re not proponents of ‘look-alike’ knockoffs but we found several well-styled designer bags that could give both the Hermes Birkin and the Hermes Kelly a run for their money. Read more

Rihanna on her way to ‘Help for Haiti Now’ with her Givenchy Nylon Small New Sacca Top handle bag

Spiky studded accessories must be what’s hot in the R&B streets right now. Yesterday we saw Beyonce out and about in Paris wearing spiky studded gloves paired with studded leggings. Next, Rihanna was spotted in Heathrow Airport in London, England on her way to perform ‘Haiti Mon Amour’ with Jay-Z and Bono at the ‘Hope For Haiti Now‘ telethon. She toted a new bag, of course – the Givenchy Nylon Small New Sacca Top handle bag with gold spike studs all over. Love the bag, even if it does look like a 16th century weapon.

Buy for $ 1,037 at LUISAVIAROMA.COM

Beyonce and her Balenciaga Arena Day bag party it up all night in Paris for Men’s Fashion Week

Beyonce may have said ‘buh-bye’ to her alter ego, Sasha Fierce, but it doesn’t look like she bid adieu to Sasha’s ‘fierce’ fashion sense. Mrs. Carter and her hubby Jay-Z were spotted leaving L’Avenue restaurant in Paris before heading to see some shows at Paris Menswear Fashion Week this week. She rocked quite the edgy look of an acid-washed denim-look boucle cropped jacket, studded black leggings. She accessorized with matching 3.1 Phillip Lim studded black fingerless gloves, black Ray Ban sunglasses, a Balenciaga Arena Classic Day bag in Outremer (bright blue) and Louboutins on her feet, of course. Looks very ‘Sasha Fierce’ to us.

Photos: Splash News

Shopper’s delight - Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Studded Grocery Bag

Every where you shop, everyone seems to be going ‘green’. So that means less plastic bags, and more reusable ones. Most of the ‘green’ shopping bags are pretty hideous. They consist of colorful fabric ‘totes’ made of materials that aren’t sturdy enough to carry all of your things in. We wish more of them looked like the Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent Studded Grocery Bag. Read more

Kim Kardashian and her Hermes Birkin, haute off the (LAX) runway

It looks like airports have more runways than one. There’s the one for planes, of course, and it seems, one for celebs. Whatever happened to the days of traveling comfortably? Kim Kardashian - who rarely steps out the door looking less than spectacular - was spotted going through LAX airport dressed a lot nicer than most of us do when we travel. Kim looked like she was ready to step off the plane and right into a shopping excursion with her mom and sisters. Leather biker jacket. Raj stud & chain scarf. Black Hermes Birkin bag. And two pillows? Well, a beauty’s gotta make sure she gets her beauty sleep.

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Shop online sample sales for Wednesday 1/20/10

Shop online sample sales for Wednesday 1/20/10 at Gilt, Gilt Fuse, ideeli, Row Nine, Rue La La, Billion Dollar Babes, Editor’s Closet, Beyond the Rack, HauteLook, Enviius, Gomatta Girls, Lucky Chic, One King’s Lane, Reverse by Revolve, Jetsetter, Gilt Man, Estile, DD Push, The Top Secret, The Skinny, Juxzy, GlamList and Rent the Runway. Just click on the links to sign up and start shopping!

Beyond the Rack: J Brand, Issue, Roberto Cavalli sunglasses, Curtis & Co., Wink

Billion Dollar Babes: Dear Creatures, Institute Liberal, Laura Elizabeth

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Enviius: Christian Audigier watches

Estile: Bowie, Yu Couture, Multi-designer sale

Gilt Groupe: Alexander McQueen, Diane von Furstenberg Shoes, Alexander McQueen Accessories, Thomas Paul, Splendid, Shoshanna & Rosa Cha Swimwear, Johnstons Cashmere, M+J Savitt, Savitt Collection Jewelry

Gilt Fuse: Splendid, Mason by Michelle Mason and Lauren Moffatt, Invicta Watches, Butter & Bloch

Gilt Jetsetter: 21c Museum Hotel - Louisville; Farmhouse Inn - Sonoma, CA

Gilt Man: Portolano Men’s Gloves and Scarves, J Lindeberg, 2(x)ist, Thomas Paul, Pantherella, Johnstons Cashmere, Invicta Watches

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Gomatta Girls: Jlee Silver, Blue Tassel

HauteLook: Madison & Marcus, Jamison, Gemma, Furla, Millard Filmore, Kenneth Jay Lane, LaRocca, Cozy Down, Twirls & Twigs

ideeli: Cinzia Rocca Due, Chelsea & Theodore, Rachel & Rebecca, Blue Tassel, Anama, Chooka|Western Chief

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Lucky Chic: Starbucks, Bare Escentuals, Bebe

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Reverse by Revolve: Eight Sixty, Central Park West, Kris Van Assche

RowNine: Viroy Jewelry, Monteverde Writing Instruments

Rue La La: Joe Zee for ELLE: The Make Better Boutique, CASS Luxury Shapewear, ESQ by Movado, Corioliss

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The Skinny: Whish

The Top Secret: Karmel & Alden Denim, Swarovski Crystal Earrings

Weekly Shopping & Goodies: The Must-Have Handbag

The Fashionable Housewife dishes on the Miche Handbag that is growing in popularity. It’s the interchangeable purse with changeable shells to suit your every mood!

A Few Goody Gumdrops is giving away a fabulous must-have beige patterned skin clutch from Aspinal of London. Enter to Win!

Bags, Bling & Beauty features not one, not two, but THREE Tory Burch Bags.

Being High Maintenance, not Bitchy cannot get enough of cross-body bags for Spring!

Fashion Cents encourages you to throw some social consciousness in your bag — eco friendly AND fashionable handbag options from Matt & Nat.

Fashion Fille is seriously digging this awesome handcuff clutch!

Fashion Hippo loves Marc by Marc Jacobs New Q Groovee Bag Win It Now!

Handbag du Jour is impressed with Herve Leger’s new handbag line, particularly the Crystal Clutch.

Quinta Trends introduces Tot-a-Lot, fashion for baby twins.

Shopping and Info loves this Marc Jacobs cross body bag.

SomeoneSpoilMe.com dishes out their favorites bags for 2010 for every budget!

Style Eyes tells why she loves the no nonense style of an old school satchel.

StyleMaven says Oh-la-la, I’m in L-O-V-E to Lanvin’s lovely Amalia Shoulder bags!

The Bare Skinny gives Marc Jacobs “Stam” handbag options for every budget.

TheFind Blog is giving away a gorgeous classic leather “Paris” satchel handbag from Aspinal of London, CLICK HERE to enter the giveaway now!

What’s Haute Magazine found a gem in Donna Karan’s element silver-tone clutch.

Taraji P. Henson travels light with Diane de Maria Bonnie bag

Diane de Maria is quickly becoming the celebrity ‘It’ bag. First Sarah Jessica Parker carried a hot pink version of the Bonnie bag to The Late Show with David Letterman; now Taraji P. Henson was spotted strolling through Reagan National Airport in her hometown of Washington D.C. with the black version. The actress was makeup free heading off the plane but she didn’t sacrifice style. She wore a casual outfit with some cool accessories – grey harness booties, her Diane de Maria bag and oversized sunglasses. She was in town for the 2010 BET Honors.

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Herve Leger Crystal Clutch

When we first discovered Herve Leger was making handbags, we shuddered. Due to our huge love of Balmain clothes and shoes and our subsequent huge disappointment with Balmain’s handbags, we didn’t even want to see what Herve Leger had in store. But then we took a peek at this Herve Leger Crystal Clutch and were pleasantly surprised. Herve Leger’s bandage dresses have become the gold standard for unstuffy evening wear, and it’s evening bags just may be the handbag equivalent. Read more

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