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View ArticleTiger of Sweden Sibylla Bucket Bag in black
My latest bag purchase. I have mentioned before that I celebrate every milestone in my life by buying a handbag. This bag was bought to celebrate my Swedish citizenship, which came through two weeks...
View ArticleRecommended consignment and resale sites
If you are not into prowling eBay or vintage shops for designer bags and accessories for whatever reason, then consignment and resale sites may be what you need. Of the ones below, I have used...
View ArticleSaint Laurent Sac de Jour top handle bag
I recently fell in love with the bag above, carried by Liz Hurley in a pap shot. I am not normally a fan of the way she dresses. I find it rather bland and anonymous but this bag I really loved. I had...
View ArticleMy bag matches the decor
Had lunch at Blueberry today and noticed that my purple ostrich Vanilla Paris bag matched the decor perfectly!
View ArticleFilofax Handbags
You don’t see many Filofax handbags for sale anymore. I am not sure if that is because most retailers have cut down on their Filofax selections or if Filofax in general is making fewer bags. I do like...
View ArticleTips for buying and caring for handbags
Johnny Loves Rosie tote I have had my share of handbag failures over the years. Mainly because I try to be a small dainty bag person but I am not. Or because I did not try the bag out before I bought...
View ArticleVanilla Paris bags and Gillios
This post is for Ashley who asked me how my Gillios fit into my Vanilla Paris bags. Here we go…. sorry about the bad picture quality. I have a bad camera and the gloom of a Swedish winter makes things...
View ArticleMulberry Bags, Planners and Jewellery
Tooled Mulberry Bayswater in Oak and Brown. Bought on sale at Heathrow Duty Free 2006. This bag has been used extensively for almost 8 years, as can be seen from the corners. Mulberry Roxanne in Oak....
View ArticleHOTD #37 – Black Pierre Balmain, Style 502724 from TKMaxx
This is a real bargain from TKMaxx – a very Balenciaga Lariat/City/Le Dix-alike bag in thick soft black leather with gold hardware. Very spacious and has a detachable shoulder strap and shorter...
View ArticleHandbags – the battle between form and function
Chanel Hula Hoop Handbag Spring 2013 I love handbags because for me they are my office, my shield, my armour, my pantry, my home. Here is an example of what I carry in my handbag every day. In addition...
View ArticleSpotting a Mulberry fake
Mulberry is one of the best leather brands around. It is also, unfortunately, one of most faked brands on the market. How to you avoid accidentally buying a fake? 1. Buy from an authorised retailer....
View ArticleNice handbag site
Someone recommended thelittlegreenbag site to me a few weeks ago. Have had a good browse and they have lovely stuff! The person in question had bought was this green one which is reduced from €129 to...
View ArticleWhat’s in my bag
I always love reading these kinds of posts as I am very much a handbag girl. My handbag is my office, my armour, my pantry, my womb. So it needs to carry everything I need in a day. Here is a list of...
View ArticleBy request – Samsonite Laptop Bag
In my comments the other day someone asked what I use to carry my computer. I have two computers – an HP PC which is a bit heavier than my 15 inch MacBook Pro. I am more inclined to carry my mac just...
View ArticleHOTD #38 and #39 – Vanilla Paris Bags
I have always loved Vanilla Paris on King’s Road in London. I found them first in the late nineties when they were doing copies of Mulberry’s Roxanne bag. They used to also do Sienna Miller’s boho...
View ArticleGuest Post by Paul: What’s in my bag
Welcome to my Work Every Day Carry! The bag itself is a Tom Bihn Pilot, which has recently replaced a Synapse 19 backpack. I still use the backpack to tote my kit around for hot yoga practice, but the...
View ArticleHOTD #40 – Tiger of Sweden Sibylla Bucket Bag in black
My latest bag purchase. I have mentioned before that I celebrate every milestone in my life by buying a handbag. This bag was bought to celebrate my Swedish citizenship, which came through two weeks...
View ArticleHOTD #41 -Kris Ana 8283 Shoulder Tote
This is a bag I love and it is not a pricey one – you can buy it online for between £25 and £63. If you find one though, buy it IMMEDIATELY because they sell out lightning fast. You actually get two...
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