Typically, I'm not a handbag type girl... it's not my thing. I've never bought a nice handbag, I've lusted over some, but in an imaginary kind of way... the truth is, I'd rather not spend a ton of money on a bag. But recently, I've been thinking it's time to get a nice handbag, just because, it adds to the whole ensemble of street attire.
So, here are my requirements,
1. under $500
2. leather
3. looks amazing
4. city friendly ie. secure closures, can be worn on shoulder
5. preferably handmade
I found the above Antoinette Lee, Besa Stitch Hobo on Stars and Infinite Darkness. It fits most of the requirements, and it's $429. It's 19"w X 11"h (7" handle drop), I think that's big enough?
Arrgh... I speculate... and ponder over the handbag thing....
Monday, December 31, 2007
I'm searching for a handbag
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Ooo, loving this. A 7" drop should be big enough though I tend to go for at least 9" to try and get that swing-it-over-the-shoulder ease--as opposed to having to scrunch it up there.
helenmarien.com is a website for a very cool handbag store in nolita in nyc. the bags are handmade, and i think you are still able to pick the leathers for the trim, the bag itself (i'm not sure about sale items, however). i think the actual shop may have closed, but you can still get on-line and they are having a sale. you can read about helen on the site. i've met her and had dinner with her and she is a fabulous person. anyway, helenmarien.com for a handmade bag by a very city-savvy lady.
oh thanks ambika for the tip, i have no idea where to begin with, drop, width, hght... blah blah blah
thanks anonymous... i like the shapes, but it's not really my style!
:)
j.
i love antoinette lee..we have such similar tastes! i was going to sell her in my new boutique but she wants to be an independent retailer online so i suppor that...i think white is so fresh going into the new year..great pick and dont forget to browse Indie Coterie now that everything is half off lol
ah! thanks for the head up! you got some new bags....
i think i have my eye on one...
hmmmm... wheels are a turning!
;)
Have you ever tried Tano bags? They're my favorite...great leather (mostly distressed), beautiful jewel-toned colors, and a huge selection--mostly under $300. http://www.tanobag.com/
i was just going to suggest tano bags too! they're gorgeous and come in really great colors.
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