For me, every time I walk into Louis Vuitton, Michael Kors or Nordstrom I find myself adding more handbags to my wish list! It almost seems like handbags are my drug that I just can’t give up.

At the moment, I have five handbags on my wish list. I absolutely love the: Louis Vuitton “Damier” Speedy 30; MICHAEL Michael Kors “Uptown Astor” Satchel in black; and the Alexander McQueen “Faithful Glove” Clutch in Black. The other two bags I want are still up in the air. I really want a new black patent leather bag, and a new Louis Vuitton Monogram bag to add to my collection.

My favorite bag out of the five on my wish list would have to be a toss up between the “Uptown Astor” Satchel and the “Faithful Glove” Clutch. I love how the gold hardware looks so beautiful on the black leather of the “Astor” bag. Then I also really like how edgy the “Faithful Glove” Clutch looks. If you like the whole rocker chick look as much as I do, then you just may want to add it to your wish list too!

Out of all the bags I want, I see myself buying the “Damier” Speedy or “Uptown Astor” Satchel first. Both bags are reasonably priced from $398-$690, and are versatile because they can go with so many different outfits! I hope to get all the bags on my wish list, but first I need to stop buying shoes before that can ever happen!

My question to all you bagista’s out there is, “What handbags are on your wish list?”

The Chat: wish list!

All About the Pretty is coveting this new bag for her winter travel jaunts thanks to Lululemon .

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I love handbags that are on the large side, and this hobo is way too small for me. What I loved about this bag was the color! The handbag comes in four different colors, but the “Indigo” color featured on this bad is stunning! This gorgeous shade of blue seems to be everywhere this Fall, but this is one of the prettiest I’ve seen.

It’s a shame this handbag is so small. To be honest the shape and style are amazing. If this hobo was made in a larger version this bag would be stunning!

For a small bag, I will say, the bag is gorgeous. This is one of those beautiful small bags to have for days you don’t feel like carrying much around. If this bag was made in a larger version, I could see myself using it constantly. The style is so pretty, and the color of the bag makes it even more amazing.

I personally love this bag in the “Indigo” color, which is shocking because I usually love black bags. The bag also comes in Black, Camel, and Red but none of them compare to “Indigo”. It would probably be really hard for me to match any of my wardrobe to “Indigo” but it would be a pretty bag to add to my collection.

The Badgley Mischka “Pleated Top Zip” Hobo can be purchased at Nordstrom for $298, which is a steal for this bag. This bag is absolutely gorgeous and, even though it’s not very big, it’s definitely worth the price!

See the Badgley Mischka “Pleated Top Zip” Hobo at: Nordstrom

The Chat: bm hobo!

I love patent leather handbags. In fact, I would say I’m pretty much obsessed with patent leather. Something about patent leather is just so edgy, but yet sexy to me. Regular leather can be so boring sometimes, and I see patent leather as the “more” fun version of leather.

What really catches my eye about patent leather is the shininess of it. I always thought regular leather can be so dull looking, then you have patent leather that has that shiny sparkle to it.

I currently have two patent leather handbags, that I take very good care of. I will admit though, patent leather is really high maintenance.

The best way to take care of a patent leather handbag, is to simply not use them as everyday bag. I say this for two reasons: Patent Leather loses it shine after a while when used everyday and it also scratches very easily. One little scratch on the leather and it’s there forever. If you aren’t the type of person that is extra careful with your handbags, then it’s probably not in your best interest to get a patent leather handbag.

On the other hand, patent leather is very easy to clean. If you ever spill soda, or get food on the bag you can easily clean it! Soda or food would normally stain a canvas or light leather handbag. With patent leather, you can easily clean the leather with a wash cloth, water, and some soap.

Patent leather has it’s pro’s and con’s, but it looks amazing on a handbag. If you don’t have a patent leather handbag I suggest buying one and I promise you’ll never regret it!

The Chat: patent tips!

While browsing around Zappos, I came across an amazing deal on an Alexander McQueen cosmetic pouch. I love collecting designer accessories, and I’m itching to purchase this one!

The cosmetic pouch features croc-embossed patent leather and gold hardware. This may be a tiny accessory, but I have to admit it’s pretty fabulous. I currently own a Louis Vuitton cosmetic pouch, and I think this one may blow it out of the water. The Louis Vuitton pouch is classic, whereas the Alexander McQueen pouch is definitely more stylish.

The only downfall about this pouch is that it is patent leather. I carry so many things in my purse that I would be scared that the pouch would get scratched. Patent leather is known to scratch easily, and it might scratch up even quicker when it’s tossed around in a bag. Overall, this is a stunning cosmetic pouch to add to any accessory collection you would just have to be extra careful with it.

You can purchase the Alexander McQueen “Cosmetic” Pouch at Zappos for $156. The original price of the pouch was $300.45, which makes the sale price a streal! If you love this cosmetic pouch, grab one quick before they are all gone!

See the Alexander McQueen “Cosmetic” Pouch at: Zappos

The Chat: McQ!

The Limit.ed Overnight piece is retailing exclusively over at LuisaviaRoma for a whopping $3,057. You think that’s pricey? Well For a limited edition, this bag doesn’t retail for much more than what other bags in his collection go for.

If you do like this bag, you better act quick. As mentioned above, you will only find this bag on the virtual shelves of LvR. And it appears that there is only 1 bag left in stock. Then it will be gone, f-o-r-e-v-e-r. Or until one pops up on eBay or something.

Stop off and discover the Limited Edition Pauric Sweeney Python Overnight at: Luisa Via Roma!

For the spectacular window display at Bendel’s, Kara created a one-of-a-kind vintage inspired studded “Purse dress,” which all handbag addicts must find amusing. The dress (modeled below by Kara’s daughter Avery) is adorned with the hit bag of the season, the Swarovski crystallized Nox bag sewn into the side.

We have also received word, that there’s going to be a larger than life 5ft by 8ft Nox bag made completely out of broken glass pieces in the display. You can’t miss it!

Also featured in the window will be two original bejeweled python purses made with Crystallized Swarovski Elements. Produced in a pink metallic glazed python in Kara’s classic Nox & Dea styles.

Enjoy the display!

Novella Royale is a fresh face among the designer handbag crowd. The birth of the brand came to light when the designers over at Novella Royale became inspired by the simplistic concept of designing luxury handbags without creating waste from new materials. Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse. An idea that we all wish more designers would take advantage of. So with that as their core model, they went about creating the most amazing one-of-a-kind pieces. The leather from each of their bags is hand selected and hand cut from vintage jackets! How many designers out there do that? Not only are the bags exterior shell made of 100% recycled leather, but each bag as well is lined with organic fabric.

The little studded piece we have pictured here is the “Clover”. Currently available in four, perfect for Fall – Autumn shades of Olive, Copper, Grey, and Brown. Measurements are about 13” length, 13″ height. Very spacious, no doubt about that. And the thick strap allows you to stuff up your bag with as much as your heart desires, without causing strain to your shoulder. The strap drop on this purse is about 34″, which is the perfect length to either wear resting on one shoulder, or slinged across as a crossbody messenger. And if you find the strap to be a little long, don’t be afraid to tie the strap into a little knot at the top. That would take inches off instantly.

Right now you can find this designer sitting on the shelves of PinkMascara and CoutureCandy. Right now, the new Clover is available for $644.

@ PinkMascara they are currently featuring a Novella Royale Mister Giveaway

@ CoutureCandy they are applying a 15% deal to all new customers! Code: firsttime

I spotted the Sangria version of this satchel over at Bluefly with a 30% off price tag for $250. It’s not exactly the deal I bargained for, but knowing our friends at Bluefly, they might just surprise its customers with an additional sale soon.

Shop BCBGMAZAZRIA and more designers on sale at: Bluefly

The Chat: bcbg deal!

I have a black travel bag now, and you can’t even notice the wear and tear on it. I use it constantly, and for it to still look brand new is amazing.

When I spotted the Burberry “Weekender” Bag, I was in love! It was everything I was looking for in a designer travel bag! It was black, the perfect size, and came with a shoulder strap. I tend to carry a lot of shoes in my travel bags, so a shoulder strap is always a must.

It doesn’t look like you would be able to fit much in this bag, but I do think it would be a great carry on bag. Face it, nowadays you can’t have a big carry on bag to bring with you on the plane. If you can find a bag that can hold some clothes, shoes, and personal items then you got a winner. When a travel bag can do all that, plus be made by one of your favorite designer’s then that makes it all the more reason to buy it! Right?

The Burberry “Weekender” Bag can be purchased at Nordstrom for $795, which I believe is a great price for this bag. It’s not very often you can find a designer travel bag below $1,000 and that is a fact! It’s pretty, simple, and does justice for what you need it for. I give Burberry a “thumbs up” for designing this beautiful piece!

See the Burberry “Weekender” Bag at: Nordstrom

The Chat: weekender!