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Interview with Leah & Bliss | November 1, 2010

Leah & Bliss are two fashion-forward friends that have created their own distinctive eye- catching bags.  These New York savvy girls have brought together their Upper East Side and Gramercy girl styles together to create Leah & Bliss.

Leah & Bliss has not been around that long.  Why do you think the public especially celebrities have gravitated to your handbags?

Our ‘Glamazon’ bag packs some serious style punch with its classic shape and boastful bedazzling. It is a feminine take on a classic bag and it adds a playful edge to any outfit. The Leah & Bliss collection is a unique … Read More »


 

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Bag Envy | June 14, 2010

Purses are my weakness. It’s pretty serious. There isn’t a time when I stroll through Holt Renfrew, or any other boutique where my eyes don’t plant themselves on another purse that I “must have”.

So whilst browsing online, naturally I gasped when feasting my eyes on this gem – the Rocco mini Duffle Bag by Alexander Wang. In my opinion, Alexander can do no wrong. This bag is one that will go the extra mile in your wardrobe as the grey (a fabulous neutral colour) will carry you through multiple seasons.

Loving that this is a duffle bag, you can surely use … Read More »


 

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Fashion Does Double Time Part 2 | December 28, 2009

Did you catch Fashion Double Time Part 1?

Handbag Chain turned Jewelry – So we all have clutches that come with the super long silver or gold chain, that we never use, well, these turn into super stylish necklace’s and bracelets, some even have closures clips!

Shopping Bag Wrapping Paper- Tons of your favorite shops are handing out delicious shopping bags that are too pretty to throw away, why not wrap gifts in them.

Dawn Del Russo is a Fashion & Lifestyle Stylist,  Featured in InStyle, US Weekly, Life & Style, TV Fox 5, Author “101 Glam Girl Ways to an Ultra Chic … Read More »


 

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Fashion Does Double Time Part 1 | December 24, 2009

Fashion Double Time ~ By Dawn Del Russo

Why shouldn’t fashion work double time for you? We all have items we either received as a free gift, or came part of the item we purchased.  It’s time to get those items working for you. I found a few great resourceful ways to use dust covers, boxes, and gift bags as new items in your life.   When you get tired of one use, try these dual purpose ideas.  Stay tuned for Part 2 of this fabulous segment.

Your usual make-up case – Try a chic makeup box with pretty detail … Read More »


 

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Giveaway: Sondra Roberts Satchel | December 3, 2009

Thirty years ago in midtown Manhattan, Sondra Camche´ spent an afternoon walking into every upscale accessory store on Madison Avenue, introducing them to a new kind of luxury handbag – one made of the same exotic quality materials and in the same timeless style of the most prestigious brands – but at price points that would allow women to buy one for every season, not just one every few years. She began taking orders on the spot, launching both a new company and a revolution in woman’s accessory fashions.

In the years that followed, Sondra was joined by her sons Robert … Read More »


 

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Stylish Cha Cha Handbag a Hit with Celebs | November 25, 2009

Attaining star style is made easy by Cha Cha bags, a stylish and fun line of handbags, wristlets, and clutches. Don’t have a celebrity budget? The pieces start at only $85, ranging up to $500. As an added bonus for the eco-conscious, a portion of the collection is made from salvaged leather.

Founder Lori Chalmers started the line after getting laid off three years ago, making the transition from graphic designer to handbag designer with great success. Lady Gaga, Denise Richards, and Fergie have all toted Cha Cha around town. The line is sold in Canada and online at ChaChaLifestyle.com.

Enjoy a 15% discount from … Read More »


 

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The Perfect Carryall For All | November 10, 2009

Element Eden is proud to feature the West Coast Bag for Holiday 2009. Inspired by the effortless street-style of LA, this faux leather piece combines functionality and fashion at an incredible price. Available in black, carbon grey, and burgundy, the West Coast bag boasts several versatile details – use the adjustable strap to channel this season’s cross-body trend, or simply unhook and utilize the shorter one for an everyday over-the-shoulder look. The perfect carryall, this bag also features plenty of storage space with pockets both inside and out. Contrast lining with a pop of color, zippers, and snap-button closures complete … Read More »


 

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Top 10 How to Play the Fashion Game | June 29, 2009

You can find a great piece of clothing at any price; it doesn’t have to have a designer price tag to look good. How you put pieces together is the real trick.


 

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Calypso Studios Announces Its First Earth Day Event | April 17, 2009

In keeping with the spirit of Calypso Studios S.H.O.P. Totes ™ (Start Helping Our Planet), the company is excited to launch its first annual Earth Day Event.


 

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Grab The Latest Styles From Vera Bradley | March 26, 2009

For all you Vera Bradley fans we’ve found some fabulous bags and we have a fabulous offer to pass along to our readers.  From March 26-March 31, receive FREE SHIPPING on orders of $75 or more.

Mod Floral Pink SherryLogo grommet details with fabric ties on each end give this bag its easy-going style. The magnetic closure makes it a snap to open and close. Two inside slip pockets and a removable base keep everything organized and in reach.

Petal Pink HandbagThe bag that started it all! With a slim, clean modern look, six inside pockets, a key clip, outside slip-pocket, and … Read More »


 

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Group Unites to Promote Business | January 13, 2009

Gabrielle Krake, owner of Shop Wise Bags and Contributing Editor for Chic Galleria.com, manages five blogs in addition to her business and family. Her business team and community of friends have adopted the mission:

To Consume Less
To Reduce our Waste Footprint
To Be Wise Stewards of Creation
To Work as a Community to form a Healthy, Thriving Business

Gabrielle, can you share a little bit about yourself and how you got started?

I am a home educating mom of 4 children who are bold and energetic. We practice life together and enjoy the adventures we conjure up. Being a stay at home of late, I … Read More »


 

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Designs By rian Influenced By Art | December 29, 2008

Rian Berry, owner of rian, and his wife Julie Berry came up with the brand concept over coffee at a local diner five years ago. “We still have the napkin with original sketches on it. I am a painter, so my whole background is in art. The initial goal was to create bags that featured my paintings on them. Now, while our designs have evolved since those first bags, all my designs are still influenced by art. In fact, some of our bags feature prints of my paintings on the liners. The exclusive use of our prints is one of the … Read More »