Category Archives: Accessories

Reviews and recommendations for fashion accessories: Handbags, shoes & jewelry.

D’andrea Handbags: Stylish bags with a sense of humor

You have to love a handbag line that has a sense of humor.  Who can resist an over sized, beautiful big leather bag called “Mr. Emotionally Unavailable” or “Mr. One Nighter” ?   Made from soft Italian leather, the d’andrea bags looked like they just appeared as props in a “Sex and the City” movie. [...]

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Target Brings Back Vera Neumann Scarves for Spring 2013

If you love vintage clothing and vintage designs, then you’ll be interested in this news.  Target is bringing back vintage “Vera’ scarves this spring. Vera Neumann was an American designer who rose to prominence in the 1940′s with her colorful Vera scarves.  During World War II, when traditional fabrics were scarce,  the practical Vera used parachute [...]

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LOFT Spring Style Preview & a Necklace Giveaway

Loft just kicked off an exciting Spring Sale offering 40% off everything on their site and in-store.   I was at LOFT in Los Angeles two weeks ago for their spring preview and their spring offerings were tres chic with most items priced under $100.00.  Their standouts for spring include a new line of vintage [...]

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The Recessionista Reviews Kate Spade for Keds

Back in December Keds announced the launch of the Keds for kate spade New York footwear collection. The kate spade for Keds eight-style collaboration features playful prints including polka dots, gingham, chevron and nautical stripes in bright hues of navy, orange, and pink. These are no ordinary tennis shoes, they are a fashionista’s delight with  [...]

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Target Neiman Marcus Collection: Consumers Aren’t Rushing to Buy

Target Neiman Marcus Holiday : A chilly consumer reception I stopped by my local Target store last night to pick up some things and I saw that the Target Neiman Marcus area was fully stocked.  I also saw customers at the customer service area of the store already doing returns.   I think consumers literally [...]

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Target Designer Collaboration: Announcing Sam & Libby Shoes for Target

Hot off the press! Target Corporation has just announced an exclusive partnership with footwear brand Sam & Libby.  Have you heard for Sam & Libby readers? They make the most adorable ballet slippers/flats in all designs and colors. The new collection will be available beginning May 5, 2013, at all Target stores, with an expanded [...]

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Sponsored Post: Neiman Marcus Last Call on Sale Today at eBay

With Fall in the air, the leaves turning and temperatures dropping dramatically around the country, it maybe a good time to check out scarves, gloves and faux fur for the upcoming cold rush.  This week eBay is offering  deals on all the designer goodies sold at  Neiman Marcus Last Call stores today.   I’ve been spending some time [...]

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Anna Dello Russo for H&M or eBay?

Pictured: ADR for H&M pieces. Today is the launch of the heavily promoted Anna Dello Russo (ADR) collection at H&M. In Europe my spies tell me much of it is already sold out.  In New York, I hear crowds were smaller than expect, in Los Angeles stores are not yet open.   One thing is [...]

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Think Pink: LOFT’s Live in Pink Collection & a Special Giveaway

Pictured: Items from the Loft Pink collection, including jewelry and slippers. Last month some of you may recall that I shared the news about LOFT’s new “Live in Pink” collection to benefit the Breast Cancer Research Fund (BCRF).  This collection goes way beyond the pink ribbon t-shirts that are sold every year at high-end stores to raise [...]

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Unlikely Collaborators? Nicole Richie and Gywneth Paltrow Partner to Launch a Handbag Collection

Pictured: The Addison bag on sale at GOOP for mere $225.00 The recession continues to bring together unlikely fashion collaborators and multiple celebrities becoming designers. Both Nicole Richie and Gywneth Paltrow  are celebrities who have parlayed their red carpet style into the business of fashion.   Gywneth Paltrow has her GOOP website, offering fashion information and ecommerce [...]

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