JustFab’s Vintage-Style Handbag Picks

02 - 14 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Bowler, Boxy, Duffel, Hand held, Hand Woven, Hobo, Holdall, JustFab, Metal, Metallic Hardware, PVC, Satchel, Snake embossed leather, Zip Fastening, Zipper Closure

My JustFab purse matches are wonderfully bright, superbly textured and of course, vintage-inspired. Not exactly sure what I’m talking about? Well then pay attention because this may be the best bit of shopping news you will get this year!

JustFab is a type of online store that forms your own collection of items (shoes, bags, and jewelry) that caters to your taste and personality. When you sign up, you answer a style personality quiz which allows the site and its awesome team of stylists and shoppers to form your archive of fabulous things– priced at $39.95 each!

Too good to be true? I thought so too but here I am, severely impressed by the items I can have for such an affordable price. Style and quality for less is a combination I never thought I’d see. Here are the vintage-inspired handbags in my collection and they’re very en pointe with my style.

Central Park in Brown, $39.95

510 in Green, $39.95

Magic Kingdom in Yellow, $39.95

Want to know what’s yours? Then it’s time for you to sign up to JustFab for that ultimate shopping experience!

Caroline Seiber Toted Vintage-looking Basket Purse to a Gala

02 - 08 - 12

Posted by Mary • Brands, Caroline Seiber, Clutch, Louis Vuitton, Metallic, Michael Kors, Satchel, Shopbop, Tote

image c/o stylebistro.com

Stylist Caroline Seiber attended the Sidacion Gala Dinner for MAC Aids Fund in Paris in a head-to-toe light blue confection with a basket tote reminiscent of vintage market totes which usually came in plastic. I did a little background check and found out that it was from Louis Vuitton’s Spring 2012 collection. I do vaguely remember seeing some basket totes when previewing the collection.

Louis Vuitton Basket Tote

Louis Vuitton Spring 2012 Runway Show

I guess the issue here is whether the tote is appropriate for such an occasion. Of course being a stylist, Caroline should know better right? Not to say that she doesn’t look great. In fact, she looks stunning. It’s just that toting a basket to a gala dinner is just something out of the ordinary.

Do you like Caroline’s purse choice or would you rather she goes with the conventional evening clutch? If the latter then maybe any of these is gorge enough to complete the powder blue metallic look she’s going for?

L-R Zambos & Siega Joanie Oversized Clutch/ Michael Kors Quinn Envelope Clutch/ Zambos & Siega Charlotte Clutch

Taylor Swift’s Vintage Style: Looking For the Pop Star’s Tan and Leather Bag

02 - 05 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Adjustable Strap, Brass Hardware, Charms, Crossbody, Crossbody, Endless, Flap, Flap, Floral, Fossil, Frame, Gold Tone Hardware, Hobo, Leather, Long Strap, Man-made Materials, Messenger, Messsenger, Metal, Metallic, Metallic Hardware, Purse, Saddle, Shoulder, Shoulder Strap, Suede, Taylor Swift

It always amazes me whenever I see a young star project a penchant for vintage items. I didn’t expect Taylor Swift, for example, to exhibit such taste for flea market goods. I have always expected young stars to have the same taste for five-inch heels, leather pants, and studded booties so I find her vintage flair rather refreshing.

Taylor Swift does some bargain shopping at the Ventura Country Flea Market

Another thing I would like to point out in these series of photos is how Taylor Swift is not afraid to use the same item more than once. Just check out how the tan and shoulder bag makes several appearances on her bargain shopping in and out of the United States!

Pop and country: Taylor Swift does a vintage-style apparel with a tan and leather shoulder bag

Taylor Swift steps out of an antique store in Santa Monica, still sporting her vintage-inspired shoulder bag

I don’t blame her, it is quite the bag. It’s large enough to hold more than the necessary items like cell phones, a wallet, iPod, make-up, even a digital camera. And if anything, it jives with her vintage and country style that she carries so effortlessly. I don’t know about y’all but I think I’m starting to be a fan.

Just Visiting: Taylor Swift visits the Princess Diana Memorial at Hyde Park, armed with her favorite tan and leather bag

I found a similar-looking purse from Fossil’s Vintage Reissue line which is available in Endless. This flap cross body bag is in a beautiful camel color and accented with gold tone hardware.

Fossil Vintage Reissue Flap Cross Body, $198, Endless

This is the closest style I can find to Taylor’s favorite tan and leather bag and Fossil’s Vintage Reissue line also features styles with metallic colors, even floral prints.

Fossil Vintage Reissue ZB5112 Cross Body in Multi Black, $198, Endless

Fossil Vintage Reissue ZB5118 Cross Body in Red Multi, $158, Endless

Fossil Vintage Reissue ZB5118 Cross Body in Dark Floral, $158, Endless

But if you guys know where I can find the exact same one, please let us know! And check in with us for more vintage style purses and handbags to suit your taste!

Art Deco-Inspired PVC and Leather Clutch by Marni!

01 - 29 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Clutch, Hand held, Leather, Marni, Multicolor, Net-a-Porter, Printed, PVC

When it comes to vintage style purses and handbags, I have a little weakness for items with art deco elements in them. The geometric shapes which and styling which first found its home in architecture translates very well on fashion, especially when mixed with vibrant colors and textures.

Printed PVC and leather clutch, $385, Marni, Net-a-Porter

A good example of this ingenious translation is this early week find by Marni– a printed clutch which features a stunning arrangement of hexagons, squares, and circles on a mix of PVC and leather.

On Net-a-Porter, the oversized purse’s design is maximized by pairing it up with a bold, poppy-colored dress by Vanessa Burono Athé and creme-de-menthe platforms also by Marni.

Printed PVC and leather clutch in pink, 4385, Marni, Net-a-Porter

This green and orange clutch has an equally eye-catching sister, a pink and white version of dots and slim stripes. I could see it with a short, structured black dress and matching pink flats.

Love our vintage purse finds? Keep checking in with us for more!

Tote-ally Hip: Colorful, Tasseled Tote on Anthropologie!

01 - 26 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Anthropologie, Carry-all, Cotton, Embellished, Lined, Man-made Materials, Mara Hoffman, Multicolor, One of a kind, Polyester, School Tote, Shoulder Strap, Tassels, Top Handle, Tote

My vintage pick of the week is frilly, colorful, and tote-tally tessellates of tassels!

Blithe & Buoyant Tote, $518, Mara Hoffman

Yes, totes are constantly a vintage product. It’s probably because it’s such a happy-go-lucky style of bag. Just toss in your stuff, sling your arm through the handles and you’re good to go! And as I have discovered, looking around vintage-inspired store Anthropologie, totes are also easily designed and with practically anything from Pharoah prints, colorful embroidery, and in this case, tassels!

Oh yes. Who would’ve thought throw pillow ears would find a place on a bag? It’s almost fashion suicide, but I think it works! And brilliantly so. It’s an unlikely combination and show me somebody who doesn’t– wouldn’t– find this bag fun?

There are of course, more on Anthropologie, but this is my favorite. If you’re visiting the site today, let us know which one is yours! Or which one you’ll be getting soon!