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5 Roomy Beach Totes For Summer

05 - 14 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Anthropologie, Banago Artisans, Beaded, Beads, Carrier, Carry-all, Cotton, Embellished, Grosgrain, Hand held, Hand Made, Hand Woven, Holdall, Magnetic Closure, Miss Albright, Multicolor, Ombre, Onigo, Plenty by Tracy Reese, Pompoms, PVC, Raffia, Shoulder Strap, Straw, Structured, Top Handle, Tote, Tote, Woven

So ready to beat the heat with a trip to the seaside? Don’t forget to haplessly throw your stuff in beach tote as a true testament to lazing the days away! Here are 5 gorgeous and roomy totes from Anthropologie which embody the perfect summer getaway!

1) Ombre Crush Tote, $38, Onigo

Oceanic hues blend into one on this straw carryall, handmade from Madagascar.

2) Sun & Straw Bag, $118

Whether you’re out for a bonfire or waterskiing, this oversized straw tote and grosgrain shoulder straps can brave it all while matching your outfit.

3) Ashbury Beach Tote, $128

How about a hippie take on summer? Match that boho skirt and multicolored string bracelets with this bead-embroidered carrier with glossy trim.

4) Imogen Tote, $88

Be earthy in this straw carryall which features purple and gold on its geometric design. Handcrafted by Banago artisans in the Philippines who work with wild grasses and palm leaves.

5) Pom Burst Tote, $68

Bright red pom poms adorn this raffia carrier with more than enough room for your things! Features neon grosgrain lining and multicolored striped tie.

Big, Designer Totes for the Stylish Momma

05 - 11 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Alexander McQueen, Bottega Veneta, Bucket, Buckled, Calfskin Leather, Canvas, Carry-all, Chain Strap, Color Block, Cotton, Cotton Canvas, Diane Von Furstenberg, Farfetch, Gold Tone Hardware, Holdall, Leather, Leather Handle, Magnetic Closure, Multicolor, Oversized, Pierre Hardy, Printed, Push Lock, Removable Strap, Shopper, Shoulder Strap, Snap Lock, Stella McCartney, Striped, Structured, Top Handle, Top Handle, Tote, Tote, Yves Saint Laurent, Zip Fastening, Zipper Closure

For Mother’s Day, we’re inspired to look at something towards large and accommodating, like the hearts of our own mothers! So we’re back on the versatile and roomy totes, and we found the classiest designer ones at Farfetch! Find your favorite or the one that represents your mum the best!

1) Sporty Drew Bucket Bag, $966, Diane Von Furstenberg

Bring on soccer practice and a fun lunch out! This sporty white leather bag can withstand the onslaught of numerous items without losing style. Features a snakeskin detail and hot pink top handles.

2) Woven Leather Bag, $1570, Yves Saint Laurent

 

Going to the beach? Or just the sports club? This woven leather bag makes perfect sense with your lounge attire, whether they’re maxi dresses or that new swimsuit.

3) Colour-Block Tote, $1066, Pierre Hardy

The hip mom will love this grey calf leather tote which features a striking color block detailing of neon orange and pink panels. Features black leather trim, matching black top handles and gold-tone feet.

4) Woven Tote, $3252, Bottega Veneta

This leather skiing bag has all the magic of texture aided by the power of red. It features woven leather panels on the front, glittery snakeskin double handles, and woven trim.

5) Falabella Striped Big Tote, $958, Stella McCartney

This big striped tote can go from yoga class to the market with its roomy interior and fun, multi-colored striped design. Gold tone chain detailing running from the handles and down the sides make this bag a real stand out.

6) Ocelot Leather Bag, $1258, Alexander McQueen

Bring wild life into your boardroom look with this ocelot leather bag. It features ocelot side prints of this green cotton canvas bag. Brown leather handles and trim make this dark bag stand out and makes a perfect match with simple brown pumps.

Blue Belles: 5 Blue Handbags for Everyday Vintage Style

05 - 02 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Adjustable Strap, Boxy, Carry-all, Chain Strap, Crossbody, Crossbody, DiKsi, Faux Leather, Faux Ostrich, Felt, Flap, Flap, Front pockets, Gold Tone Hardware, Hand held, Holdall, Man-made Materials, Messenger, Messsenger, Metallic Hardware, Modcloth, Purse, Removable Strap, Satchel, Shoulder, Shoulder Strap, Snake embossed leather, Synthetic Material, Top Handle, Top Handle, Turnlock, Vegan Leather

We like shopping at Mod Cloth. Not only are they affordable but they have this vast collection of vintage-inspired handbags that always seem right on the mark. Our latest finds seem to fall under a similar sky– and a very blue one at that! Check out these 5 azure-colored purses that are versatile and chic enough for your everyday fashion statement.

1) Girls’ Night Outback Bag, $59.99

You’ll find a mix of wildlife on this pretty little cobalt purse. Scope out its faux ostrich flap top and faux snakeskin body– it’s quite the style menagerie! For additional classiness, this bag features gold tone hardware like its chain link strap and twist-lock clasp.

2) Quilt the Charmer Bag, $59.99

This irresistible cobalt satchel is truly quite the charmer. Made out of vegan faux leather, it boasts of a quilted style mixed with decorative gold zippers and a roomy interior. It features a detachable strap and double handles.

3) Day After Daisy Bag, $84.99

This vintage sweet shoulder bag from Spanish brand DiKsi is just the retro dream for a carefree, summer look. The darling pastel blue vegan leather bag is trimmed in with a dark navy ruffle and a chain of white daisies. J’adore.

4) Business As Beautiful Bag, $54.99

Whether carrying it as a clutch or slung over your shoulder, this mod-style purse is the perfect antidote to boring business outfits.  Project your proactive personality with this deep blue  vegan faux leather bag with featured cold white contrast trim.

5) Chevron the Catwalk Bag, $59.99

Go on a day trip without losing your sense of style. Bring along this teal and vegan faux leather satchel to anything from museum tours to restaurant runs. The bag features a felted chevron print and multiple pockets inside and out!

3 Straw Totes to Bring to the Beach

04 - 17 - 12

Posted by Karla Manlangit • Bucket, Bucket, Embroidered, Fabric, Faux Leather, Floral, Leather, Nordstrom, Patent Leather, Pompoms, Shoulder, Straw, Structured, Top Handle, Top Handle, Tote, Tote, Zipper Closure

What will you be bringing to the beach this season? Sunscreen, your iPod, a book, the perfect swimsuit– but where will you be putting them? Take our advice and pick up some straw tote bags for a summery, vintage flair! Nordstrom has quite a number of these totes just ready to be swept away and we picked our top 3 favorites from the bunch.

1) Harmony Embroidered Straw Tote, $298, Kate Spade New York

A pair of flaming red parakeets are embroidered onto this straw surplus tote from Kate Spade. Inspired by the graphic designs of Florence Broadhurst, this bag makes a whimsical accessory to your beach outfit, not to mention a trusty compartment.

2) Straw Tote, $88, Betsey Johnson

Betsey Johnson captures the fun beach atmosphere and combines it with her iconic quirkiness in this structured straw tote. It features a bouquet of bright-colored fabric flowers and faux-leather handles.

3) Lynn Tote, $198, Juicy Couture

Sink your teeth into this juicy-colored tote. Inspired by the fuschia skin of dragon fruit, Juicy Couture does away with the natural straw gives us a bright-hued, playful tote that features orange and yellow pompoms.