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We all make style boo-boos. I did wear bike shorts when I was 10. I succombed to the “tattoo” necklaces” in high school. But we’re professionals now, yes? We’ve graduated, or are close to it, and we need to be classy instead of trashy. I have some issues with the person who wears stirrup pants, but there is one group of people that really bothers me. Bad purses. No, strike that, cliche purses.
Kate Spade, you had your day, but it’s time you stop selling the silly plain bag that’s square with your name as the only decoration. Lilly Pulitzer? Are you there? Paisley is pretty hot, but not on everything, and not mixed with silly florals in girly colors.
We’re going to have in intervention here on Allthatanda. Do you want a bag that is classic, to replace your Kate Spade? The Lolli bag by Reincarnation ($495)is hot. Simple, big enough for all your stuff. Classy means that you dont have to shout to the world that you own a Coach purse. Classy women (think Jackie O here) wear stuff that will last, is well made and is devoid of brandage.
Want a bag that’s fun and cute? Check out my good friends at Etsy. Lala bags has some great florals that don’t overdo it. Shabby Boudoir has a tinge of vintage mixed in with floral. studiostelle has some warm fall colors with fun images. Urban Herilooms has my favorite, a bag with vintage wooden handles, but a modern brown and white floral print. ($85)
Some of these are investments, I know. But if you can carry it from work to dinner with the girls to a hot date, it’s worth it.
Please, save yourself from handbag hell.
I love you.
And I LOVE ETSY!
*sniff*
I still love my Kate Spade, Lilly and Coach…..but especially Kate Spade. Even my iPod case is Kate Spade.
I’m so sick of women who think they’re fashionable but who look like train wrecks. Get it together! It’s like Nicky Hilton and her obsession with clear heels; HELLO, you look like a hooker. Not sexy, stylish, or chic.
I’m SO with you, doll. I have no problem with some stuff, but I don’t want your company logo all over my bag/clothes. Why should I pay for a $500 bag just to advertise for you? Ridiculous. Plus, I HATE having the same bags as other people. How about being a little original?
People who flaunt their labels are just trying WAY too hard. I feel this way about Spade and Lilly and Polo and Tommy and all that stuff. I HATE bring a walking advertisement.
Eww, I hate the “I’m advertising for Coach (or whomever)” feeling. Have you seen Kathy Van Zeeland’s bags? I think a good designer who’s truly original, you should be able to tell it’s their work off the bat just by looking at it.