Holiday Must-Haves!

Dec 20, 2010 by mel

Top 5 Handbags of the season (hint: totes have the majority rule):

The Belle Retro Satchel.

The Valeria Frill Tote.

The Marcy’s Crisscross Tote.

The Lori Braided Shiny Tote.

The Maria Fancy Ostrich Bow Tote.

Which will it be for you this season: satchel or tote? Or something else?

Stocking Stuffer Idea

Dec 18, 2010 by mel

I received one of the BEST stocking stuffer gifts last year — a clutch! Also, at a White Elephant Party a few years ago with my girls, I received another small handbag. I think small purses and evening bags are sold at a great price point to add a little something extra to a Christmas stocking. Can you believe that those two presents are probably the most used? If you’re a purse lover, than I’m sure you’re with me. Check out our collection of various styles in our online shop.

A final thought before I sign off for the weekend: The Cartoon Lovin’ Mama is giving away one of our handbags. Check out her giveaway for instructions on how to enter and win a new purse (deadline: December 29) valued up to $60! That would make for a nice after-Christmas gift to yourself, no?

You have less than a week until Christmas. I HOPE you have your shopping done. I’m on to the wrapping portion of the holiday season. More spiked hot chocolate, please!

Christmas Handbag Shopping

Dec 07, 2010 by mel

iFashionHandbags has a handbag for everyone on your holiday list — boss, coworker, friends, siblings, mom — perfect for any Christmas gift exchange or even a Secret Santa. With a savings of up to 50% off on ALL store items, you’ll be able to shop for friends or family that were naughty OR nice. I have a few suggestions to complete your shopping early:

For the chic business professional living in cold weather climates, having a sturdy, comfortable purse is a must-have accessory item to carry your planner, smart phone, daily items and make-up bag. Check out our collection of contemporary satchels and totes that will hold everything from office to happy hour. I would recommend the Helen Locket Satchel Handbag, Elizabeth Signature Bamboo Tote or the Lorraine Solid Smart Tote (in an amazing blue shade). My favorite? The Sophia Concatenate Satchel in orange. *swoon*

For the stylish fashionista, floppy hobos in bright colors (yes, even for winter!) with metal or fringe embellishments are incredibly versatile and in tune with this season’s (and next) handbag trends. With that person in mind, purchase the Kath Rock Star Hobo, Lisa Woven Hobo (I like the pink) or the Rita Printed Bucket Hobo (think, gray). Cool, fashionable and unique.

For the traditionalist, black is elegant, classic and can even add a little edge to a conservative female. Structured purses with simple adornments and well-crafted materials, like genuine leather, such as our Anteprima Nueve Genuine Leather Bucket Bag or the Denise Tote (also all leather) will be a perfect accompaniment for someone requesting an everyday bag.

If you have a pre-teen or young adult (or shopping for a child’s friend) on your list, a printed clutch would be quite thoughtful and useful for that age group. Check out the five patterns, prints and colors of the Rita Printed Evening Bag (don’t let the “evening” in the name fool you; it’s a definite versatile bag). AND it’s a great price on a beginner purse. Let the fashionista-in-training strut her designer ways!

Who is on your holiday list, and what is on YOUR wish list? Who can we help you shop for?