Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Fendi: Lizard Skin Minaudiere Vanity Bag

A Fendi Minaudiere or Vanity Bag in Blue Exotic Lizard skin. Bought from Neiman Marcus. Totally impractical, but sooo GORGEOUS!
















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Sunday, June 28, 2009

Chanel: Mademoiselle Bag (Black)

A roomy Chanel black tote with a pretty camellia-themed silken liner. The pin-stripe quilting drew my attention, as well as the metal straps. It's posing with my favorite Marshall Field's ornament (hung on a MF's feather Christmas tree) and my very roomy Louis Vuitton Sac Plat.









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Thursday, June 25, 2009

John ATENCIO: Citrine Ring

John Atencio makes amazing-looking jewelry. I love his combination of a YELLOW Citrine stone with Sterling Silver and 18k Gold.



Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Chanel: Patent Leather Perforated Bag (Ivory/White)

A roomy and pretty bag; it would leave no doubt in anyone's mind that you're carrying a Chanel! But, if they're still unsure, a CC charm dangling from its handle is sure to convince them. Also, as seen on NM's catalog with its matching shoes.




Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Catalog: Chanel

Pictures courtesy of Neiman Marcus. These bags are on my wish list, but I'm in no hurry. I like the colors on the Kaleidoscope bag; and purple is one of my fave colors.


Monday, June 22, 2009

Louis Vuitton: Pen/Pencil Holder

I purchased this Louis Vuitton Monogram Pen/Pencil Holder back in the day when Marshall Field's (now Macy's) had an LV counter within its Oakbrook store. Note the Marshall Field's Christmas ornament. Picture also shows my vintage Chanel patent leather bag.




Saturday, June 20, 2009

Paloma Picasso: Red Leather Bag

I love bags with gold-tone hardware. I love bags made of leather. I especially love bargain-priced Designer bags that are vintage or no longer made. My beautiful Paloma Picasso bag fulfills all of the above. And it's in the color Red to boot. Oooooh, no wonder I grab for it so often. These were taken in Wisconsin/ LGYC's canteen during lunch.






Friday, June 12, 2009

Lagos: Rhodolite Necklace (Caviar Collection)

A beautiful Steven Lagos Rhodolite Necklace. It's from Lagos' Caviar collection. Made of Sterling Silver and 18k Gold. The chain necklace was of 14k while gold.









Thursday, June 11, 2009

Chanel: Vintage Jumbo Classic Bag

Generally, these Vintage Chanel Classic bags are attention-grabbers simply for their size. My bag was huge (approx 13 by 9 inches), and the golden CC closure was large as well. The chain strap was substantial (digging into my shoulder by the end of the day) and the leather was well-made and able to withstand daily use. Beware of the weight of this bag, especially after adding on your daily stuff; and the puffy quilts tend to flatten over time and through improper storage.  Still worth the investment, IMO.  Shown with my Louis Vuitton Rouge Insolite Wallet from eLuxury.















Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Chloe: Silverado Bag (Tomato Red)

My Chloe Silverado in Tomato Red color. Pictured with my Louis Vuitton Malesherbes in Brown Monogram. Two unforgettable bags. Now, if I could only remember where I bought it, LOL.
ETA:  I finally realized that I bought this from good 'ol Marshall Field's (now Macy's).







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Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Salvatore Ferragamo: Classic Bag (horsebit)

I love this classic! I love the horse-bit closure, the metal chain strap, the leather --- Everything! Too bad Neiman Marcus will no longer carry Salvatore Ferragamo at my local NM store (according to the SA)















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Monday, June 8, 2009

Lois Hill: Bracelet

Gorgeous, Sterling Silver filigreed Lois Hill bracelet. Bargain-priced from TJMaxx!











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Sunday, June 7, 2009

Lois Hill: Sterling Silver Necklace

An always-lovely and unmistakable Lois Hill creation.
She combines granulation and filigree. Necklace purchased from Nordstrom.













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