Sunday, April 19, 2009

Whimsical Handbags

On the recent runways, fabulous furs, bodacious beading, pretty patterns and wacky wildness prevailed – in the form of handbags!
Behold the beauties, pictured via style.com except where noted. First photo courtesy Fellow Fashionista Captivate Me.
3.1 Phillip Lim
Alberta Ferretti
Basso & Brooke
Betsey Johnson; this and next three via nymag.com
Diane von Furstenberg
DVF
DVF
Dolce & Gabbana
DooRi; this and next three via nymag.com
DooRi
Elie Tahari
Isaac Mizrahi
Halston
Loewe
Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton
Marc by Marc Jacobs, via nymag.com
Marc Jacobs
Marc Jacobs, via nymag.com
Marc Jacobs, via nymag.com
Matthew Williamson
Matthew Williamson, via nymag.com
Matthew Williamson, via nymag.com
Missoni
PPQ; this and next via nymag.com
Louise Gray

MAJE Jelica beaded bag, at net-a-porter.com
Marc by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc tote, at shopbop.com.
Marc Jacobs Duffy Bag on Bag, at net-a-porter.com.
Hype bag at endless.com; pictured via cosmopolitan.com.
Marc Jacobs Robert Jennifer shoulder bag; this and next three at net-a-porter.com.
Marc Jacobs Safari pouchette.
Matthew Williamson box clutch
Roberto Cavalli leopard print box clutch
3.1 Phillip Lim Beryl clutch with beaded fringe, at lagarconne.com.
Lucky Brand pieced leather hobo, at victoriassecret.com.
Tory Burch stitched clutch, at toryburch.com.
Antik Batik Mugu Cabas handbag, at shopbop.com.
Chloé Sally jungle print structured handbag, at intermixonline.com.

Which one is your favorite, darling?
How do you feel about the patterned and textured handbag trend?

xoxox,
CC
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54 comments:

  1. UnknownApril 19, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    Oh me oh my, I would love one of those DVF clutch bags! I've missed reading your posts while I've been awol. Ahh indulgence xoxo

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  2. www.janetteria.comApril 19, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    Oh my Gosh! I love whimsical things as U know! I totally like Basso & Brooke and Isaac Mizrahi bag!
    Divine post, CC!

    XoXo

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  3. CassiopeiaApril 19, 2009 at 12:17 PM

    Yum... Love those bags... I do so love the MJ patterns!

    Xxxc

    http://clothestohealabrokenheart.blogspot.com/

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  4. AnonymousApril 19, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    so colorful! I'm in love with the matthew williamson one for sure. Delicious :-)

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  5. AnonymousApril 19, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    Lovely bags! I love the surreal feel of some of the bags!

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  6. AnonymousApril 19, 2009 at 12:36 PM

    aww, thanks for the link-love, CC! Don't ya just love that cotton candy purse? It almost gives me a toothache it's so sweet.

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  7. BlairApril 19, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    que bolsos tan bonitos!
    Soy fan de los bolsos de Loewe y Marc Jacobs.xoxo

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  8. Black Patent StilettosApril 19, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    Such a good study distraction :-)

    ps. thanks also for posting the chloe dress from outnet.com I've never visited the site before and love it!

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  9. AnonymousApril 19, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    I love the DVF clutches

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  10. erika soroccoApril 19, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    I don't think that there is anything more perfect than a whimsical handbag. I am especially taken with the Miss Marc tote. Miss Marc is the epitome of cool.

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  11. RiannaApril 19, 2009 at 1:04 PM

    I'm a bit dubious about the handbag that has a little purse handbag on top of it, is it marc jacobs? I'm not sure. I think it will be one of those styles that all the high street stores and definitely primark will really pick up on.
    I love how vivid all the colours are and what kind of statements each individual bag can make.
    Rianna Bethany xxxxxxxxxx

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  12. AllisonApril 19, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    I love how statement bags like these can really just compliment an outfit and make it a lot more fun! These are, as always,amazing selections darling CC! Enjoy the beautiful weather :)

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  13. The Little Fashion TreasuryApril 19, 2009 at 1:24 PM

    So many beautiful bags!

    I´m also searching for a new one but I´m
    still irresolute!

    HAPPY SUNDAY!

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  14. LauraApril 19, 2009 at 1:28 PM

    Love the matthew williamson bag!
    x Laura
    http://stylecoaching.blogspot.com

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  15. Clara RoblesApril 19, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Wow!! Great bags!!

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  16. Love + CakeApril 19, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    Some of those are so fabulous!! I like the marc jacobs a lot...

    xox, mavi

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  17. Fräulein LuiseApril 19, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    Bags are really one of the girl´s best friends!

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  18. JuliaApril 19, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    wow, the DVF's and Marc Jacobs' are truly amazing!
    xoxo

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  19. JuliaApril 19, 2009 at 2:46 PM

    wow, the DVF's and Marc Jacobs' are truly amazing!
    xoxo

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  20. SaraApril 19, 2009 at 3:02 PM

    That's fantastic!!

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  21. Hope Adela PasztorApril 19, 2009 at 3:09 PM

    oh dear! i love all of these so much!

    http://pinkchampagnefashion.blogspot.com/

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  22. GracieApril 19, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    I love the miss marc bag, it's adorable!

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  23. SiruApril 19, 2009 at 4:59 PM

    The first two are heavenly! Just dreamy!

    juliet xxx

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  24. AnonymousApril 19, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    I LOVE funky bags :D Thanks for the eye candy!reac

    Trisch xo

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  25. MegApril 19, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    Adorable handbags can add so much to an outfit! Love these!

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  26. essenceApril 19, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    Hoy también he subido el Safari de Marc, me gusta este bolso!

    Besos guapa!

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  27. i.d.April 19, 2009 at 7:27 PM

    Oooh the hair ones freak me out a little but I like the idea of having a statement bag that no one else has!!!

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  28. GabbiApril 19, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    March Jacobs made me a cat bag!

    Thank you for sharing dear CC,

    xoxo

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  29. KeithApril 19, 2009 at 11:01 PM

    Hey Carrie. These are all great. I really love the first one on the second row. Hope you've had a wonderful weekend. My new post for Monday will be up around midnight. Cheers!

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  30. Carrie Soucy, miamore communicationsApril 19, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    Love the patterned and textured handbags. This post is awesome! I'm drooling over the Antik Batick bag. After waaaay too long where logos and emblems ruled (in handbags, fashion and ALL accessories), I think this trend is totally on the mark. My specialty is jewelry but the trends carry across all categories... whimsy, creativity and individualized statements is the way to go. miamorejewelry.blogspot.com

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  31. Jadore-FashionApril 19, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    love the DVF clutches & the duffy bag! xoxo

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  32. AmeliaApril 20, 2009 at 2:26 AM

    I love how you can get away with any sort of handbag right now, the tackier, the better. My bags are rather plain, though.

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  33. ilikestuffApril 20, 2009 at 2:35 AM

    I love the oversized clutches! Maybe they'e not the most practical, but there's something so fresh and current about them, especially when they're carried with the model's arms down at her sides instead of in the crook of her arm. Love...

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  34. William Street StoreApril 20, 2009 at 3:01 AM

    i just love the pink and black louis vuitton!! It is so cute and girly.

    Statement bags are the best ♥ Fabulous post xoxo

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  35. AnonymousApril 20, 2009 at 3:14 AM

    I love bags and think accessories and bags are necessary esp when you are on a low couture budget-- you could take a plain Jane outfit and do wonders with bags... I totally love her bun (hair do) in the upper left...

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  36. EeliApril 20, 2009 at 5:17 AM

    Mathew Williamsan!!!! GAH I want so bad! lol I was actually looking at bags earlier too to no avail :(

    x

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  37. Gєммα;∂ιℓєммα.April 20, 2009 at 5:47 AM

    *dribble*

    Gosh, I'm about to have a heart attack.

    I especially love the Dolce & Gabbana and the Louis Vuitton ones.

    I love bags that are elegant with simple patterns and lots of different shapes on it. I'm sorry to say I really don't like the fur/hairy ones. They just look like little animals.

    xx

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  38. Haute WorldApril 20, 2009 at 6:17 AM

    I tend to favor black or neutral colored bags, but the selection you posted is so cheerful and bright it makes me want to run out and get a nice patterned purse :) Antik Batik does create some good ones for a reasonable price and DVF ones are great as well.

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  39. jessicaApril 20, 2009 at 7:55 AM

    oh louis vuitton and marc jacobs accessories are always tdf .

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  40. Vodka con limaApril 20, 2009 at 8:45 AM

    no sabria con cual qedarme!!!
    un besito

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  41. SongyApril 20, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    Matthew Williamson's bag is heartbreaking. oh dear.

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  42. BrigadeiroApril 20, 2009 at 9:31 AM

    Oh my! So many amazing bags!!!
    xx

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  43. FashionistaApril 20, 2009 at 9:38 AM

    I love them all..handbags are my weakness..I love the Marc Jacobs..Miss Jacobs one..I love bags that are different..not like everyone else..check out my blog I gave you a fabulous blog award..tata for now

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  44. Cupcakes and CashmereApril 20, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    i usually prefer rather neutral bags, but something with feathers like you've shown could be a fun change for a night out.

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  45. AnikaApril 20, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    Hey gorgeous CC,
    I have to admit that whimsical handbags are just not me. I like basic colours, leather and studs and straps. Yum.

    Love looking at the array of colours though...so pretty!

    Hope all is well with you bella,

    Have a great one,
    xx

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  46. Geri WuApril 20, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    I love the first two pictures! some of the smaller bags are just breathtaking

    xx, Geri
    http://lovegeri.blogspot.com

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  47. dangerussupermarketApril 20, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    the first pic is amazing!

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  48. HemalyApril 20, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    The DooRi bag is funny, haha, but cute. Definitely whimiscal!

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  49. UnknownApril 20, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    Oh yummyyyyy, I really love the giant furry ones! I've actually been on the look out for a huge patent leather purple bag.

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  50. AlineApril 20, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    these are all so much fun! I am really in love with both of those Marc Jacobs bags!

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  51. FrankieApril 20, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    I suddenly feel like I should be sewing hair and shiny stuff onto everything! Very inspiring post, CC - as always x

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  52. You're WelcomeApril 20, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    ooo fun handbags. love love love. perfect way to show your personality without trying/or worrying to much.

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  53. MizzJApril 21, 2009 at 2:07 AM

    Such a cool trend! My favs are the geometric print oversized clutches and the Marc Jacobs, who is always terribly unique. Going crazy on your bags or shoes is a great way to put some originality into your wardrobe without going overboard.

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  54. HoneyBunnyApril 21, 2009 at 8:59 AM

    Oh I love these!

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