Sex and the City, the Fashion Movie is here!

Will Carrie Bradshaw and Mr Big finally tie the knot?

Will Cinderella and the Prince live happily ever after?

Well it's time to find out! Yippeeee!!! After its premiere in London on Monday May 12, 2008, the movie that we've all been waiting for, the movie based on the popular HBO Sex and the City series has finally arrived with special screenings at select AMC Theatres and then followed in theatres nationwide on Friday, May 30. You can even get 'Sex' at midnight with special Thursday night screenings in selected theatres!

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Sex and the City, The Buzz!

However, even before the film rolls, with the girls appearing on shows like the Today Show, the Early Show and Regis & Kelly, and of course with additional film and premiere coverage on entertainment shows including E! News, Extra, Access Hollywood, E.T., The Insider, and not to mention the multiple commercials on TV and the tidbits plastered in magazines and general press, Sex and the City (SATC) is at fever pitch!! Sex & the City fashion has been the buzz for fashionistas everywhere!!

Sex and the City, The Fashion!

I'm sure that you will be like me and just can't wait to see the movie incarnation of HBO's Sex and the City. I certainly can't!! I can't wait to see how the now 40-something Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker), successful author and everyone's favorite fashion icon-next-door, and her three gal pals, Samantha Jones (played by Kim Cattrall), Charlotte York Goldenblatt (played by Kristin Davis) and Miranda Hobbes (played by Cynthia Nixon), have matured in their attitude to sex, love and relationships and just as importantly, in how they have matured in the fashions that they love and wear.

Sex and the City, The Movie!

I know from Sex and the City, It's a Fashion Show! that "the fashion is really different. Everything is more expensive, more beautiful, the shoes, the jewelry..." and that the "fashion comes from Paris, it Comes from Italy, it comes from New York, it comes from everywhere" and that we can expect some maturity as Sarah Jessica Parker (SJP) herself has said that "taste has changed, palette has changed and that's what happens when you grow up."

However, with all the buzz and after watching the 30-somethings in re-runs of the HBO Sex and the City series for days now, I being a mega SATC fan, can't wait to see the feature-length movie. Yes I want to sit there for 2 hours and 15 minutes and watch the ultra chic and the fabulous and sophisticated Sex and the City style! I want to see the girls strut their stuff again :)

Sex and the City, the Designer Clothing, Designer Shoes, Designer Handbags and Designer Jewelry!

Yes there will be lots of love and sex, and Mr BIG of course, but I want to see the girls in the latest designer clothing and designer shoes as well as the hottest designer handbags and wearing the to-die-for designer jewelry. SATC the movie will no doubt be like going to fabulous designer clothing, designer shoes, designer handbags and designer jewelry fashion shows all lumped into one, 2 hour and 15 minute fashion show. I can't wait.

Sex and the City, the Designer Jewelry and Designer Handbags!

Now I know that Fred Leighton and Nancy Gonzalez, both played a major role in accessorizing the leading ladies for the film.

Sex and the City, Designer Jewelry

You will see the bling when Carrie Bradshaw lights up the Big Screen in her Fred Leighton designer jewelry. Fred Leighton played a starring role along side Sarah Jessica Parker in the Sex and the City movie. And it's no surprise given Fred Leighton's celebrated uniqueness and its unparalleled one of a kind jewels.

SATC's stylist and designer, Patricia Field, chose unique unrivaled Fred Leighton pieces to wardrobe Sarah Jessica Parker in several scenes of the movie. In multiple scenes throughout the movie a pair of Fred Leighton antique diamond pendant earrings are a staple in Carrie Bradshaw's jewelry repertoire. In the Carrie Bradshaw Wedding Scene, she wears a stunning pair of Fred Leighton, 19th Century Diamond and Natural Pearl Cluster Earrings and a Fred Leighton, 19th Century Diamond Feather Brooch. Now aren't these stunning Fred Leighton designer jewelry pieces to die for :O

 

Now if you want to similarly impress then Fred Leighton designer jewelry pieces and collections are available at the Fred Leighton store in New York City and the Fred Leighton Store in Las Vegas. By the way, Carrie's wedding dress was designed by fashion designer Vivienne Westwood; now isn't it gorgeous!!!

Sex and the City, Designer Handbags

Synonymous with style and renowned for being the ultimate in luxurious croc handbags, Nancy Gonzalez was also on the top of Patricia Field's list for accessories for the Sex and the City movie.

Both Samantha and Miranda are seen carrying Nancy Gonzalez designer handbags and crazy as it might seem, Samantha’s little pooch is also accessorized in matching Nancy Gonzalez accessories. This lucky dog is seen wearing a Nancy Gonzalez one of a kind gold croc collar and leash designed to match Samantha’s Nancy Gonzalez gold tote designer handbag (see detail picture below left) and apparently made especially by the designer for the movie. I'm not at all sure about coordinating your outfit with your dog but wouldn't you just love to get your hands on that little pooch ;)

In the scene where we see her walking down the street with the Sex and the City girls (picture below), Miranda is holding a Nancy Gonzalez exotic skin tote (see detail picture above right).

If you want the look then the Nancy Gonzalez exotic skins handbag and accessory collection is available at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and at fine specialty stores worldwide.

Sex and the City, the Ultimate Chick Flick!

Well will this movie incarnation of the HBO Sex and the City series be the Ultimate chick flick? Not long now to tell but it sure is looking like it will be. I just can't wait to see this chick-flick. Can't wait to see the designer clothes (Vera Wang, Vivienne Westwood, Christian Dior and Oscar De La Renta), the designer handbags (Birkin, Chanel. and Louis Vuittons), the designer shoes and all the bling, the designer jewelry :)

Sex and the City, It's a Fashion Show!

The world premiere of the much anticipated movie, Sex And The City (SATC) takes place in London tonight. Personally I think that New York should have had the first screening, I mean that's where the HBO series was set and shot, that's where the 30-somethings Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha strutted their stuff!

Regardless, as much as Sex and the City is about columnist Carrie Bradshaw, her three gal pals, and their lustful urban quest for good sex, love and fab clothes, being set in New York City, fashion has always been a major part of the story. But now some four years on what can we expect when it comes to the fashion?

Also, will it simply continue on from where the series left off or will the now 40-somethings have matured and matured in the fashions that they wear. Will we see more of the breaking of the rules, the unexpected and outrageous, or will we see a more mature collection of fashion. The following video by BlackTree Media might shed some light on these questions.

 

Well there are some clues there. It is said that "the fashion is really different. Everything is more expensive, more beautiful, the shoes, the jewelry..." and when talking about the show's stylist and costume designer Patricia Field, Sarah Jessica Parker says that "she's really good at telling the story with clothes and she really knows these women in the city." And yes we can expect some maturity as Sarah Jessica Parker later says that "taste has changed, palette has changed and that's what happens when you grow up."

Pat Field herself says that the "fashion comes from Paris, it Comes from Italy, it Comes from New York, it comes from everywhere" and when talking about the costumes Kristin Davis (Charlotte) says that "there were just tables of bags, like every new bag that you haven't even seen in the stores yet and then there were tables of shoes, and I mean it was just like Mecca."

So from this we can expect some new ideas but I'm sure that we'll see the latest in designer clothing, shoes and designer handbags. Yes there will be lots of love and sex, but just as importantly, the feature-length Sex And The City movie will be like going to a fabulous fashion show. I can't wait.

My Camera Case - Not Just Another Fashion Accessory!

I've often written about one of the biggest loves in my life, handbags. However, I've rarely mentioned some of the other accessory bags that I have and so often use.

One such bag is the compact WaterField Designs camera case in the “blue indium” color. I just love this little gem and I always get compliments from everyone who spots it. Say goodbye to that bulky, black case you got at the camera store. This case is compact, protective and very cute! It's gorgeous and feels good to hold and carry.

More than Just Another Fashion Accessory!

It’s tough to choose, but possibly my favorite design aspect of the Pic Pocket is a mountaineering carabiner that comes attached to every case. It's a really functional design feature. I use it to attach my case to the strap of my handbag, or to one of the belt loops on my skinnies, and even to one of the handbrake cables at the front of my bike when I go cycling. Now, rather than fumbling through the junk in my handbag every time a good shot presents itself…I just grab my camera from its nifty case that’s always right there and ready. I’ve managed to shoot some hilarious candids this way.

The Pic Pocket is padded with shock-absorbing, plush neoprene and lined with a super-soft liner that doesn’t scratch my camera. The cases are manufactured in the US and it really shows in the quality and craftsmanship. The outside is framed with black ballistic nylon and you can choose from six colors for the sides (see picture above), including three colors of soft leather. The case closes with self-locking zippers so I know my camera will never fall out accidentally. Inside two pockets flush with the sides are great for carrying my license and credit card.

I love my Pic Pocket Camera Case and highly recommend it on account of the unique styling, compact size and functionality, as well as the good protection it provides from daily bumps and bruises. My only complaint with WaterField Designs is that it doesn’t make a case for my SLR…yet.

The Pic Pocket Compact Camera Case is available from WaterField Designs at $29-33. Each color is available in eight sizes. And it's easy to find the right case for your particular camera. Simply use the online sizing chart to find your camera and choose the right size. If you don’t see your camera listed, you can email them as I did and they’ll happily help you find the right one for your particular camera.

20% Off At Bloomingdales

Shop online for women's clothing, shoes and handbags, jewelry and accessories as well as for men and kids including sale and values at Bloomingdales now through October 25, 2007 and get 20% OFF your online purchase when you use promotional code OCT20 at checkout (exclusions apply).

My pick: I like the glazed leather east-west satchel in rust color by Cole Haan. This cute and functional handbag has double shoulder straps and top zip closure. It's fully lined inside with zip, cell phone and additional pockets. Measuring 14-1/2"W x 7-3/4"H x 5-1/4"D and with 7-3/4" drop from shoulder straps this Cole Haan bag is priced at $295 or $236 after the 20% discount.

Up To 75% OFF at Bloomingdales

Total savings of 50%-75% off original prices when you take an extra 40% OFF already reduced merchandise in women, men, kids, shoes (online only), handbags, jewelry & accessories at Bloomingdales. Use promotional code SV1012.

The range of merchandise left in Sales and Values is not that extensive but still, there's something for all tastes and styles and besides, with that extra 40% on top, there are some good buys.

In the women's category you'll find fashion designer labels including Splendid, Nanette Lepore and Marc by Marc Jacobs, and denim by Paige Premium Denim, Elie Tahari and Joe's Jeans. Colors and sizes are limited.

I do like the Joe's Jeans "Chelsea" 5-pocket  skinny jeans available in white and jade teal (black no longer available). They look really sexy jade teal as shown in the pictures here. Originally priced at $158.00 they were discounted down to $110.60 but now at $94.80

I also like the G Wheels Rainbow Prism Mesh Faux Wrap Top - Surplice top with long, sheer mesh sleeves. Originally priced at $89.00 but now available at $59.99. Bloomies is worth a look in.

20% OFF Handbags Including Sale items

Enjoy an extra 20% OFF including Sale items already marked down up to 70% OFF MSRP during eBags' Annual Friends and Family Fall Event through October 15, 2007. And eBags has lots bags to choose from including designer handbags, luggage and travel accessories, backpacks, sports and duffels as well as bags for business and laptops, and lots, lots more.

Your savings will be automatically applied to your order at checkout and you must click through email to activate. Alternatively, you can enter promotional code EMFRIEND07 to receive your special savings. Note that discounts cannot be applied towards the purchase of a Greeting-Gift Cards or email Gift Certificates and due to manufacturers' restrictions,  discounts do not apply to selected products and brands on the eBags site. Visit sale restrictions to review the restrictions associated with this discount offer.

20% OFF Wilsons Leather

Get 20% Off your entire purchase at Wilsons Leather online today 9/19/2007 only.

With many items including leather jackets, handbags and accessories, already on sale including Designer brands such as Calvin Klein, Guess, Kenneth Cole and Sean John this 20% offer is a great offer. Use promotional code 2013 at checkout.

Wilsons Leather is a leading specialty retailer of quality leather apparel, outerwear, shoes, handbags and accessories.

Banana Republic Special Fall Offer

Banana Republic's special Fall offer of 15% OFF when you spend $100 or more (online or in-store) ends today.

Simply enter promo code FALLGIFT at checkout to take advantage of this offer. To redeem in store, print this page and present it at the time of purchase. And there's a big range of clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and more to choose from.

Also check out Banana Republic's  Tweed Intelligentsia look for work. Natty and sophisticated, tweed has long been an office favorite. Opt for a sleek pencil skirt, try a shapely short jacket, or make an unforgettable impression in a classic suit. The look couldn't be any smarter. A great look for work!

Top Designers On sale Up To 80% OFF!

There are some great bargains to be had at this designer sale with markdowns of up to 80% OFF on top designer labels. 100's of NEW Styles have also just been added to the Sale Collection including designer jeans by Paige Premium Jeans, True Religion and more, swimwear by Gottex and Vitamin A, designer clothing by Splendid, Nicky Hilton, Junk Food Tees and more, as well as handbags.

A fun accessory are the Slinky mesh handbags as shown in the picture here. Available in either gold or silver they're on sale at $27, discounted down from $44. From the designer jeans collection, the Joe's Jeans Cigarette Skinny in Clash with darker denim and subtle distressing down the thighs and across seat (click on the picture on the right for detail) look cool and on sale at only $99 down from $158. There a slim fitting jean with moderate rise and interestingly you also get a silver Joe's Jeans charm necklace. I also like the 7 for all mankind Seven jeans collection on sale including the Seven Jeans Flynt Stretch in Dark Glacier (see below) discounted down from $176 to $97.

Visit this top designers sale to see more of the designer clothing, swimwear and designer handbags included in the sale collection.

Intuition Summer Sale

Get 20% OFF the entire store and end of Summer Sale at Intuition between 10am and 5pm on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th.

The first 50 shoppers each day will also receive a free Intuition goodie bag!

Intuition, a fave for many celebs including Lindsay Lohan and Jessica Simpson, is one of the hottest boutiques in Hollywood and carries a big range of products including designer clothing, designer jeans from top designer brands like Paige Premium, Sass & Bide, True Religion, as well as shoes and accessories and some of the latest tee shirts and handbags.

10581 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90064
(310) 234-8442

One Day JP Tod Leather Handbag Sale!

Now isn't this a gorgeous designer handbag by J.P. Tod? Described as a popular style from J.P. Tod's large shopper for today's career ladies. This made in Italy designer handbag is perfect for everyday use. The bag is made of soft and texture leather with white stitching and durable fabric lining inside with four side-compartment and a hub zipper pocket separate inner into three cavities. One side of the bag is embossed with Tod's logo. The protective rubber trends on bottom prevent the bag from scratches. The handbag measures length 14.5", width: 5" and height: 9.5" and has a 21"double handle/strap. A Tod's care card and a dust bag are included.

This designer handbag retails for $1,680 but normally on sale at eDesignerShop.com for $479, a saving of $1201. However, in this one day sale the bag is yours today for only $359.99!!! And here's how!

The bag is on sale today at eDesignerShop.com for $399.99 but take another 10% OFF and pay only $359.99 by using coupon code BYEBYE at checkout :) Be quick as this is a One Day Sale - One Day, One Item, One Great Price!!!  

eDesignerShop is a premium online boutique of authentic designer handbags and accessories such as Gucci handbag, Gucci wallet, Gucci bag, Gucci purse, Fendi handbag, Fendi wallet, Fendi bag, Prada handbag, Prada wallet, Prada bag, Prada backpack, Gucci messenger bag, waist bags and more!

Up to 75% Off Fashion Sale at ASOS.com

As an alternative to the high street, if you're looking for celebrity inspired fashion at affordable prices then the London based online fashion boutique ASOS.com with up to 75% off currently being offered on selected items, is definitely worth a visit.  And it's easy to see why ASOS.com is one of the top 2 most visited on-line clothing boutiques in the UK. It offers an extensive range of top women’s and men’s fashion, designer labels, lifestyle accessories and cult beauty brands at very competitive prices. This fashion boutique sure does have some cute stuff :)

The current sale covers a big range of items including day and going out designer dresses by favorite designer labels including Prophecy, Rainbeaux, French Connection, Lipsy, Miss Sixty, Chilli Pepper, Ted Baker, Diesel, All Saints, Pink Soda, One Teaspoon, Taka and lots more. Also on sale you'll find denim, shorts and skirts, knitwear, coats and jackets, as well as shoes, bags and purses, sunglasses and lots more.

My pick: Oh it's almost impossible to pick from such a big range of great designer clothing at these sale prices. However, I like the Ted Baker print top shown above with a separate bandeau to be worn underneath. It features a very stylish floral print and Ted Baker designer branding. It has hoop and cut out detail at the back and looks great with jeans or shorts and heels.

I also found this simple, cute but really sexy printed halter mini dress by Killah. Loaded with stretch for comfort and fit, this flirty dress is shown perfectly here with heels, a clutch, and simple jewelry. Add a pair of sunnies and it's guaranteed to make heads turn :) Yes it's simple but it's gorgeous and on sale at £32 down from £45.

This sale at ASOS.com is a great opportunity to snap up some great fashion essentials for much less.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

Described as the hottest fashion event of the year Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale starts today, Friday July 20! Fall's hottest styles are making their debut right now and for a short time only they're on sale! Prices go up on Monday August 6. Nordstrom have stocked their stores with irresistible clothes, jeans, lingerie, outwear, shoes, handbags, jewelry and other accessories for the whole family. Also on sale you'll find beauty exclusives from Lancome, Chanel, Estee lauder, Dior, Donna Karan, Bobbi Brown, MAC, Philosophy, vera Wang and more.

And if you can't get to a Nordstrom store then don't worry as you'll discover even more great savings at the online boutique nordstrom.com. So be among the first to fill your wardrobe with the best-at the best prices of the season.

Here's a snapshot of some of the great fashions you'll see. There's a gorgeous three-quarter coat by 3.1 Phillip Lim at $659 (after sale $1,100), Habitual 'Glory' skinny jeans at $119 (after sale $195), and a sexy plum colored Satin shift dress by French Connection on sale at $99.90 (after sale $158).

A real fave of mine, and shown in the picture here is the Knit Shift dress by Nanette Lepore. Sequined stripes light up a soft knit boat neck dress in an easy shaped style. Finished with three-quarter sleeves. Made from Italian merino wool and priced at $239.90 (after sale $370) this sexy dress looks gorgeous.

There's lots to shop. You can't miss this great nordstrom.com fashion event. Head on over to your nearest Nordie as soon as you can or avoid the crowds and shop at the online boutique nordstrom.com

Yoox Spring-Summer Collections Sale

Spring-Summer collections up to EXTRA 60% off Women, Men and Kids wear! Save on designer labels such as Diesel, Dolce & Gabbana, Costume National, Donna Karan, Marc Jacobs, Philosophy, Versace, Vera Wang and more. The Promotion starts Tuesday, July 17th and there are thousands of fashion items including designer clothing and designer jeans, handbags, designer shoes swimwear, jewelry.

Also online, live, are Yoox's Latest Fall-Winter Collections for women, men and kids. Featuring Dolce & Gabbana, Alexander McQueen, Costume National, Marc Jacobs, Costume National Homme, DSquared2, Giorgio Armani, Martin Margiela and many more.

YOOX.COM carries a big range of fashion clothing, handbags and shoes for Women, Men and Kids - fashion designer labels including 7 For All Mankind, Adidas, Akira, Antik Denim, Bikkembergs, Burberry, Calvin Klein Jeans, Chloe, Costume National, D&G, Diesel, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan, Fendi, Gianni Versace, Gucci, Jil Sander, Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu, Posh, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Roberto Cavalli, Stussy, Temperley, Versace, Yves Saint Laurent and many more.

Yoox.com is worth a look.

Banana Republic Summer Sale

Banana Republic has added further reductions to its Summer Sale of selected women, petites and women's tall clothing, denim, intimates, swimwear, jewelry, shoes and handbags, as well as men's shirts, polos & tees, sweaters, blazers & outerwear, pants, shoes and accessories.

Save Up to 60% both in-store and online. This offer ends 11:59 PM (ET), July 31, 2007.

Also get free standard shipping when you spend $125 of more. Just enter BRFREE at checkout to redeem this additional offer.

Banana Republic Summer Sale

Save Up to 50%

It's just in time for summer at Banana Republic where now through 11:59 PM (ET), July 31, 2007 you can shop and save up to 50% on selected women, petites and women's tall clothing, denim, intimates, swimwear, jewelry, shoes and handbags, as well as men's shirts, polos & tees, sweaters, blazers & outerwear, pants, shoes and accessories.

Also get free standard shipping when you spend $125 of more. Just enter BRFREE at checkout to redeem this additional offer.

YOOX Anniversary Sale!

YOOX celebrates its 7th Anniversary today!

From now until tomorrow evening, YOOX are giving all shoppers an EXTRA 15% OFF SITE-WIDE!

Simply use the code ANNIVERSARY@YOOX at checkout.

This offer ends June 21st!

My pick: From the YOOX Spring-Summer collection I love this short, Georgette silk dress designed by Temperley. Click on the image to enlarge. The 15% off on it's $594 price will be handy :)

YOOX.COM carries a big range of fashion clothing, handbags and shoes for Women, Men and Kids - fashion designer labels including 7 For All Mankind, Adidas, Akira, Antik Denim, Bikkembergs, Burberry, Calvin Klein Jeans, Chloe, Costume National, D&G, Diesel, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan, Fendi, Gianni Versace, Gucci, Jil Sander, Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu, Posh, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Roberto Cavalli, Stussy, Temperley, Versace, Yves Saint Laurent and many more.

20% Off at Intuition

Intuition is one of the hottest fashion boutiques in Hollywood and it carries a big range of products including designer clothing, shoes and accessories as well as some of the latest tee shirts, denim and handbags.

It's a favorite destination for celebrities and fashionistas alike and now until June 30, you will receive 20% Off your entire Intuition order. Note that some restrictions apply.

Celi, the Perfect Accessory!

I don't know about you but there are times when I just want to travel light but rather than carrying a handbag or or messenger bag, there are occasions when even a small clutch or over sized purse are just not right for the moment, particularly when you still want to carry the essentials; your cell/pda or pager, ipod, lipstick, money, tickets, id and other cards etc. Well with this in mind I want to tell you about a fairly new product called the Celicase or Celi for short. Released earlier this year, the Celi is a small, chic and stylish, leather handbag come purse purposely designed to carry your most essential items. It's ideal for on-the-go, tech-savvy fashionistas, businessmen and women, accessory lovers - basically anyone who is looking for functionality and style when it comes to carrying the essentials in a small yet functional handbag.

It's the all-in-one leave your purse or wallet and cellphone holder at home dream. The Celi is just fab, I've had mine for a month or so now (see picture above and click to see my Croco Red in detail) and have found its best feature to be its 4 different carrying options (clutch, clipped, worn with strap, looped through belt) which add so much variety and make it the ideal handbag for activities such as traveling, shopping, beaching, partying, clubbing, attending concerts or sporting events, hiking, biking, camping, jogging or working out at the gym.

Take Celi anywhere when you want to travel light but still have all your essentials with you! I've even taken mine to business meetings and formal events and get heaps of "where did you get that" type of comments! The Celi handbag just fits into any occasion, perfect all day every day. When you want to travel light but have everything you need in a functional and organised way, take the Celi and leave the purse behind.

You can use the Celi as you would a purse or wallet but by design, it just has so much more to offer in terms of practicality. For example, it has a Dual Attachment Panel (TM) which allows you to either clip your Celi to a waistband or purse or remove the clip and loop it through a belt for added security. When the clip attachment is not in use, it slides out and can be used as a money clip. Now isn't that clever! The removable adjustable purse strap can be used to wear Celi across your body or over your shoulder. For more elegant occasions Celi is compact enough to be used as a clutch.

When it comes to fashion and style, the Celicase is handmade from soft, genuine Turkish leather and looks absolutely gorgeous. The Celi is a great way to travel with practicality and style. Unlike most cellphone/pda holders, Celi has an additional compartment for essentials like lipstick, ID, passport, and credit cards - yet remains compact. The front panel easily snaps shut with strong magnetic closure while the inside boasts a rich velvet lining. Celi, is a practical and chic handbag.

The Celi is available in 18 different colors and two styles (plain leather and Croco-textured leather). Guys will love it too! At a price that can't be beat ($60 for plain leather, $65 for textured leather), the Celi also makes a perfect gift. You'll just love the product, the packaging and the service. When I got mine I was really impressed. It's only a matter of time until everyone will have one. You just have to check the Celi out!

Where do you get your own Celi? You can order your Celi handbag directly from the designer/manufacturer Celicase.

Freddy&Ma online samples sale!

Freddy&Ma designers of one-of-a-kind handbags are running an online samples sale! The handbags are sales samples from last season but are really cute.

The handbags are all 50%-70% off. However, there is only 1 of each bag listed so you will need to order quickly to get the one you want! Visit Freddy&Ma to see the samples on sale.

My pick is the hobo handbag with cork leather and nickel hardware; print by Sibyl Lindsay shown in the picture here (click the picture to see this bag in more detail).

Semi-Annual Fashion Sample Sale

Save Up to 90% on fashion clothing, handbags and shoes for Women, Men and Kids. Ends June 4th.

YOOX.COM announces it's Semi-Annual Sample Sale. Savings soar up to an Extra 90% off fashion designer labels including 7 For All Mankind, Adidas, Akira, Antik Denim, Bikkembergs, Burberry, Calvin Klein Jeans, Chloe, Costume National, D&G, Diesel, DKNY, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Gianni Versace, Gucci, Jil Sander, Marc Jacobs, Miu Miu, Posh, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Roberto Cavalli, Stussy, Versace, Yves Saint Laurent and many more.

Shop fashion apparel and accessories for Women, Men and Kidswear.

Shop YOOX.COM's Semi-Annual Sample Sale & Save Up To 90% on Women, Men and Kids fashion wear. Ends June 4th

So you only have 4 days!!!!

The Celebrity Designer Handbag Auction

Here's a roundup on the online Celebrity Handbag fundraising auction which ended on May 9, 2007 11:59 PM EDT. I wrote about this celebrity designer handbag event in the post Want to Own a Celebrity Designer Handbag? in which I described how celebrities and models generously donated their designer handbags for the online auction by the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) to help fund digestive disease research.

At the top end of town is the nothing short of stunning, yellow patent leather Versace handbag shown here and once owned and will probably always be missed and loved by Donatella Versace, the Vice President & Creative Director of The Versace Group. This designer handbag fetched a price of $716!!! I think that that's an amazing buy for such a gorgeous and priceless Versace designer handbag. It's a real stunner and is rich with detail. Just click on the image to see what I mean. You'll quickly see the amazing detail on this yellow patent leather, Italian designer handbag sporting that oh so desirable gold metal plaque with the signature Versace Medusa. There were 5 bids made by 3 bidders and of all the handbags auctioned, at $716 this designer handbag from Ms. Versace's personal collection, fetched the highest closing bid.

Next, the sophisticated black Gucci designer handbag, an evening handbag once owned by Emmy award winning actress, Mariska Hargitay ("Law & Order") was snapped up at a closing bid of $550. From the bidding history it is clear that while this designer handbag didn't fetch the highest price of all bags auctioned, it generated the toughest competition with only two bidders thrashing it out over 22 bids! I asked myself, was it the Gucci handbag or was it the fact that these two bidders were Mariska Hargitay or "Law & Order" die-hards? I would just love to interview the two bidders on this! It really is a gorgoeus Gucci handbag. The silver push clasp with a small raised Gucci logo on the front elegantly contrasts with the black watered silk. Polished silver U hooks, including one that bears the Gucci name, hold the half-inch wide single strap in place. The zippered closure opens to a soft silk interior featuring a single open pocket. This Mariska Hargitay once owned bag will forever be a talking point, I'm sure!

The golden tan leather, "Jil Sander" handbag previously owned by Emmy winning comedienne, Vicki Lawrence ("The Carol Burnett Show") at $466, fetched the next top closing bid. Interstingly though there was only one bidder for this celebrity handbag and was snapped up at the opening bid of $466. It's quite a large bag (18" x 11.5") with lots of room for meetings or travel. The "Jil Sander" name is embedded on the front, near the bottom of one of the front handles and again inside under the flap closure. Cream colored top stitching provides accents on the sides and where the rounded double handles meet the base. The satin interior is divided into three compartments: a center section with a magnetic snap closure and two open outer sections, one with a zippered security pocket and another with a smaller oblong pocket that closes with a leather, Velcro-backed flap.

Next, the luxurious fine leather Lambertson Truex designer handbag once again once owned by Emmy award winning actress, Mariska Hargitay ("Law & Order"). The zippered top closure opens to a roomy interior lined in the signature Lambertson Truex luxurious azure blue suede lining. The bag features two flat side pockets that snap shut for secure storage and quick access. A zippered side compartment provides functional organizational features such as a credit card holder, open flat pocket, and cell phone holder. Such features make it easy to organize contents. This soft, structured handbag was faught over by 3 bidders in 4 bids and was finally snapped up at $450.

One of my personal favorites, is the soft black leather Prada handbag. This designer handbag was once owned by ABC News Correspondent, Deborah Roberts. The front and back of the bag fold down for closure, secured by a Prada engraved silver metal clasp. Rounded double straps are attached to the body of the bag with square metal grommets. Expandable sides allow for extra storage. The inside cloth lining features the Prada monogram and a zippered multi-use compartment. Two bidders worked through 6 bids until it was finally sold at $425.

Next, and the final bag that I'll mention here is the off-white canvas Liz Claiborne handbag once owned and adored by the actress, Jenna Fischer ("The Office"). As you can see from the picture, it's an elegant, sophisticated looking designer handbag with brown tonings and brushed bronze hardware. This bag attracted 30 bids by 9 different bidders, the largest number of bids and bidders for all handbags auctioned. So this Liz Claiborne handbag certainly created a lot of interest.

Summing up, there are 16 fashionistas out there smiling no doubt from cheek-to-cheek with the 20 Celebrity Handbags between them :) One designer handbag and/or celebrity lover snapped up 3 of them! Two others each have two!

So what's interesting from this Celebrity Handbag auction, is the correlation, if any, between the bidding price or interest generated in the handbags from the perspective of the designer labels and the previous celebrity ownership associated with them. In other words, was the decision to bid on these celebrity designer handbags based primarily on the handbags themselves (albeit used but in perfect condition) and a wish to get them at a great price? Or was it driven by the desire of owning a handbag actually once owned by a model or celebrity, an Emmy Award or Academy Award winning actress or a television personality, a persepctive that makes them priceless?

Of course there is another element to why one would bid, and that is, the auction benefits a good cause; this was a fundraising auction by the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders to help fund digestive disease research.

To see the full details of the auction including bidding history, simply visit the Celebrity Handbag Auction.

Teen Clothing, Designer Jeans and Tees Up To 80% Off

Teen Clothing, Designer Jeans, Tees, Handbags and Swimwear, Up To 80% Off with over 100 new styles added to the sale collection.

The sale includes jeans, shorts, jackets and tops by AG Jeans, Ben Sherman tops and shirts, a big range of colorful tanks and tees by C & C California, Cheesey Tees, a big range of Chick by Nicky Hilton womens and teen clothing (the back flap pocket pants in dusty pink are cute), shirts, jeans and skirts by Chip & Pepper, track jackets, pants and shorts by Ella Moss, skirts, tops and tees by French Connection, cute red pants with side zip and turtleneck top by French Laundry, swimwear by Gottex, jeans, pants and shorts by Hudson Jeans, a big range and different styles of jeans by James Jeans, tops by James Perse, a good range of jeans by Joe's Jeans, some really cute teen clothing by Junk Food and Kendra Duck, a samll range of jeans by Miss Sixty, tops by Nallie and Millie, jeans including super lows by Paper, Denim & Cloth, a cute cropped wrap sweater in pink by Posh Chic, swimwear by Rajman, more great teen clothing by Rix Chix and so much more....

a small range of jeans by Sacred Blue and that fav Seven For All Mankind, lots of tops, tees and camis by Splendid, tops, tunics and pants by Susana Monaco, tops by Sweet Pea and Three Dots, and the Britney Spears and Jessica Alba much loved True Religion jeans, tees by Trunk Ltd, some really cute boyshort sets by Twinkle Tees, a big range of swimwear by Vitamin A, more sexy tops by Yana K and Zooey.

All in all, there's a fairly big range of womens and teen clothing with some really cute basics on sale at this online boutique. With world-wide shipping, there's something for everyone in this sale and with an An Extra 20% Off with Discount Code: clearance07, this sale is worth a look!

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