Celebs such as Reese Witherspoon and Jessica Simpson own one if not several of these beauties so by owning one of the these purses you can follow the style of the stars.

The styles and colors of Carla Mancini handbags are vast, meaning there is something for all of us.

One great purse I adore by Carla Mancini is the Tall Studded Messenger in a cool taupe color. This purse is simple in style and has no over the top patterns or detailing. It is a high quality practical purse that due to its lush material oozes high fashion. You can also get this purse in brown, the design is the same however the darker color creates a slight shine which is lovely.

If you prefer something slightly brighter there are also many other purses within The Carla Mancini collection that are still made with Italian leather but come in brighter and pastel colors. For instance the studded drawstring purse comes in a variety of colors such as yellow and orange and features a cute tassel on the front.

With this reputation it is no wonder that some of our favorite celebrities have opted to own a Cartier Handbag to their no doubt ever expanding collection. Despite fashion being so fast paced it is always classically designed handbags like those by Cartier that keep popping up on celebs arms. These are reliable purses that never seem to go out of fashion, thus are a popular choice for many women.

Pop starlet Fergie from the Black Eyed Peas, has often been snapped by paparazzi with her Cartier bag. This black leather purse compliments her sassy yet pretty look and the golden chain detailing on the purse adds that element of glamor many celebs crave.

Actress Jennifer Garner also owns a Cartier. Her purse is similar to the one that Fergie owns however the style is simple as there are no metallic detailing such as chains. Instead this black and slightly oversized purse does its job and keep its reputation of creating a understated yet elegant look, which Jen is often known for.

These purses are at the higher end of the price scale, however as they are so versatile due to the simplicity of their design they really are a worth while investment. With purses by Cartier you get a high quality durable purse that looks great with both day and evening outfits thus it is always going to be a hit.

Miss Hiltons style is sassy, brave yet somewhat elegant and sophisticated so when I heard she was releasing not only clothing but handbags I was very curious indeed as her style is one that many women try to replicate often.

Now when celebs release there fashion lines, we often think ‘here we go again’ but to my surprise Paris has come up with a range of handbags that are actually amazing. Each bag has a senses of Paris’ own sassy yet sweet style.

For example within the Forever collection is a sweet purse named Forever Black. This purse is medium in size and on the main outer body has Paris Hilton written allover the fabric which actually looks very pretty. Providing an element of sex appeal is the black lather strip on the bottom of the purse along with the two small sized looped handles. One feature of this purse I love is the cute gold heard in the center of the bag.

The size of the purse is adequate too so it not only looks really good but it is practical too.

Within the Paris Hilton handbag collection you will find all styles of purse such as clutches, hobos and satchels which come in both plain colors such as black or funky colors such as pinks if you prefer something brighter – so there is something for everyone.

With the trend of celebrity fashion lines rising we can now create a look inspired by our favorite celeb. Those such as Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen have focused on a elegant boho inspired clothing line named The Row and even heart throb Justin Timberlake has a fashion line named William Rast.

There are even those who have created celebrity purses in their collections which now means not only can we wear clothing designed by the rich and famous but we can also buy accessories designed and inspired by them too.

One celebrity in specific that has included purses within their fashion line is Gwen Stefani. Her L.A.M.B fashion line is cool, trendy and unique and features several purses that you will simply adore.

Examples include the signature zip satchel. This small box shaped purse is very typical of Gwen’s unique style. The multi colored all over print on the exterior of the purse will brighten up any outfit, and the two small looped brown leather handles add a touch of sophistication and elegance.

Other celebrity purses include those by Nicole Richie. Here House of Harlow fashion line is girly, pretty and elegant and has several classy bags within.

You will find that she has several purses available such as sassy clutches, hobos and satchels all great for achieving that elegant style Nicole has.

Nicole is working n the release of up to 50 different handbags that are inspired by fashion trends of the 60’s and are said to start from $295 in price, so this is one line to watch out for.

]]> http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/celebrity-purses-designed-by-celebs/feed/ 0 http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/an-overview-of-designer-purse-brands/ http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/an-overview-of-designer-purse-brands/#comments Sat, 03 Jul 2010 10:34:42 +0000 RedMango http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/?p=404 There are many different purse brands out there for ladies to choose from if you want a designer purse. The cost of high end purses may be more but the benefit of these purses is they will last a lot longer than cheaper purses thus really are a great investment.

Here is a quick guide to some reputable purse brands:

Louise Vuitton, this brand of purse is loved by everyone and is often associated with its monogram patterned bags. These monogram purse are iconic and come in either chocolate and light brown which is the most classic and popular purse, or the monogram multi color which has either a black or white background. Whatever Louise Vuitton handbag you chose one thing is sure you will look just as hot as stars who adore the brand such as Paris Hilton and Beyonce. Other purse collections include Eepi Leather, Damier Azur Canvas and Suhali Leather.

Gucci is another popular brand of purse that fits the bill if you are looking for something luxurious and designer. Gucci Purses can typically be recognized by the G lettering which is often used in the patterns on the purse or on a metal logo plate. Collections within Gucci include the Bamboo Top Handle Purse, Techno Horsebit and Jungle.

Finally Mulberry is another brand that is high quality and highly fashionable. Mulberry bags in specific the famous bow bag are known to be sophitictaed and very feminine and are often seen on celebrities such as Britians TV presenter Ferne Cotton and ex Spice Girl and now fashion icon Victoria Beckham.

Marc Jacobs was born in 1963 in the US and it was in 1986 he revealed his very own fashion collection. Jacobs made such an impact on the industry it was only a year later that he received his very first and highly prestigious Perry Ellis Award for being fashions newest and best talent.

As Marc’s reputation and rapid success as a designer grew he was given a position at Louis Vuitton in 1997 as a Creative Director which he still retains.

Despite his success at French fashion house Louis Vuitton the Marc Jacobs brand has and is continuing to flourish. What started as offering small collections of women’s clothing has now expanded to offering Marc Jacobs handbags, menswear and children’s clothing.

One of my favorite pieces has got to be his purses. Marc Jacobs purses are glamorous, sophisticated and every girls dream. Take the Rockstar clutch purse he released in his 2010 collection for example. This Marc Jacobs clutch is fabulous to say the least and something you can wear anytime of the year, any time of day and at any occasion.

The purse is predominately made from leather and calf hair and is navy blue in color on the bottom section. The fold over flap is gold and navy but has a timeless dog tooth patten to it. Finishing the fold over flap nicely is a mini gold padlock.

This handbag is a great size too with the satin lined inside measuring 31cm in width and 16 cm in height. Finally what makes this bag so great is the detachable cross body gold and navy blue strap, perfect for transforming a trendy day bag into a glamorous night purse!

Who better an example than overnight sensation Lady Gaga, since she has hit the entertainment world every day we see her in outfits we never even knew were possible. Once prime example was during her controversial yet very artist music video ‘Telephone’. The pop princess was seen here sporting many extravagant fashion hats and at one point even used her own her to mold a hat that was shaped as a telephone – genius!

Miss Gaga has since had a massive impact on not only other celebrities such as Christina Aguilera but the public too, so much so that they are all following this brave trend and really going one step further when buying hats.

If you are not as brave as Lady Gaga, but want a high fashion look when buying a hat there are many options. For instance if you have a formal event to go to why not try a fascinator hat, these were once only worn at weddings but now many are wearing them for other events such as parties, race meetings and even simple small versions in nightclubs.

Another option is to buy a hat with a large brim if you want something highly fashionable to wear during the day. A large brimmed hat that is tilted and flops over at one side is very sexy and mysterious and you will be the envy of many!

Already we are seeing our favorite fashion magazines and designers bringing out some great summer purses in these pretty colors. One great example that is available in a pastel tone is the Mulberry Ruby Bow Bag. The leather bag is a soft peach/pink color and is already being snapped up by celebrities such as British radio and TV presenter Fearne Cotton and the ever fashionable Pixie Lott.

This bag is simple in appearance yet very pretty due to the main feature being a large leather box that is fixed on the front of the bag. There are two short leather handles, also in the same peach-pink color so you can carry the bag in your hands or you can hook it over your forearm for a sassy look.

This summers fashion is very pretty, should you be struggling to find an outfit to match your pastel colored bag why not look at another fashion hit this summer which is blue denim. Pastel colors really compliment blue denim so why not team your pastel bag with a pair of jeans, shorts or even this summers must have a pair of denim dungarees.

If you want a really feminine look, opt for a floaty nude colored dress, also a big hit this spring/summer. To give your look a high fashion look, team with a dark jacket such as black or a pair of black tights. This creates a contrast between the two colors yet it really works.

Golf is now a very popular game and a fashionable one at that, with the likes of Justin Timberlake often being seen playing. As the game itself is the sport to be seen playing, the attire one wears for golf is becoming just as important.

With golfing attire being important for many this means that straw golf hats worn by Snead since the early 1930’s have evolved in the fashion industry to being more stylish and cool.

Many straw hats that are intended to be worn for golfing purposes, will typically have a large brim, this is great for keeping the sun out of your eyes which is crucial when taking those all important swings. Despite most straw hats for golf having this wide brim their appearances do vary, which means you can still let your fashion personality shine through.

Some great examples include those of different colors as gone are the days when straw hats were predominantly natural tan colored, now the straw can be dyed colors such as blacks, blues, greens and even red should you prefer something brighter.

Other ways the hats are customized are via the bands that are wrapped around the outside of the hat just above the brim. These include different colors, patterns some like Nike’s versions even have logos.

If you are a fashion conscious golf player, then opt for a color that will match any outfit, blacks, browns and plain straw colors will go with anything.

]]> http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/a-look-at-straw-golf-hats/feed/ 0 http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/black-straw-hats-perfect-for-formal-events/ http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/black-straw-hats-perfect-for-formal-events/#comments Sat, 29 May 2010 11:33:35 +0000 RedMango http://www.strawfashion.com/blog/?p=291 This time of year many of us will find that as the weather is brightening up our diary’s are getting fuller with events such as weddings, christenings and even special days at horse racing days. These types of events require us ladies to glam up and many of my girlfriends have been asking me for style tips specifically for an accessory they can wear to multiple occasions to glamorize their outfits.

With this in mind I have recommended buying a black straw hat. Hats are the perfect accessories to buy when looking to give that low cost summer frock or little black dress an instant high fashion look.

Black straw hats are ideal for occasions such as weddings as they are more formal in their appearance than natural colors such as tans. There are many available such as those with wide brims, my favorites are those that naturally tilt to one side as they create a sassy yet classy look.

These hats are great if you have an occasion where you will be outdoors such as a horse racing event such as Ladies Day, the straw material is light-weight so it won’t ruin your hair do, nor will it make you sweat around the hair line which tougher fabrics such as felts usually do.

If you want a hat that really makes you stand out, look for those that have flower details or bands above the hats brim, often you can buy a black hat that has colorful detailing which really livens your look up.

As for what color outfit you should wear, black literally goes with anything, so you can wear the same hat to different events but just change your outfit. Great outfit colors that really make black hats look great are hot pinks, whits and reds.