Leighton Meester!

Yup!  Gossip Girl’s resident Queen B attended the event au naturel, or at least what looked like it, as she sat on the front row seat to enjoy the show.

Leighton Meester at the Derek Lam Spring 2011 Fashion Show, September 12

(credit: ...Read more »]]> Guess who was a bare-faced beauty at the Derek Lam Spring 2011 Fashion Show?

Leighton Meester!

Yup!  Gossip Girl’s resident Queen B attended the event au naturel, or at least what looked like it, as she sat on the front row seat to enjoy the show.

Leighton Meester at the Derek Lam Spring 2011 Fashion Show, September 12

(credit: Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images North America)

Doesn’t she look pretty even without make up? Now aside from her completely nude look, Leighton also kept it clean but edgy in an all white dress that she paired with contrasting black booties and an equally wintery white crossbody bag from the designer’s pre-spring 2011 collection.

What do you think of Leighton’s Fashion Week style, too plain Jane or simply perfect?

Going back to Leighton’s crossbody bag, if you’re curious how it looks like, here’s a product shot:

Derek Lam Painted Brushed Buffalo Leather Ume Mini Messenger in White Chalk

I have to admit, what it lacks in size, it makes up in beauty. Because that’s what it is, a beautiful piece, especially with that gold hardware coiling around like cuff bracelets.  If you like it, get it from the Derek Lam website for US$590.

Yup. That much. Small bag, big price. Well, it is to be expected from a designer piece. But no need to pressure yourself if you can’t afford it. You can still get the same look with these:

BCBGMax Azria Rural Crossbody, on sale for US$160 at Ebags.com

Dooney & Bourke Portofino Crossbody, US$285 at Zappos.com

FreeBird by The Sak Intermixed Saddle Bag, on sale for US$56 at Endless.com

Pair it with a white long-sleeve knit, white skirt, and black booties and you’re off to looking like Leighton!

Here’s a crossbody that I really, really, really, seriously want to have – the 3.1 Phillip Lim Adin Purse. I actually want it more than the Edie Studded Bow Purse (featured last week). And I mean, waaay more.

Now just recently, Rachel Bilson was spotted wearing this purse while walking in LA (see photos below). ...Read more »]]>

Here’s a crossbody that I really, really, really, seriously want to have – the 3.1 Phillip Lim Adin Purse. I actually want it more than the Edie Studded Bow Purse (featured last week). And I mean, waaay more.

Now just recently, Rachel Bilson was spotted wearing this purse while walking in LA (see photos below). Love her outfit, cute Elizabeth and James spring trench, and definitely cute bag! Seeing it on Rachel makes me want this bag even more.

Rachel Bilson and her 3.1 Phillip Lim Adin Purse with Click Lock in Onyx

(photo care of Just Jared)

Here’s a clearer view of the Adin Purse. It’s a simple black and tan combination, but how the combination is done is beautiful to the bone, especially with the silver studs and hardware that go with it.

3.1 Phillip Lim Lambskin Adin Purse with Click Lock

(photo care of Style.com)

I’m not going to keep on describing each and every element I think is wonderful about this purse. I am simply going to let the pictures below tell you how gorgeous this tiny purse is.

Front View

Up Close and Personal

Up Close and Personal

Side View

(all product shots care of Lagarconne.com)

Like it? Or definitely love it?

If you want the 3.1 Phillip Lim Adin Purse, it’s available at Lagarconne.com and it retails for US$425. Not bad actually; I mean, it is not cheap, but it is attainable.

Now if getting the look for less is all you want, try these other crossbody purses with the same black and tan combination:

Dooney & Burke New Leather Letter Carrier, US$165

Nino Bossi Belted Crossbody, US$209

You may also try this very affordable Bagallini creation which features the same zipper and compartment elements as the 3.1 Phillip Lim Adin Purse:

Baggallini Triple Zipper Bag, US$35

By the way, just in case you want Rachel’s Elizabeth and James trench, it’s available at Shopbop.com for US$545:

Elizabeth and James Field Jacket, US$545

Reese Witherspoon out for coffee (again) in a crossbody

Reese Witherspoon out furniture shopping in ...Read more »]]> Remember when we featured an article on Reese Witherspoon wearing a crossbody for coffee a week ago? Well, apparently this a-list Hollywood celeb is fast becoming a crossbody fan. She was again spotted wearing two different crossbody bags in two different occasions:

Reese Witherspoon out for coffee (again) in a crossbody

Reese Witherspoon out furniture shopping in a crossbody (Feb 17, 2010)

(photos care of Just Jared)

This slow but sure addiction into the “crossbody-hood” does not come to me as a surprise. Apart from the fact that it will be hot this spring, crossbody bags are so easy to use and it  stays out of your way. You can even go about your daily activities without noticing you’re wearing one.

To get Reese’s look in the first picture, you have two options.

If you have the cash to spend, get the Alexander Wang Brenda Mini Camera Bag with chain strap:

Alexander Wang Brenda Mini Camera Bag, US$425

Now, if you are on a tight budget, you can still get the look by using the Flote Black Mavis:

Flote Black Mavis, US$92

To get Reese’s look in the second (2nd) and third (3rd) pictures, you can get the following:

Nino Bossi Belted Crossbody, US$209

Dooney & Bourke New Leather Letter Carrier, US$165

Red is the color of love. But it is also the color of power. There’s nothing like a red bag to show people you’re sexy, confident, daring, and definitely in control. Besides, it’s a great piece of accessory that you can use as a highlight. There are days when all you need to brighten up ...Read more »]]>

Red is the color of love. But it is also the color of power. There’s nothing like a red bag to show people you’re sexy, confident, daring, and definitely in control. Besides, it’s a great piece of accessory that you can use as a highlight. There are days when all you need to brighten up your look is a red bag. And this basically explains why every girl should have at least one red bag in her closet.

Don’t have one yet? Here are 10 selections, one for every woman or girl:

For the bohemian chic

Lucky Brand Get Laced Fringe Crossbody, US$99

For the urban collegiate

Foley + Corinna Disco City Bag, US$198

For the lady with expensive taste

Furla Rubino Shopper Media, US$599

For the disco-dancing, party-going, club-hopping butterfly

MATT & NAT Hendrix Mini Bag, US$165

For the sophisticated and independent career woman

Liz Claiborne Bike Eest/West Doctor Bag, on sale for US$63 at Zappos.com

For the rocker chic

The Sak Studded Small Drawstring, US$55

For the lady who prefers the classic and the timeless

Cole Haan Village Mini Double Flap, US$195

For the Chameleon

Rebecca Minkoff Mini Mini, US$295

For the bold and glamorous

Dooney & Bourke Giraffe Tear Drop Hobo, US$335

For the fuss-free, always-on-the-go lady

Kate Spade Westbury Jan, on sale for US$220 at Zappos.com

]]> http://www.crossbodypurses.com/2010/02/15/your-2010-valentines-day-outfit-go-all-black-and-wear-a-red-crossbody-bag/feed/ 0 http://www.crossbodypurses.com/2010/01/01/leighton-meester-sizzles-in-her-rock-chic-get-up/ http://www.crossbodypurses.com/2010/01/01/leighton-meester-sizzles-in-her-rock-chic-get-up/#comments Fri, 01 Jan 2010 13:00:41 +0000 Roselle http://www.crossbodypurses.com/?p=459 Hands down to Leighton Meester! She always manages to look great on and off the camera. I admire her slightly off-beat taste. I especially love this photo of her wearing an oversized bag to go with her rocker girl outfit.

Leighton Meester and her black Fendi Peek-A-Boo Tote

Doesn’t she look sizzling hot? This is a get-up ...Read more »]]> Hands down to Leighton Meester! She always manages to look great on and off the camera. I admire her slightly off-beat taste. I especially love this photo of her wearing an oversized bag to go with her rocker girl outfit.

Leighton Meester and her black Fendi Peek-A-Boo Tote

Doesn’t she look sizzling hot? This is a get-up that I would love to emulate. Unfortunately, I found out that the bag she’s wearing is a Fendi Peek-A-Boo, one which I cannot afford at the moment as it costs thousands of dollars! So I took the liberty of looking for great looking alternatives that will be easier on the pocket, here’s what I found:

Furla Handbags Indo Tracolla Large Crossbody US$529

Furla is known for its well-made handbags. The brand always uses plush, genuine leather to create simple but sophisticated handbags so buying the Indo Tracolla Large Crossbody will definitely be worth every penny. This one has a top handle in case you want to wear it as a tote, plus a unique braided crossbody strap if you want to wear it as a messenger.

Kooba Piper Satchel US$499

Step into a whole new kind of sophistication with the  Kooba Piper Satchel. The metal hardware and pleating detail give a unique twist to an otherwise basic looking bag. Can be used as a satchel using the two (2) top handles, or as a messenger with the crossbody strap that comes with it.

Dooney & Bourke Dillen Juliette Bag US$335

Exquisitely made from genuine Vacchetta leather, the Dooney & Bourke Dillen Juliette Bag is basic in design, but exudes an understated elegance about it. Plus, it is large enough to function as an everyday bag that will hold your laptop and other everyday essentials, or as an overnight bag for those sleepovers.

Kenneth Cole New York Button Down Sm Flap US$215

Although a little smaller in size, I still think the Kenneth Cole New York Button Down Sm Flap makes the cut as an alternative to the Fendi Pee-A-Boo Tote on Leighton Meester. It has a top handle and a crossbody strap so you’re at liberty to use it any way you want.

There you have it. Four (4) great alternatives to get Leighton Meester’s rocker girl look.

“I’m not going to lie about it. I carry a satchel too. It’s like a man purse. It’s a whole thing.” - Nick Jonas, after admitting he gets ...Read more »]]> After just blogging about how satchels look good on men, Nick Jonas says this little gem of a quote at the just-cancelled show It’s On with Alexa Chung:

“I’m not going to lie about it. I carry a satchel too. It’s like a man purse. It’s a whole thing.” - Nick Jonas, after admitting he gets pedicures, also admits to carrying a man purse.

Nick Jonas and his man purse entourage

OK Nick Jonas, if you call it a “man purse”, it does sound bad. It sounds like something a straight man should never ever be caught dead wearing. Even by attaching the word “man” to it, it doesn’t really give it any masculinity at all. In fact, it actually does quite the opposite. Ever heard of mandals, guy-liner, or manties? Yeah, those terms didn’t come from straight men.

Anyway, being vexed at Nick Jonas for ruining our image of satchels for men isn’t going to do any good, so we’re just going to take a cue from the boys and list some SATCHELS made especially for women.

Here are 3 of what we like over at Zappos.com:

For the office: Liz Claiborne Crossbody – Buffalo in walnut, $74.00

For everyday: Dooney & Bourke Nylon E/W Triple Zip, $48.00

For travel: Fossil Sutter EW Crossbody, $138.00

Check out more crossbody satchels at Zappos.com.