Foley ...Read more »]]> Piperlime is holding a Lime Tag Sale, where you can get discounts of up to 50%. Browse their selection of bags, and you’ll be tempted because of the many choices that have now become affordable. We know this because we’re also tempted, and have, in fact, found cross-bodies to feature. We think you’ll like them.

Foley + Corinna Bora Hobo, $163.99

Lodis Spring Charm Lexy Crossbody, $88.99

Fossil Lyla Satchel, $105.99

Botkier Howard Street Crossbody, $145.99

We sure do like them, and we just might mosey on over to Piperlime to get them. Join us and take advantage of this sale!

Gee Paris, I don’t know, maybe it was the big, burly bodyguards, the “look-at-me” oversized sunglasses or the fact that ...Read more »]]> Paris Hilton was trying to hide from the paparazzi by donning several disguises while in Paris. She wasn’t very successful though as the paps still recognized her along with a LOT of people on the street.

Gee Paris, I don’t know, maybe it was the big, burly bodyguards, the “look-at-me” oversized sunglasses or the fact that Nicky Hilton was walking beside you that gave you away?

Paris Hilton’s failed attempts at remaining incognito while in a spy shop in Paris on July 15, 2010

Anyway, aside from Paris Hilton’s interesting attempts at disguising herself, another interesting item in her pictures is her crystal leopard print messenger bag. It’s leopard print, but crystallized!

Here are clearer pictures of Paris with the bag in full view:

July 15, 2010 – Paris Hilton spends a day shopping in France in the city of her namesake

Digitalized, almost pixelated leopard print – what a cool take on the leopard print trend! The print formed by crystal studs looks very much like leopard spots when viewed from afar but it’s a little harder to decipher up close (check out the product images at the link at the end of this post).

This bag inspired a search for other cross body bags with new, interesting twists to the leopard print and these are the three that I found:

1. Foley + Corinna Disco City Bag, $215.00. Bleached out leopard print – it kinda looks like it’s right side out.
2. Brighton Haute Spots Mini Bag, $115.00. Happy rainbow-colored leopard spots!
3. Dan W Jeweled Leopard Cross Body, $49.99 (was $100.00). Whitish leopard print bedecked with jewels.

Sometimes, the leopard print can look really old so I find these purses really refreshing to look at.

Paris Hilton’s own bag is the Balmain Crystal Leopard Suede Shoulder Bag. It’s € 1691.34 (curently 20% off) at LuisaViaRoma.com.

She looked terrific as always in a classy casual ensemble of black wrap dress, waist belt, and a pair of flats – the perfect picture of “fashionable in black during spring”. She finished off the look with an equally elegant ...Read more »]]> Half Brazilian celebrity beauty Camilla Belle was spotted shopping in  Hollywood with a gal pal recently.

She looked terrific as always in a classy casual ensemble of black wrap dress, waist belt, and a pair of flats – the perfect picture of “fashionable in black during spring”. She finished off the look with an equally elegant black chain strap crossbody.

Camilla Belle

Much like wearing a sequined coat or jacket, a bag with a chain strap immediately gets an upgraded and dressier look. When worn, it adds a touch of glam to the wearer.

With Camilla’s sophisticated all black attire, a chain strap crossbody bag to match was simply the most appropriate.

If you like Camilla Belle’s classy casual look, emulate the outfit and put on any of these chain strap crossbody bags:

BCBG Max Azria Washed Fold/Zip Clutch, on sale at US$131 (6pm.com)

Rebecca Minkoff Heartbeat Bag, US$495 (Shopbop.com)

Nine West Double Chain Small Crossbody, US$59

Foley + Corinna Wrapped Chain Crossbody, US$325 (Shopbop.com)

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/2010/01/19/5-crossbody-bags-that-turn-into-totes-and-more/ http://www.crossbodypurses.com/2010/01/19/5-crossbody-bags-that-turn-into-totes-and-more/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:22:17 +0000 Erika http://www.crossbodypurses.com/?p=519 We just can’t get enough of versatile bags that turn into other handbag styles. The extra options give us more to play on, not to mention allow us to plan more outfits around on.

Inspired by last week’s post on the Lucky Brand Patch Abbey Road Bag, we went looking for more bags that give bang for ...Read more »]]> We just can’t get enough of versatile bags that turn into other handbag styles. The extra options give us more to play on, not to mention allow us to plan more outfits around on.

Inspired by last week’s post on the Lucky Brand Patch Abbey Road Bag, we went looking for more bags that give bang for our buck. Here are 5 crossbody bags that turn into totes and more:

High Fashion Handbags Medium Fold Over Cross Body

The 3″ double metal handles are what sold us on this bag. This is also available in black and ivory (both gorgeous), but the fuchsia pink is the only one with a pebbled leather finish. $186.00 on eBags.com.

Fossil Harper Foldover Tote

Fossil created a winner with this tote when they put contrasting fabric prints on the handles and the bag’s main body. The light and dark floral prints are equally beautiful, but this neutral multi print will be easier to mix and match with. $108.00 on eBags.com.

Joe’s Handbags Denise Fold Over Crossbody

Another crossbody tote in a great pattern, this bag also has a contrasting plain-handle-and-printed-body design. The extra thick foldout handles keep the bag in proportion when used as a tote, and extra long width doesn’t look awkward when it’s folded over as a crossbody bag. Now 33% off, $149.99 at eBags.com.

The Sak Handbags Solana Crossbody

If you’re the kind of person who likes using only one bag for each day, then we suggest going for this one. Its classic design is good enough for everyday, but the sleek black leather, gold hardware, and sassy silhouette will still win over the stylish crowd. Now $125.84 at Zappos.com.

Foley + Corinna Disco City Bag

This is actually a mini version of a different Foley + Corinna bag, but based on the model, it looks like it’s just the right size. It gives the appearance of a big clutch when folded over and worn as a crossbody bag, but it’s still roomy enough as a tote. The rolled handles and the super soft pebbled leather make this bag so lovable. $198.00 at Shopbop.com.