12/28/08

Manie Bugs Lila with wrislet chain

One of customers emails us her comments on the Marnie Bugs Lila with wristlet chain.  She states that she uses the bag for her days at work, traveling for business and going out to dinner with friends. She receives comments on the color of the bag, the softness, and especially the gold chain.  She also comments on the design of the interior pockets, the lovely red color of the interior fabric, and the accompanying assessory bag which she uses for credit cards, cash, makeup, or other items.

We think you would love this handbag, and it is on sale!

Have a wonderful New Year celebration!

 12/21/08

create you own custom handbag

During this difficult times it is important that our customer buy just what she wants.

If you don't see what you want from the designers that we offer, you can create your own handbag. You can pick the external and interior fabric that you wish.  If you don't see the fabric that you want, give us a call or send us an email and we will locate the fabric you want.  The same applies to the hardware on the outsider of the bag.

Also important are the pockets, inside and outside the handbag.  If you don't see what you want on our site, call or email us and we will design the pockets so they are exactly what you want.

We can also make the straps so they are the length that you desire.

With this capability we are providing you with a beautiful and functional handbag or purse, so that your funds are well spent.  Also, we think you will enjoy the experience of creating your own handbag.

Have a wonderful Christmas!

10/24/08 

black is the new black

In all my latest perusing of fall fashion magazines,  I have come across one consistent theme--black is back.  Whether it be trends of rocker chic, goth or just classic grey scale dress, black is everywhere in all textures of leather.  At handbagtailor.com, we carry tons of fashionable black handbags for you or you can create your own. 

One of my faves is the Ananas Beatrice Distressed black patent shoulder/hobo bag.  I'm kind of partial to big bags because I tend to overload my purse.  This purse has such a unique shape and the texture of the leather insures this bag will take a beating and still come across as stylish.  And in the classic ,and very in color, black, it will carry you from season to season.  On sale at $450.00.

If you are in the Christmas shopping mood, what better time to design a custom handbag for someone you love. It will arrive around Thanksgiving at your door so you can start wrapping early.  My sister Julie is a purse maniac and 95% of her closet is black.  I'm thinking she would really love the Shoulder Hobo by Viva in Black lamb leather with silver hardware.  Lots of pockets for her lipstick and cell phone on the front and a roomy interior for her other must haves.    

9/17/08

One of my favorite monthly magazines, Lucky, just ran a web article on "Great Bags under $150."  It seems that all the financial woes on Wall Street are starting to sink into our pocketbooks as well.  But what if you still need a new handbag? Don't fret.  Handbagtailor.com has many affordable options available, especially if you take advantage of our Fox 20% discount by watching the clip I blogged about on 7/31/08.   

Marnie Bugs, my favorite classic designer, features the Buggette in black Italian leather with a gold D-ring clasp for only $200.  The Buggette is the size of a clutch but the shoulder strap doubles its practicality.  Ms. Bugs also offers the Red Fin clutch for $150 and the Red Sliplet Chain clutch for $187.

All told we have at least ten handbags available for under $200 especially if you take advantage of the FOX discount. 

9/10/08

Python is the handbag texture of choice in this fall's monthly fashion magazines. From clutches to shopping totes and hobo bags python is covering them all.  Handbagtailor.com has partnered with Viva Bags of California to bring you five different handbag styles all available in python.  Python colors available include classic tones like brown-gold and silver, but also a  very eco sage green color.  All three colors are available on our five styles of customizable handbags from the envelope clutch to the Kelley tote.  And you pick the hardware.  

 9/2/08

Feeling the latest pinch of the ever slumping economy?  I just returned from the MAGIC apparel and accessories show last week in Las Vegas.  I couldn't help but notice that many handbag companies are downsizing to affordable clutches and wallets.  Here at Handbagtailor.com we have many price friendly clutches and wallets to choose from.  For instance, Cate Adair of Desperate Housewives has a wealth of signatures clutches available on our website, including the Violetta and Viola in the full gamut of texture and color combinations.  The Violetta in Brown or Black croco would be perfect match for the ready to wear collections this fall that are featuring very classic toned accessories.  Not only is it a practical sized clutch, but Ms. Adair has designed the Violetta for the shopping girl too by including a gorgeous gold chain strap as an option. And at $175.00 it's perfectly affordable.

One of my favorite clutches is the Luella by Marnie Bugs.  It's mixed media of espresso toned croco leather on top and silky chocolate brown suede on bottom tantalizes me into submission.  The signature Marnie gold pin studs complement the Luella in a not so subtle fashion.  I own the Marnie Vanessa in Cielo Gator which has the very same gold pin studs adorning it and I'm constantly being drawn to the pin prick of shine they give off when the sun catches them.  I want to own the Luella too because I always tuck a clutch inside my Vanessa to take into the grocery store, the post office, the gym for an espresso post-workout, when I don't want to lug every last tube of lipstick I own in there with me.  The Luella would be perfect for that.  It's a larger than life clutch with it's width maxing out at a foot and a half.  Perfect for my keys, cell phone, credit cards, checkbook and only one tube of lipstick!  And at $275 it's perfectly affordable too.

Don't forget that Handbagtailor.com has the ever stylish Envelope clutch that you can color customize the exterior leather and inside lining for a mere $112.50!  May I suggest the timeless colors of black or brown in an eye catching texture of Brown or Black Croco Patent Croco.

8/13/08

The latest craze color for Fall is purple.  Why not let our experienced craftmanship team located in California stitch you your very own purple back to school appropriate Messenger bag in your pick of either New Look leather or Lamb in plum.   

May I suggest hardware in antique brass.  At $312.50 you will be getting a custom stitched bag in your pick of fall's hottest color crafted of genuine leather.