Plano Profile August 2010 : Page 58
taste&style Tables of contents O UR COLUMN SHOWCASES a selection of handbags, handpicked for fall. Distinctive handbags displayed on equally distinctive tables reflect the season’s need for change, in our homes, in our lives, and in our fashion. Wouldn’t it be grand to change our lives as easily as we change our handbags? Since that’s not possible, let’s content ourselves with changing our handbag. How do you know fall is around the bend? You’re sporting a new handbag. Realize that these bags are “luxury items.” They are hand-made of the very finest materials and designed by top talent in the fashion world. The finished product is unequaled. When you purchase a bag of this quality, you are purchas-ing an accessory that should last a lifetime. You will be very content with them, if they are within your budget. However, savvy shoppers are well aware that similar handbags with reasonable cost are readily available. Choose whatever route is right for you and your handbag. Now then, what’s new? What contents do these tables hold? Prada’s large leather bag in pumice is representative of neutral color. This exquisite bag works with the light grays and beiges you’ll see in suiting this season. An elongated beige bag by Michael by Michael Kors features flat silver studs in a diagonal pattern. Marc Jacobs’ small vanilla bag has a soft leather strap which allows the bag to be worn across the body. Fendi’s handbag with a magnetic clasp can be worn open or closed and with or without a long strap. READY–TO–WEAR If you prefer to leave the safety of neutral territory, be warned that intense color has also arrived this season. Perhaps a small messenger bag by Michael by Michael Kors in light teal achieves the pop you desire for a particular fash-ion. Rebecca Minkoff’s violet handbag is not for the shy and retiring. Botkier’s satchel displays pizzazz with its embellish-ments of fringe and zippers. A burgundy patent leather bag by Longchamp features a large zippered opening. Of course classics with a twist make their appearance each year. Gucci features a canvas and leather handbag that is a throwback from decades ago. Chanel offers a backpack that can be worn as such or worn as a shoulder bag. Whatever handbag you choose to carry, here’s hoping you’ll be content with it. Prada, $1,530 at Neiman Marcus Rebecca Minkoff, $550 at Saks Fifth Avenue Michael by Michael Kors, $198 at Saks Fifth Avenue 58 PLANO PROFILE AUGUST 2010
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Linda Kenney
Tables of contents O a selection of handbags, handpicked for fall. Distinctive handbags displayed on equally distinctive tables reflect the season’s need for change, in our homes, in our lives, and in our fashion. Wouldn’t it be grand to change our lives as easily as we change our handbags? Since that’s not possible, let’s content ourselves with changing our handbag. How do you know fall is around the bend? You’re sporting a new handbag.
Realize that these bags are “luxury items.” They are handmade of the very finest materials and designed by top talent in the fashion world. The finished product is unequaled.
When you purchase a bag of this quality, you are purchasing an accessory that should last a lifetime. You will be very content with them, if they are within your budget. However, savvy shoppers are well aware that similar handbags with reasonable cost are readily available. Choose whatever route is right for you and your handbag. Now then, what’s new? What contents do these tables hold?
Prada’s large leather bag in pumice is representative of neutral color. This exquisite bag works with the light grays and beiges you’ll see in suiting this season. An elongated beige bag by Michael by Michael Kors features flat silver studs in a diagonal pattern. Marc Jacobs’ small vanilla bag has a soft leather strap which allows the bag to be worn across the body. Fendi’s handbag with a magnetic clasp can be worn open or closed and with or without a long strap.
If you prefer to leave the safety of neutral territory, be warned that intense color has also arrived this season.
Perhaps a small messenger bag by Michael by Michael Kors in light teal achieves the pop you desire for a particular fashion.
Rebecca Minkoff’s violet handbag is not for the shy and retiring. Botkier’s satchel displays pizzazz with its embellishments of fringe and zippers. A burgundy patent leather bag by Longchamp features a large zippered opening.
Of course classics with a twist make their appearance each year. Gucci features a canvas and leather handbag that is a throwback from decades ago. Chanel offers a backpack that can be worn as such or worn as a shoulder bag.
Whatever handbag you choose to carry, here’s hoping you’ll be content with it.Comings and goings Saks Fifth Avenue Willow Bend has announced several exciting events in August. They include a Wacoal Get Fit event and a La Mer Facial event. Please call the store at 469.443.3450 for more information and dates.
Collin Creek Mall recently welcomed a new retailer.
Keeks is now open and debuts a unique concept: They sell gently used designer handbags, stocking hundreds of handbags from authentic designers. They also buy and trade. This unique addition to Collin Creek Mall is located on the lower level near Macy’s.
Neiman Marcus Willow Bend will host a Stella McCartney Trunk Show in Designer Sportswear on Wednesday, August 11 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. featuring her latest collection. Don’t miss the Manolo Blahnik Trunk Show in Ladies Shoes on August 12–14. On Thursday, August 26, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., the Couture area will host a Rena Lange Trunk Show.
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