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MICHAEL Michael Kors Leather Hobo on Sale

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:29:41 +0000

Right now is a fantastic time to shop at Nordstrom for a new handbag. Their Half Yearly Sale offers terrific bags at up to 50% off the retail price.

Courtesy of Nordstrom

This large leather hobo from the MICHAEL Michael Kors line is a fabulous choice for everyday wear. It features contrasting accent stitching and silvertone handware. At 13 inches wide, this hobo bag is big enough to hold all your essentials. Inside, you'll find the MK logo print lining and several organizational pockets.

Regularly priced at $298.00, this MICHAEL Michael Kors hobo is now $149.90 (Buy Direct). It comes in luggage brown (pictured) or black.

MICHAEL Michael Kors Leather Hobo on Sale originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Friday, November 6th, 2009 at 00:29:41.

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Skooba Netbook Messenger Bag

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:38:33 +0000

Everyone seems to have a netbook these days. They are a portable, lightweight, easy way to stay connected when you are on the go. Though you can usually slip your netbook into a handbag or tote, you might also want a bag specifically designed to carry and protect your little computer.

Courtesy of Skooba Design

Skooba Design has created a line of messenger bags that are perfect for carrying a netbook. These bags measure only about 14 inches wide, so they are less cumbersome than a traditional laptop bag. They are designed for netbooks with up to 10 inch screen size. What I love about Skooba bags is all their organizational pockets.

The Skooba Netbook Messenger Bag has 20 pockets and compartments, including the padded sleeve for the netbook, a mesh pouch for your power adapter, a pocket for your digital camera, and much more. There's even a place for your water bottle.

Priced at $49.95, these bags are both cute and durable. Created from water-repellent nylon, they are available in four colors -- black, white, red and blue. Visit the Skooba Design website to find more information. Do you have a netbook? I'm still using a somewhat bulky Sony VAIO laptop but think I might pick up a netbook soon.

Skooba Netbook Messenger Bag originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Sunday, November 1st, 2009 at 23:38:33.

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Tory Burch Eyewear Collection

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:21:53 +0000

If you are a fan of Tory Burch handbags, shoes, jewelry and other apparel, you'll be happy to know the debut Tory Burch Eyewear collection is now available online. The collection was inspired from style icons that include James Dean, Peter Fonda, Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway.

Image: Tory Burch

No matter what type of sunglasses you are looking for (from classic aviators to glamorous Jackie Os), you can find them in this cool collection. The line is available at Tory Burch boutiques, select department stores and now online at toryburch.com. Most Tory Burch eyewear is priced under $200.

Remember when selecting glasses and sunglasses, generally you should pick frames that are the opposite shape of your face. For example, round faces look fabulous in square frames.

Tory Burch Eyewear Collection originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Sunday, November 1st, 2009 at 23:21:53.

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Betsey Johnson in Las Vegas

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:13:46 +0000

Fashion designer Betsey Johnson is known for her colorful, fun fashions -- both for designing them and wearing them. This weekend, she made an appearance at her store at The Miracle Mile Shops in Planet Hollywood Las Vegas.

Photo by PR Photos

As expected, Betsey's outfit was bold and funky. Though most of us couldn't pull off this look -- it's Betsey Johnson! I love that she accessorizes her bright blue capri pants with a rather simple brown leather belt. Such a cool contrast.

No matter what you think of Betsey's wild taste in clothes, you have to love that she always seems to be having so much fun!

Betsey Johnson in Las Vegas originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Monday, October 26th, 2009 at 00:13:46.

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Plaid Cashmere Muffler

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 23:43:57 +0000

Classic plaid is on trend once again this season. This plaid muffler is a timeless piece that will be a terrific addition to your fall or winter wardrobe.

Courtesy of Nordstrom

This soft cashmere scarf comes in your choice of green, orange or magenta plaid. It measures 12"W x 60"L with 4" fringe. This piece will definitely wake up a drab or monochromatic outfit.

Cashmere accessories are luxurious and ultra soft, but they don't have to be expensive. At Nordstrom, you can find this cozy cashmere muffler for just $78.00 (Buy Direct). And right now, it's on sale for 20% off. That makes this cashmere muffler just $59.90!

Plaid Cashmere Muffler originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Sunday, October 25th, 2009 at 23:43:57.

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Scenes from Russian Fashion Week

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:04:58 +0000

Though we all get caught up in New York Fashion Week, plenty of other cities get into Fashion Week is well. From Paris to Toronto, we have seen plenty of cool looks for spring recently.

Courtesy of Image.net

At the Agatha Ruiz de La Prada show at Russian Fashion Week this week, everything was quite retro and colorful. With inspirations for the 80s and 90s, it was a fiesta of bold colors and creative styles. Though many of the looks wouldn't translate well to the city streets, the images and videos from the show were fun nonetheless.

There was a lot of orange on the runway, including vibrant orange pants and these funky orange framed sunglasses paired with a puffy quilted dress (similar to a puffy vinyl vest with circular quilting). If you don't want to dive into the bright color trend this spring, do it gradually with fun accessories such as colorful sunglasses, handbags and hats.

Scenes from Russian Fashion Week originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Saturday, October 24th, 2009 at 22:04:58.

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Shop Pink at eBags

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:54:52 +0000

While some companies give back to breast cancer awareness only during October, others step up with year-round contributions -- like eBags. All year, eBags donates 10% of the retail price of any of their pink products purchased on their website to the Denver Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

Courtesy of eBags

When shopping at eBags, just look for the pink ribbon symbol to see which products are included. You can select from luggage, handbags, backpacks, wallets, laptop bags and much more.

Visit their website and look for the pink ribbon next to the pink bags and give back while you shop!

Check out more pink ribbon accessories.

Shop Pink at eBags originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 at 01:54:52.

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Sabbadini Bee Brooch Benefits Breast Cancer Awareness

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 22:11:40 +0000

If you have some serious cash to spend on jewelry, give back by purchasing the Sabbadini Bee Brooch this month. This pretty pink bee brooch benefits The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (Visit their website).

Courtesy of Sabbadini

This gorgeous brooch features 18k white gold and micropav� diamonds. The pink shell wings have invisibly set pink sapphires to provide a light to dark gradation.

This bee brooch is priced at $14,200 and Sabbadini will donate $3,000 from the sale of each bee to the cause.

You can purchase the Sabbadini Bee Brooch from Sabbadini boutiques:

589 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY10017
tel.+212/6884012

8, Via Montenapoleone, 20121 Milano, Italy
tel.+390276008228

If you don't have that kind of money laying around, don't worry. There are plenty of other ways to give back to breast cancer awareness this month. Check out more pink ribbon accessories.

Sabbadini Bee Brooch Benefits Breast Cancer Awareness originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Saturday, October 17th, 2009 at 22:11:40.

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Coach Francine Breast Cancer Awareness Watch

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:11:52 +0000

Another terrific product that gives back to breast cancer awareness is this Coach Francine watch. With a pink patent strap and a white dial, this chic watch is a fun choice. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it is etched with the breast cancer ribbon motif on the case back.

Courtesy of Coach

Coach Watches will donate 20% of each of these watches sold through December 31, 2009 to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation. You can purchase this watch online at coach.com (Visit their website) or at Coach retail locations for $298.00.

If you are tired of telling time on your cell phone and want to purchase an actual wristwatch, it's a fantastic time to buy and also give back to a worthwhile cause.

Check out more pink ribbon accessories. Keep these products in mind as you shop throughout the month.

Coach Francine Breast Cancer Awareness Watch originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Tuesday, October 13th, 2009 at 08:11:52.

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Leopard Wrap on Sale

Sat, 10 Oct 2009 22:23:52 +0000

Take a walk on the wild side with this fierce wrap from New York & Company. This leopard print wrap comes in your choice of chocolate or black leopard print. Animal prints continue to on trend and this wrap is a terrific choice.

Courtesy of New York & Company

This large wrap can be cinched with a belt and worn as a top, or simply thrown over your shoulders as a more traditional wrap. Originally $32.95, it's on sale now for just $23.06 (Buy Direct). This City Style leopard wrap is an affordable piece that can make a real statement!

What do you think about animal prints? Personally, I think if they are done right (in moderation!), they are fantastic addition to your wardrobe. But, like with most prints, don't overdo it and cover yourself from head to toe in leopard!

Leopard Wrap on Sale originally appeared on About.com Accessories on Saturday, October 10th, 2009 at 22:23:52.

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