Category: Classic Handbags

On Trend – Clutches

Just what is a “Clutch”?

From Wikipedia :
Clutch: a handbag without handles with detachable chain strap, rectangular in shape, often an evening bag but used during the day as well

Clutches are a great day-to-night fashion accessory.  Detach the wrist strap for evening and make sure your manicure is tasteful for a sleek classy look.

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From my store:

Teal Lavender Rose Waves ClutchTeal Lavender Rose Waves ClutchAqua Teal Periwinkle Waves ClutchAqua Teal Periwinkle Waves ClutchSerene Abstract Waves ClutchSerene Abstract Waves ClutchPurple Butterfly ClutchPurple Butterfly ClutchRomantic Rose ClutchRomantic Rose ClutchBlack Paisley Silver Chain ClutchBlack Paisley Silver Chain ClutchLavender Dark Plum Striped ClutchLavender Dark Plum Striped ClutchPeach Aqua Stripes Monogram ClutchPeach Aqua Stripes Monogram ClutchTurquoise Aqua Marble Monogram ClutchTurquoise Aqua Marble Monogram ClutchBlack Stripe Geometric Monogram ClutchBlack Stripe Geometric Monogram ClutchPink Floral Striped Monogram ClutchPink Floral Striped Monogram ClutchOrange Blossom Striped Monogram ClutchOrange Blossom Striped Monogram ClutchPlum Purple Lavender Monogram ClutchPlum Purple Lavender Monogram ClutchBlack And Lavender Stripes ClutchBlack And Lavender Stripes ClutchAqua Teal Rose Dots Monogram ClutchAqua Teal Rose Dots Monogram Clutch

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Matching Shoes and bag with Pastels

How do you match your shoes and handbag to a pastel dress?

Women’s’ shoes have been all over the map color-wise for the last decade or so.  Maybe I’m a bit old fashioned but I think shoes should at least match your outfit or complement it.

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When making this set I thought the bag and shoes should be in the same color family as the dress but a matching pastel seemed to disappear against the lovely print.  A darker wine/burgundy enhances the soft pinks and makes a striking statement.  The Joan Burgundy tote from Brenda Macleod is functional and works with just about any outfit.

Pastel Dress

Lets see how the designers at Polyvore match shoes with pastel dresses:

Here’s some lovely pastel designs from Zazzle:

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Monogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby BlanketMonogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby Blanket

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid Invitation

Pastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 CasePastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 Case

Flowers, Monogram, Purple, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee MugFlowers, Monogram, Purple, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee Mug

Colorful Pastel Lights Bokeh Business CardColorful Pastel Lights Bokeh Business Card

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Postage StampPeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Postage Stamp

Colorful Pastel Lights Bridal Shower InvitationColorful Pastel Lights Bridal Shower Invitation

Custom Color Background Pastel Damask Pattern Ribbon Hair TieCustom Color Background Pastel Damask Pattern Ribbon Hair Tie

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Throw PillowPeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Throw Pillow

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid Invitation

Pastel Teal and Gray Stationery Suite for Women Post-it® NotesPastel Teal and Gray Stationery Suite for Women Post-it® Notes

Monogram, Flowers, Blue, Pastel, Girly, Cute Basic Round Button KeychainMonogram, Flowers, Blue, Pastel, Girly, Cute Basic Round Button Keychain

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid Invitation

Pastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 Plus CasePastel Name Polka Dot Barely There iPhone 6 Plus Case

Personalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography PosterPersonalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography Poster

modern fine pastel color monogram barely there iPhone 6 casemodern fine pastel color monogram barely there iPhone 6 case

Floral Bouquet | Let's Shower the Bride | Bridal 5x7 Paper Invitation CardFloral Bouquet | Let’s Shower the Bride | Bridal 5×7 Paper Invitation Card

Monogram, Flowers, Green, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee MugMonogram, Flowers, Green, White, Pastel Classic White Coffee Mug

Pastel Spring Flowers Baby Shower InvitationPastel Spring Flowers Baby Shower Invitation

Elegant Pastel Watercolor Floral Boutique Decor Standard Business CardElegant Pastel Watercolor Floral Boutique Decor Standard Business Card

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Water BottlePeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Water Bottle

modern fine pastel colors tough iPhone 6 casemodern fine pastel colors tough iPhone 6 case

Monogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby BlanketMonogram Pastel Pink Zigzag Custom Baby Blanket

Chic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor Tough iPhone 6 CaseChic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor Tough iPhone 6 Case

Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography Fleece BlanketPastel Gymnastics Words Typography Fleece Blanket

Pastel Polka Dots Address LabelsPastel Polka Dots Address Labels

Pastel Spring Flowers Personalized Business CardPastel Spring Flowers Personalized Business Card

Girly Pink Owl Budget Tote Budget Tote BagGirly Pink Owl Budget Tote Budget Tote Bag

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Budget Tote BagPeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Budget Tote Bag

Cute Girly Colorful Pastel Nebula Aztec Pattern Cases For iPad MiniCute Girly Colorful Pastel Nebula Aztec Pattern Cases For iPad Mini

Monogram Blue Chevron Zigzag Custom Baby BlanketMonogram Blue Chevron Zigzag Custom Baby Blanket

2016 Calendar Pastel Mousepad2016 Calendar Pastel Mousepad

Pastel flowers and butterflies license platePastel flowers and butterflies license plate

Colorful Pastel Lights Rehearsal Dinner InvitationColorful Pastel Lights Rehearsal Dinner Invitation

Chic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor iPhone SE/5/5S CaseChic Floral Pattern Pink Orange Pastel Watercolor iPhone SE/5/5S Case

Personalized Pastel Cheerleading Words Typography PosterPersonalized Pastel Cheerleading Words Typography Poster

Pastel Blue and Linen Chevrons Custom Monograms Post-it® NotesPastel Blue and Linen Chevrons Custom Monograms Post-it® Notes

Personalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography 5x7 Paper Invitation CardPersonalized Pastel Gymnastics Words Typography 5×7 Paper Invitation Card

Stylish Pastel Watercolor Flowers Girly Chic Mini Business CardStylish Pastel Watercolor Flowers Girly Chic Mini Business Card

Preppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern iPhone SE/5/5S CasePreppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern iPhone SE/5/5S Case

Pastel Polka Dots Baby Shower InvitationsPastel Polka Dots Baby Shower Invitations

Peonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Barely There iPhone 6 Plus CasePeonies Summer Bouquet Watercolor Pastel Barely There iPhone 6 Plus Case

Pastel Floral Wreath Bridal Shower InvitationPastel Floral Wreath Bridal Shower Invitation

Damask Polka Dots Bow and Jewel Pastel Tough iPhone 6 CaseDamask Polka Dots Bow and Jewel Pastel Tough iPhone 6 Case

Pastel Pink Chevron Monogram Basic Round Button KeychainPastel Pink Chevron Monogram Basic Round Button Keychain

Preppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Hip FlaskPreppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Hip Flask

Pastel Gray Round StickerPastel Gray Round Sticker

Unique Boho Floral Baby Shower InvitationUnique Boho Floral Baby Shower Invitation

Pastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid | Lilac InvitationPastel Wreath Will You Be My Bridesmaid | Lilac Invitation

Personalized Pastel Figure Skater Words Typography PosterPersonalized Pastel Figure Skater Words Typography Poster

Pastel Spring Floral Wreath Bridal Shower Stamp Classic Round StickerPastel Spring Floral Wreath Bridal Shower Stamp Classic Round Sticker

Pastel Spring Flowers Bridal Shower InvitationPastel Spring Flowers Bridal Shower Invitation

Preppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Galaxy S5 CoverPreppy Pastel Floral Girly Pattern Galaxy S5 Cover

Colorful Pink Pastel Confetti Dots Kids Birthday BannerColorful Pink Pastel Confetti Dots Kids Birthday Banner

Modern Professional Elegant Wild Pastel Flower Standard Business CardModern Professional Elegant Wild Pastel Flower Standard Business Card

Mixed pastel roses by Therosegarden Heart StickerMixed pastel roses by Therosegarden Heart Sticker

Mint Green Pastel Beach Photography PosterMint Green Pastel Beach Photography Poster

Pastel Red Pink Turquoise Ombre Chevron Pattern Barely There iPhone 6 CasePastel Red Pink Turquoise Ombre Chevron Pattern Barely There iPhone 6 Case

Pastel Chevron Dragonfly Luggage TagsPastel Chevron Dragonfly Luggage Tags

Sweet Mason Jar Pink | Gray Baby Sprinkle 5x7 Paper Invitation CardSweet Mason Jar Pink | Gray Baby Sprinkle 5×7 Paper Invitation Card

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Black and White Stripes with Red

Spice up a monochrome outfit with a splash of red

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Black and White Stripes with Red

 

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Handbags For Spring

I just ordered a lovely pink bag for Spring from Shein (see my set below).  They have some really cute trendy bags at discount prices.

This is my first handbag purchase from Shein so I’m anxious to see it and “road test” it.  It has to be able to hold a big wallet, cell phone and cover, large headphones, a drink bottle, among other items.  Just the normal items you need to get you through the work day 😉

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What a great chic outfit for Spring:

A Splash of Pink

Looking for for a more high-end Spring bag?

expensive pink bagyani leatherMadison colorblock

How about a cute tote from Redbubble:

Red Day of the Dead Sugar Skull Panda on Yellow Kids Clothes

Butterfly Fantasy by karlajkitty
Daisy Blues by karlajkitty

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Brenda MacLeod: Glamour of the Bag

Today I’m showcasing the amazing handbag designer Brenda MacLeod

“Brenda Macleod is a luxury women accessories brand. The brand was created to provide good quality, ethical and stylish handbags made with great attention to detail for the modern and confident woman who loves functionality, quality and minimal styles.

Designed with passion in the inspirational Highlands of Scotland and handmade with love in Florence, Italy, every handbag is a fusion of quality, style and impeccable craftsmanship.

We select the finest leathers for our production, focusing on luxurious natural leathers. Natural leather is tanned using only natural vegetable dyes, there are no chemicals involved in the tanning process, no buffing and no artificial finish. This means that every piece of our leather is allowed to retain its individual and unique patina, and being such a natural product will age beautifully with deeper colour tones.”  Read More…

These are extremely well-made, timelessly classic, and look incredibly sturdy.  Prices range from £160.00 ($225.99) to £655.00 ($910.00) so while not a budget price, they look well worth the investment.

Glamour of the Bag

 

Brenda Macleod: Black Bag

 

Brenda Macleod: Brown Bag

 

Pink Bag - Brenda Macleod