Eye-4-Style

Every time I pass a LAUREN or Ralph Lauren display, I have to take a second look. The LAUREN by Ralph Lauren is a great line for your casual looks.

Lauren by Ralph Lauren Handbag, Martingale Zip Hobo

‘The Martingale hobo exudes a modern style rich with heritage inspiration, in Italian microfiber jacquard featuring equestrian details and leather trim for a chic look.’  Also available in black.

Lauren Jeans Co. Tee, Otho Long Sleeve Knit

I bought this tee at Macy’s. Great to wear under a cardigan; brightens up an outfit with a little bling on the front. I bought it to wear with the cardigan shown below. Great combo!

Lauren Jeans Co. Cardigan, Nicolette Long Sleeve Zip Pockets

This cardigan is a perfect weight for when you need a little warmth and not a heavy sweater.

Lauren by Ralph Lauren Shirt, Auguste Plaid Ruffle Front

The purple and black combination is very striking.

Worth Avenue is like a dream; beauty all around. The merchandise in the shops is breath-taking and the scenery of the Avenue is gardeners’ artwork.

This is window shoppers eye candy but lunch and shopping are definitely a must! 

The purses in Gucci were show stoppers and worth a second look.  I found the perfect summer bag!

Gals have different needs when it comes to travel and I picked out a few of my favs. If you have an unlimited budget and luggage, go for all five!

This Prada navy shoulder bag is my #1 pick for everyday activity. It will be light-weight on the shoulder, zip top, zip pocket, easy to handle. Navy is good if you don’t want to stand out in a crowd, and with Prada, it’s always a winner.

Prada Navy Shoulder Bag

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This is definitely more fun for daytime adventures. I like the fuchsia color and Dior logo charm. The wooden-silvertone handles add to the bag’s interest. It appears to have metal feet, which is always a plus for keeping the bag clean. The tote shape is conducive to carrying small trinkets you acquire along your way.

Dior Canvas Tote

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This is all about the look and luxury of Lanvin. This is artwork to me and carrying around your essentials is secondary. Beautiful!

Lanvin Satin Cabas Tote

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Valentino gives us beautiful bags. This is a good bag for lunch, shopping afterward, a fun evening out. Great color. Will dress up anything you wear.

 Valentino Lacca Nuage Hobo

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You need the evening bag that will go anywhere.  This is it in my book!  It works for a nice lunch too. And get this: A detachable chain shoulder strap that you can wear as a necklace!  Your shoulder bag becomes a necklace and clutch!  So clever, Miu Miu! 

 Miu Miu Crystal-Strap Shoulder Bag

If I could only take two bags, (it’s tough to choose),  I’d pick the Prada for daytime and casual nights; the Miu Miu for fancy day and night events.

As always, I provide Hyperlinks to take you directly to the site for further inquiry. Left Click on the bag name and drool!  Fun-fun-fun!

I’m excited about Prada’s 2010 Resort Line featured at Saks Fifth Avenue.  Also check out these cute Spring bags:

           Prada Saffiano Print Roll Bag

         Prada Foulard-Print Roll Bag

I like these prints and can see these bags being “the accessory” with your all white, black or yellow outfit. Fun !

I’ve wanted to blog about this night and maybe this is in time for your New Year’s Eve plans. I was invited to the Nordstrom Christmas Party at Waterside Shops in Naples, Florida, where we were met with champagne, wine and delicious hors’oeuvres . I was able tackle my shopping list and had a grand time while doing so! Anyway, what to wear to this event? I went digging in the closet. Sometimes you hold on to a dress because it’s easy to wear, easy to launder and feels great. I brought out a Laundry by Shelli Segal dress that I’ve had for …well…, let’s just say it’s been a while.  I’d been to Chicago 10 days before the party and at Nordstrom bought a great pair of black Christian Dior heels that are fabulous as well as comfortable.  Juicy by Juicy Couture on Oak Street had fun stockings and leggings and I paired these new purchases with my “back of the closet” dress. The John Hardy earrings and bracelet didn’t overwhelm the look and the little eggplant Prada purse added a nice touch. The whole outfit was a big hit and compliments confirmed I did a good job. So if you haven’t picked up a new outfit for your New Year’s Eve party, maybe it’s time to go shopping in your closet!

Fabulous Jimmy Choo at Saks

So I think I just found the “black” purse I’ve been looking for.  Jimmy Choo’s Bea Glazed Snake-Print tote will be “fashionable” for years to come.  For you “big city” girls or ladies who just gravitate toward black, this purse will give you some pattern to complement your all-black outfit.  Saks on-line has a wonderful way of presenting its purses.  Note the “Quick Look” where you can look inside the bag and also see the proportion of the bag on a 5’5” gal.  This is genius marketing and is a huge help in making those big-ticket item purchases when you want more than a quick “look-sie.”  Good going Saks!  And thanks, Jimmy Choo, for great options!

While at Nordstrom today, Valentino was calling to me.  The style being familiar but changing with color and material through the seasons, the purses are  distinctive and beautiful.  Versace had several purses I “tried on.”  The Burberry display had the usual, but several I really liked and checked over. The saleslady had to keep me from giving the red Jimmy Choo a peck on the handle.  Such beauty! Purses can be an art form, carried with you throughout the day.  Hello happiness!