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Yup, there’s a museum for IT bags in Amsterdam!

I honestly don't remember the Hendrikje Museum for Bags and Purses when I was in Amsterdam because I would have made a bee line towards it right after the Rijksmuseum. Lucky for us, Richard Nahem paid the handbag museum a visit and brought back plenty of photos to share. What I do remember is a visit up to the Judith Leiber showroom to repair a bag of mine way back when. It was a black circle suede shoulder bag with passimenterie and the grommet that held the strap on broke.   Ms. Leiber walked by as I was waiting for my turn and paused to look at my bag, "Such a young girl, such an old bag," she announced in her Hungarian accent and

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Fashion News: Reed Krakoff CFDA Accessory Designer of the Year Award 2012

In their words... The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has announced Reed Krakoff as the winner of the 2012 Accessory Designer of the Year Award. This honor is given to the designer who has made the most outstanding contribution to and has influenced the direction of accessory design, with his or her Spring and Fall 2012 Collections. >> SHOP: Best Bags This is Reed’s first win for his namesake label. The 2012 CFDA Fashion Award winners were announced this evening at the annual gala at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the CFDA. Pictured, Reed Krakoff Boxed Leather Tote at mytheresa. About Reed Krakoff American fashion designer Reed Krakoff’s most recent venture

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Fabulous Friday- Find a Classic Bag Like This One From Balenciaga

While its double-digit price tag may stop you at hello, there's no denying the simple sophistication and beauty that this luxury timeless classic bag from Balenciaga boasts, making it the kind of bag to keep your eye out for this season. Why? Besides its irresistible bordeaux hue, its equestrian inspired details and restrained use of hardware, its signature zipper pulls and tricks lend it a chic yet subtle strength. Not too large, not trendy and age-appropriate for any age, imagine it with just about anything, anytime. >>A selection of Best Bags to consider in our Online Shopping Guide Section So when on the hunt for a purse update, consider this find as your first reference as its smart design will guarantee to never go out of style. >>More:

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Fashion Week In the Bag- Collect a Miu Miu Bag for Each Catwalk City

Last week Miu Miu kicked off New York Fashion Week with an exclusive collection of bags released the first day of fashion week and is set to release more on the first day of upcoming shows in London, Milan and Paris that are certain to be collectible as their whimsical designs are truly covetable. Consisting of 46 limited edition options, the collection features 17 different material combinations and 12 processing techniques in deluxe materials including python, tejus lizard, crocodile, ostrich, linen, glitter and brocade along with studs, jewels, glitter and classic embroidery. Which make for a load of options to suit your personal style while encapsulating the world of Miu Miu beautifully. >>SHOP: Best Bags A favorite of ours is the patchwork

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Want it Wednesday- Christopher Kane’s Hit Floral Clutch

In our books Christopher Kane continues to excel with collections so mind-bogglingly cool and forward thinking without being too complex and if you've paid any attention to the fashion street scene photogs, he's now gotten a hold on creating exhilarating must-have bags. >>More: Christopher Kane Fashion Did you see his gel filled, neon hued clear plastic envelope clutches from last season? Good luck finding one of those collectibles now! >> SHOP: BEST BAGS Spring 2012's runway outing had us coveting his organza tee covered in plastic floral decals but his 3-d floral pouchette clutch really got our attention. CHECK OUT: FASHION SHOWS AND RUNWAY REVIEWS While it's quirk factor is unquestionably playful and reminiscent of 70's children's stickers, it could make for one of the coolest bags we've seen

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In The Bag- Mary Katrantzou for Longchamp

Over the past few years London based designer Mary Katrantzou has made quite a name for herself with collections that boast signature out-of-this-world collaged prints and could be considered a harbinger of the digital print craze that has had designers of all types trying to out-do each other with the never-before-seen. Starting Jan. 23rd fans of Katrantzou's namesake collection and her witty use of vivid prints will now be able to get their hands on something a bit more practical than a peplum floral printed dress from Katrantzou's collection of covetable totes for Longchamp. Featuring festive Chinese interiors and an "East meets West" theme, they are certain to be quite the conversation starter for seasons to come and are destined to

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Dior Goes Neon Pop with Anselm Reyle for Dior Collection

Anselm Reyle for Dior
Ohhh, how we quiver with gorgeous anticipation whenever we open correspondence from the House of Dior. When it includes the fantastic melding of art meets glam, our pointy toe pumps click to attention. German artist Anselm Reyle collaborated with the iconic French fashion house on a new capsule collection of bags, shoes, costume jewelry, sunglasses, small leather goods, scarves, and beauty products for the Anselm Reyle for Dior collection. All feature bright, color saturated & fluorescent camo prints based on the artist's freestyle interpretation to shake up "the codes of the mythical Avenue Montaigne Couture House, which offered all its savoir-faire to serve his imagination." Anselm Reyle reinterpreted the Lady Dior and Miss Dior handbags with a wild and chic dose of street chic that has a sense of graphic

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In The Bag- Celine’s Must-Have New Bucket Bag

From Celine comes our latest obsession, this ultra-sleek minimal black leather bucket bag that's destined to make its way to the top of our wish lists. While bucket bag styles come & go in & out of vogue every so often, they have always remained a perennial favorite of ours when it comes to an unexpected however practical shaped and sized purse. SHOP: Best Bags We're certain that its lustrous sheen and lack of hardware and design flourishes are sure to make it last for years to come. -Naveed Hussain Looking for a bucket bag with a little more personality? Consult our edited guide to nab that perfect bag: More Pour La Victoire...

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Adventures in Extremes- The Leopard Clutch, Judith Leiber or Express

Judith Leiber Veronika Leopard printed haircalf envelope clutch
Funny Story: Once upon a time I purchased a vintage Judith Leiber round suede bag with fantastic passementerie detail. The bag was a unique style and exuded absolute timeless chic. The little finding that held the shoulder strap popped off so I took it up to the Judith Leiber showroom for repair. As I sat in the waiting area, Ms. Leiber walked by. She looked at my bag and in her deep Hungarian accent declared, "Such a young girl, such an old bag," I was speechless. And also quite flattered to be called a young girl. I can never look at a Judith Leiber again without giggling at the thought of this anecdote. MORE: Animal Prints Judith Leiber Veronika Leopard printed haircalf

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On the Marc Holiday Treats for Everyone from Marc Jacobs

Surveying Marc by Marc Jacobs and his mainline collection together we've culled a covetable, colorful assortment of goods that are certain to add a boast of riotous cheer for you and your loved ones just in time for the holidays. Above, a bright metallic contrast tote from Marc Jacobs. Highlights from Marc by Marc Jacobs: An assortment of ultra-girly jewels is certain to dazzle those in your life for many a season to come thanks to their quirky takes on classic, irresistible shapes. SHOP: Marc by Marc Jacobs at Shopbop and MarcJacobs.com   This bold contrasting bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs marries a classic top-handle frame with the ease of a carry-all shoulder purse while adding a much needed burst of techno-pop

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In The Bag- Yves Saint Laurent’s Softy Chyc Animalier Bag

While animal prints may be as banal and captive of the traditional feminine mystic as polka-dots or bows, there's no denying the subtle sexuality and graphic, ostentatious charge they can add to just about any outfit. >> SHOP: Animal Prints And this Yves Saint Laurent "Softy Chyc" animal-print calf hair shoulder bag brings home the point beautifully with its explosive print and lady-like, heritage minded shape and details. Use it to pump up just about any look from your average "Texas tuxedo" to your everyday trench coat, its destined to lift-up even the most mundane of pieces. -Naveed Hussain >> SHOP: Best Bags We've pulled together a few more options for you to consider: More Topshop...

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Paris Style- An interview with Sally Perrin of Perrin Paris luxury handbags

The Capitale Clutch from Perrin Paris
Inside the atelier with Sally Perrin... Sally is glamorous, chic, and fun. She spends about 2/3 of her time in Los Angeles and the rest in Paris with her husband who is originally from Limoges and their two daughters. She recently started to design a line of sumptuous handbags and leather accessories and invited me to the atelier, where I went ga-ga over the gorgeous leather goods. Later that afternoon Sally kindly invited me to her apartment for tea and we chatted for hours about love, life, and of course, Paris.   Sally and Michel Perrin A few years ago you launched a new luxury line of handbags and leather accessories, reviving a multi-generational family business of  your husband Michel. Can

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Fall Trend Accessories Report- The Oversized Clutch

The Top Seven Accessory Trends for Fall 2011 with StyleSight, Day 3 From Miu Miu to Margiela, this season the ubiquitous clutch goes from compact and evening appropriate to practical and ready for the girl-on-the-go in charmingly oversized proportions with a vaguely 40's inspired sensibility and glamorous ease. SHOP: Best Bags Large, like a statement making giant box discreetly folded in the crook of your arm, these beefed up pochettes boast soft, unstructured construction balanced with a minimal, professional direction and feature sophisticated logo placements or a lack there of. More Miu Miu...And with Prada's ingenious boxy handstrap clutches, the idea of a daytime clutch now comes with a little more security. Think about pairing the season's giant proportions with

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