Angelia Jolie YSL Chyc Tote

Angelina Jolie sports her engagement ring as she exits the Roosevelt Hotel on Monday afternoon (April 16) in Hollywood, Calif.


The Bag Angelina carries: YSL Cabas Chyc, $1,422.00, Farfetch.com

The Bag Angelina should have carried: PRADA Lip Applique Clutch, $750.00 Bergdorf Goodman

Bagopedia is Back!

Bagopedia spent a week in New York reviewing bags for this coming fall and winter. That is the only reason why I haven't been updating this blog for a week. Bagopedia saw about 200 bags. There are some that I find interesting (Top left clockwise):

Reed Krakoff Boxer Snakeskin and Leather-Detailed Canvas Tote$950.00

YSL Muse Two Oversized Leather Tote: $2,295.00

Louboutin Sweet Charity Studded Leather Bag: $1,395.00

Jason Wu Miss Wu Medium Two-Tone Leather Tote: $1,995.00

Jimmy Choo Gaia Leather Tote: $1,495.00

Bottega Veneta Frayed Intrecciato Leather Bag: $2,280.00

After seeing them in real helps me writing reviews. I have taken photos, taken notes, touched and opened them, so I have a good sense of how the new coming bags look like, smell like, and feel like.

Which one is your pick?

Sofia Vergara + YSL Oversized Muse

Stepping out for a midday retail romp, Sofia Vergara was spotted out in Beverly Hills, California on Tuesday afternoon (October 19).

Bag: YSL Oversized Muse

Price: $1,550.00

Where to Buy: Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman,

Who Carries It: Ashley Tisdale, Khloe Kardashian,

Design: 4 Stars

Price: 3 Stars

Overall: 3.5 Stars

Comments: The Muse has become a classic (Kind of). It is pretty identifiable but fairly low-key. I love the oversized version which goes over your shoulder easily.

Paula Abdul + YSL Tribute Tote

2009.11.27

Out for some Friday afternoon errands, Paula Abdul was spotted out in Beverly Hills yesterday (November 27).

The ex “American Idol” judge looked cute in black jeans, a white top and a funky necklace accessory while walking to her car carrying candy and a DVD.

Bag: YSL Large Tribute Tote

Price: $965.00

Where to Buy: ysl.com, YSL boutiques, Neiman Marcus,

Who carries it: Jennifer Lopez, Cameron Diaz, Halle Berry, Drew Barrymore, Ashlee Simpson

Heidi Montag + YSL Lambskin Oversized Y Tote

2009.11.19

Basking in their publicity glory, Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt were spotted outside the “Jimmy Kimmel Show” in Hollywood, CA last night (November 19).

Assuming their usual positions, the married couple posed for pictures arm-in-arm while pretending to kiss as to not smudge Ms Montag’s freshly glossed lips.

Bag: Yves Saint Laurent Lambskin "Y" Oversized Tote

Price: $1,596.00 (20% off $1,995.00)

Where to Buy: Bluefly,

Comments: This bag is on sale 20% off at Bluefly.

Related Link: Yves Saint Laurent Lambskin "Y" Oversized Tote

Ashley Tisdale + YSL Oversize Muse

2009.11.23

Kicking off her week with a low key date, Ashley Tisdale was spotted out and about in Los Angeles hitting up a Hollywood movie theater last night (November 23).

Joined by boyfriend Scott Speer, the “High School Musical” hottie looked to be having a great time as she strolled past the paparazzi.

Bag: YSL Oversize Muse

Price: $1,395.00

Where to Buy: YSL Boutiques, ysl.com, Saks Fifth Avenue,

Who carries it: Khloe Kardashian, Jennifer Hudson, Jennifer Aniston,

Jessica Alba + YSL Roady

2009.11.12

Making for quite the unpleasant start to the day, Jessica Alba got into a bit of a screaming match while out in Beverly Hills on Thursday (November 12).

The “Sin City” starlet happened to be making a trip to Prada, which was supposed to be a quick in-and-out stop, but turned into a heated argument with an overprotective parker.

Bag: YSL Roady

Price: $1.795.00

Where to Buy: Saks Fifth Avenue, YSL Boutiques, ysl.com,

Who carries it: Katy Perry, Courteney Cox, Taylor Momsen,

Taylor Momsen + YSL Roady

2009.11.04

Kicking off another long workday, Taylor Momsen was spotted on the New York City set of her hit show “Gossip Girl” today (October 4).

The CW cutie looked a bit cranky as she noticed the nearby paparazzi, sporting a funky black jacket/blue dress/silver heels combo.

Bag: YSL Roady

Price: $1,795.00

Where to Buy: YSL boutiques, ysl.com,

Who carries it: Katy Perry, Courteney Cox,

Khloe Kardashian + YSL Muse

2009.10.29

Making the most of a beautiful SoCal day, Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom were spotted hanging out in West Hollywood yesterday afternoon (October 29).

The “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” babe and her LA Lakers hubby grabbed lunch with a friend at a local eatery, enjoying the outdoor seating area as the paparazzi looked on.

Bag: YSL Muse

Price: $1,395.00

Where to Buy: YSL Boutiques, ysl.com,

Who carries it: Jennifer Hudson,

Courteney Cox + YSL Roady

2009.10.27

Taking care of some promotional details, Courteney Cox was spotted out and about in Manhattan earlier today (October 27).

The “Cougar Town” actress paid a visit to a few morning talk shows before heading back to her Midtown hotel amidst a sea of shutterbugs.

Bag: YSL Roady

Price: $1,295.00

Where to Buy: YSL Boutiques, ysl.com

Who carries it: Katy Perry,

Katie Holmes + YSL Besace Medium Flap Bag

2009.10.11

We could be wrong but it seems little Suri Cruise is more interested in shopping than her mom Katie Holmes! Yesterday the two girls went shopping in Boston and as usual Suri was better dressed than her mom and looked a lot more excited! This could get expensive Tom Cruise, better hide those credit cards!

First it was Sienna Miller. Now it is Katie. She carries a YSL Besace Medium Flap Bag ($1,895.99 YSL.com). Wear it at your own risk! I do not think it is an easy bag to handle. If you know how to wear this bag, it will look awesome. If you have a strong identities and know how to put clothes together- (Like Sienna Miller or Kate Moss), then you are fine. Otherwise, the bag will take attention from you.

YSL seems interesting in creating new leather types than new bags. I do not care for these "elephant look" leathers. I know it is scratches free and very durable, but I also think something more delicate will be nicer.

Comments: Not an easy bag to handle

Ratings: 2 Bags (Out of 5)

Kate Moss + YSL Le Sixième printed stingray bag

2009.10.06

Still going strong as Paris Fashion Week continues, Kate Moss was spotted out to eat at L’Avenue restaurant earlier today (October 6).

Joined by boyfriend Jamie Hince, the British beauty looked to be in a bit of a hurry as she scurried past the paparazzi and on to the next big event.

Kate Moss carries a YSL Le Sixième printed stingray bag ($1,695.00 Printed Lizard Leather, YSL.com). Even though I just said I do find myself carrying this kind of bag, I decided to get this bag. I die when I see Stingray- my favorite leather. The very unique texture and look is unbeatable! I love stingray better than crocodile, alligator, and ostrich combined. I am really happy to see that this season Salvatore Ferragamo and YSL both make bags in stingray. I also like the way Kate moss carrying it. Just by toughing this bag is good enough for me.

Comments: Stingray is hot!

Ratings: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Rumer Willis + YSL Easy Zip Tote

2009.09.29

Making the most of her time down under, Rumer Willis was spotted grabbing a bit to eat in Sydney, Australia earlier today (September 29).

Joined by her boyfriend Micah Alberti, the “House Bunny” babe looked cute and casual in a black jacket over a striped top with dark wash jeans and sneakers.

Rumer carries a Yves Saint Laurent Easy Zip Tote ($895.00- small, $1,295.00- Medium ysl.com). I use this bag as a GYM bag. I really like it because it is very roomy and flexible. The textured leather is scratch-free, so you don't feel heartbroken when you throw it on the floor. The medium size is perfect for everything I need for exercise. It also has double zippers with a large opening and other colors and sizes to choose from. The long handles allow you to carry it on your shoulders.

Comments: Multi-purpose extra bag

Ratings: 4 (Out of 5)

Janet Jackson + YSL Downtown

2009.09.22

Chilling out with a European getaway, Janet Jackson was spotted arriving at Malpensa Airport in Milan, Italy earlier today (September 22).

The “Rhythm Nation” songstress looked camera-shy as she made her way through the terminal and into a chauffeured car, dressed in all blue with a pair of sunglasses.

Janet carries a YSL Downtown Bag in white with gold hardware ($895.00 up, YSL.com). I think I like the white much better than the black. Please visit the link below to see our review for this bag:

http://celebags.blogspot.com/2009/09/salma-hayek-ysl-downtown.html

Jennifer Hudson + YSL Muse

2009.09.17

Braving the rainy weather, Jennifer Hudson was spotted making her way around New York City on Thursday afternoon (September 17).

With umbrella-toting personnel by her side, the former “American Idol” singer is in the Big Apple as she readies to perform on the newly revamped VH1 Divas show.

Jennifer carries a YSL Muse bag in patent leather ($1,295.00 YSL.com). Celebrities were crazy about this bag for a while. Now it is back to normal. I was not in love with the Muse bag at first sight because I thought the curve on top edge did not look right and the handles look too small for the bag. It was a nice bag to have , but not something to die for. Now after a couple years I think the bag looks dated. My tip of the day is: Don't buy a handbag if you are not in love with it at first sight.

Comments: Nice, but not to die for

Ratings : 2 (Out of 5)

Katy Perry + YSL Roady

2009.09.14

Getting in her fill of fashionable fun, Katy Perry stepped out with the celebrities at Bryant Park hotel during the Mercedes Benz New York fashion week on Monday (September 14).

The chart-topping singer was clad in a black and white tribal dress, browsing the racks at Alice + Olivia before continuing about with her day.

Katy's assistant (Left) is carrying her Yves Saint Laurent Roady Handbag in black ($1,795.00 YSL.com). Katy has been carrying this bag for a while even though this bag has just been released. It has been spotted in many celebrities' arms. Personally, I will choose one without the chain on the side. The chain not do too much to me. I think the bag is as beautiful as it is without the chain. YSL has been making the bags with the most amazing looking handles. You can get this bag with a stingray handle. That will kill me. One more thing to mention: this bag is fairly large and they don't come with a small size.

Comments: This bag is buzzing around

Ratings: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Salma Hayek + YSL Downtown

2009.09.02

When it comes to dining out, Salma Hayek wants the best seat at the restaurant!

The actress reportedly threw a fit at Hollywood’s Chateau Marmont hotel on Wednesday because she wanted to eat at the restaurant, but didn’t have a reservation and she could not be seated - then going a little crazy.

Salma carries a Yves Saint Laurent Downtown bag in black crocodile ($1595.00 for patent leather +). I was not in love with it the first sight. Many years later after seeing many celebrities carrying them, it still doesn't make more want to own it. Every time I saw photos that people carrying this bag I saw the bag carries the person. I am not a big fan on that. Bags are your accessories, not your boss. To me, this bag is too strong in structure and design, not an easy bag to work with. It seems to me the bag is getting more attention than its owner.

Comments: A bag that gets more attention than its owner.

Ratings: 1 Bag (Out of 5)

Lady Gaga + YSL Easy Stud

She’s always on the move, and earlier today (August 24) Lady GaGa was spotted leaving the Mayfair Hotel in London, England.

On her way to catch a flight at Heathrow Airport, the “Just Dance” diva displayed her usual unique sense of style with a black pvc outfit teamed with a headscarf and sunglasses as she pushed past the paparazzi.

She carries a limited YSL Easy Stud handbag ($2,395.00 YSL). I adored this bag when I first saw it in Adrienne Bailon's arm on July 17. Click Here for the link. I love the workmanship of this bag. But now I have a second thought. I never liked the YSL Easy Handbags to start with: I do not like small duffle bags. Duffle bags need to be big because they are designed for traveling. The small duffle bags are too casual for work and too small for travel. The only place I can use is for the GYM, but I do not need bling for the GYM. It is a nice bag to look at, but not a useful bag to own.

Sienna Miller + PRADA Saffiano + Tessuto Tote

Stepping out for a bite to eat with her soon-to-be co-star, Sienna Miller was spotted out in New York City with Jonny Lee Miller on Monday (August 24) .

The “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra” hottie looked to be having a great time with her Broadway beau, grabbing some grub at Caffe Gitane in SoHo.

Sienna carries a PRADA Saffiano + Tessuto Tote ($1,450.00 neimanmarcus) from PRADA's fall Runway Collection. I don't want to sound unkind as a huge PRADA fan, but again PRADA is disappointing. As a consumer under this economy, I do not want to spend my money on handbags that shows season/years. The extremely huge buckle on the front of the bag shows its year. That will embarrass me to carry it next year.

Also, PRADA is not the only disappointment in this photo. There are only a few celebrities who have great styles. Sienna is one of them. However, this is the second time that I find disappointment the way she chooses her handbag. I did not like the YSL bag she carried last time.

Today's Pick: Lily Allen + YSL Muse

Taking full advantage of their beautiful surroundings, Kate Moss and Lily Allen were spotted going to Club 55 in St. Tropez today (August 7).

Joined by Kate’s daughter Lila Grace, the British beauties looked to be having a smashing good time as they were taken around the coastline via dinghy.

Lily carries a YSL Muse bag ($1,995.00 ysl.com). I love this bag. This is one of the Must-Haves on my list, but I don't know it can be used as a beach tote.