Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Selena Gomez + Juicy Couture Downtown Rule Breaker

Selena Gomez and Justin Bieber cutely held hands as they passed through the airport, making their way out to an awaiting car before getting their island adventure underway to Maui, Hawaii on Monday (May 23).

Bag: Juicy Couture Downtown Rule Breaker

Price: $199.00

Where to Buy: Shopbop.com

Bagopedia's Rating: 1 Bag (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: Bagopedia is quite surprised to learn that this bag is from Juicy Couture. Bagopeida is even more surprised somebody would pay $398.00 for it. Bagopedia can name at least 10 things to remove just the front. This is Juicy Couture's 2009 model and is no longer available in the Juicy stores or department stores. You can get it at shophop.com for $199.00.

It looks like this bag is using the recycled leather to make it. That is something worth talking about. Some lower-end brands start to get leather from recycle (sofa, car...) due to the good leather is harder to find and more expensive now. Bagopedia thinks it is wonderful to recycle even leather.

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Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Fall Preview: PRADA 2011-12 F/W Shoulder Bag

Fall Preview: PRADA 2011-12 F/W Shoulder Bag

Derek Lam Beatrice Suede/Leather Satchel Clutch

Bag: Derek Lam Beatrice Suede/Leather Satchel Clutch

Price: $880.00

Where to Buy: Saks Fifth Avenue,

Bagopedia's Rating: 1 Bag (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: Are they teeth?

Jessica Simpson + Bottega Veneta Lambskin Aquilone Bag

Jessica Simpson and her boyfriend Eric Johnson come out to support Tom Everhart’s new art exhibit, ‘Crashing the Party: The Arty-Fact Paintings’ at the Animazing Gallery in New York City on Saturday (May 21).



Bag: Bottega Veneta Milk Shaded Papier Lambskin Aquilone Bag

Price: $2,680.00

Where to Buy: Saks Fifth Avenue,

Bagopedia's Rating: 2 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: Bottega Veneta provides high quality and high tech merchandise but also charges a lot. Besides the classic design, pattern, and colors, they like to offer something Bagopeida finds it "odd" every season. For example, this bag Jessica Simpson carries. It has an odd shape, color, and pattern (However, it is still good quality and hi-tech). You can get the same bag in Lagoon color or the same pattern in canvas.

Bagopedia's advice for the BV bags is- buy the classic design and colors. The odd ones usually end up on sales or the outlet stores. The classic ones are never on sale or go to the outlet stores. For the amount of money you spend, Bagopedia is sure that you want to carry a bag for a loooong time.

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Monday, May 23, 2011

Fergie + Alexander McQueen Fringe Skull Box Clutch

Fergie hits the white carpet at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday (May 22) in Las Vegas, Nev.


Bag: Alexander McQueen Fringe Skull Box Clutch

Price: $1,495.00

Where to Buy: Neiman Marcus,

Bagopedia's Rating: 1 Bag (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: Creepy anyone?

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Balenciaga Balmoral Shoulder Bag

Bag: Balenciaga Balmoral Shoulder Bag

Price: $1,595.00

Where to Buy: Barney's New York,

Bagopeida's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopeida's Comment: Congratulations Balenciaga! After seeing many years' abuse of your classic Motorcycle bag, you finally come out something new and fresh! This bag is so adorable. Very clear use of color and leather (leather flap and suede body) combination with a trendy front flap design but classic look. Love this bag!

Nikki Reed + Miu Miu Matelassé Nappa Hobo

American Idol’s Paul McDonald and Twilight actress Nikki Reed hold hands as they leave the Troubadour on Thursday (May 12) in Santa Monica, Calif.


Bag: Miu Miu Matelassé Napa Leather Hobo

Price: $1,750.00

Where to Buy: Miu Miu Stores,

Who Carries it: Isla Fisher,

Bagopedia's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopeida's Comment: Going through many different generations, Miu Miu finally comes a much simpler yet still very original Matelasse bag. Looking complicated, this bag is incredibly easy to wear. The color is bold but Miu Miu is making the same color bag for this coming fall and winter seasons. That means the color is safe for a while. This bag is the bag that making a bold statement which gives a incredibly high identity. The design is easy to carry all year long. The Nappa leather is a high-end luxury leather. Not many companies are using Nappa leather for bags now because they are harder and harder to get and more expensive. The price for a Nappa bag is a deal. CHANEL is making bags in Nappa for 5 times more than this bag's price.

Also see the photo below how Isla Fisher carries it:


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Friday, May 20, 2011

Megan Fox + Lauren Moshi Bow OM Fringe Tote


Megan Fox and husband Brian Austin Green catch a flight out of town from LAX airport on Tuesday (May 17).


Bag: Lauren Moshi Bow OM Fringe Tote

Price: $121.00

Where to Buy: singer22.com

Fall Preview: Givenchy Clutch


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Justin Bieber + Louis Vuitton Michael Backpack

He’s been living it up in the Land of the Rising Sun as of late, and today (May 19) Justin Bieber was spotted catching an outbound flight.

Bag: Louis Vuitton Michael in Damier Graphite

Price: $1,870.00

Where to Buy: Louis Vuitton Stores,

Who Carries it: Joe Jonas,

Bagopedia's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: It is hard to see a nice men's bag. The whole fashion industry seems to forget that men have needs too (Some men I meant. Most men can carry a briefcase that was a freebee attending a conference 20 years ago). Bagopedia loves the Damier Graphite line for men. The color combination is settle and elegant. You know how durable Louis Vuitton Canvas products are. Joe Jonas has one, too.


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Thursday, May 19, 2011

Kate Bosworth + Alexander Wang Marti Backpack

Kate Bosworth walks to an art studio on Wednesday (May 18) in Pacific Palisades, Calif.


Bag: Alexander Wang Marti Backpack

Price: $850.00

Where to Buy: Barney's New York,

Bagopedia's Rating: 1 Bag (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: Do you remember last time you bought your friend's kid a toy? He or she was excited for 2 minutes then totally ignore your gift? This is how Bagopedia describes this bag.

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AnnaLynne McCord + Miu Miu Ostrich Hobo


Taking a mid-week stroll around Midtown, AnnaLynne McCord was spotted out and about in New York City on Wednesday (May 18).


Bag: Miu Miu Ostrich Hobo

Price: 1,200.00

Who Carries it: Rihanna, Sienna Miller, Keira Knightley,

Where to Buy: Miu Miu Stores (Pre-Order), the Non-ostrich version is available now.

Bagopedia's Rating: 4 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopeida's Comment: This is how they sell handbags now: given to celebrities before the public. So the buzz will be created and the bloggers (like Bagopedia) will write an articles about it. It is all about social networking. This bag can't be more Miu Miu. Bagopedia really loves the ostrich flap. The flap will start to curl after you wear the bag. It looks really pretty after the curl. You can choose the version without the ostrich flap for a bit less money. For sure this is not an easy bag to wear, Bagopedia hopes the 4 different looks will help you to decide. 3 color combinations to choose from.




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Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Pre-order: LANVIN Fur Trousse Shoulder Bag

Pre-Order: LANVIN Fur Trousse Shoulder Bag

Price: $2,900.00

Where to Order: Neiman Marcus,

Bagopedia's Comment: Bagopedia hates to show you since the summer has not officially started, but fall bags start to come out. This is the first "Real" fall bag that Bagopedia sees. Louis Vuitton has done it. CHANEL has done it. Nothing special.

Jessica Alba + Valentino Rockstud Leather Shoulder Bag

Jessica Alba was spotted out and about alone in Beverly Hills May 16, 2011.


Bag: Valentino Rockstud Leather Shoulder Bag

Price: $2,245.00

Where to Buy: Net-A-Porter,

Who carries it: Jessica Simpson,

Bagopedia's Rating: 2 Bags (Out of 5)

Bagopedia's Comment: The design is classic. The color is hot. The leather is smooth. And the stud finish is popular. Only one problem- a big one, the Studs. Valentino's studs are real good studs. They are so heavy and can be used as weapons. The studs make this bag extremely heavy. 2 skinny handles don't seem to be able to support the bag, especially the bag can be extended to a much larger bag (48 CM). Also the handles are so skinny it can be put upside down easily. The studs then will go against your shoulder or below. From a designer's view, it is nice to put studs on the skinny handles, but not fun for real customers.


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