Bag a day in October... Day 31

Trick or Treat!

It is always a treat when it comes to Charlotte Olympia! 

This red perspex clutch is lined with a gold suede pouch and fastened with a crystal embellished spider - just enough spook for Halloween.  

Charlotte Olympia pandora perspex clutch, $975 available at Net-a-Porter.com

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Bag a day in October... Day 30

As our month of chic carryalls nears the end, I am leaving you with one bag that is not quite available yet.   During fashion week in Paris, many editors, Karla Martinez of W and Elissa Santisi of Harpers Bazaar to name a few, were seen wearing this, yet to be released, suede mini bucket bag from Louis Vuitton.  The supple emerald green color makes the bag unique and the small stature allows it to go anywhere with you.  It is definitely something to keep an eye out for!  

Attending the SS'14 Chanel show with Karla Martinez

Twins at the SS'14 Louis Vuitton show 

images courtesy of Instagram.com/wmagkarla

Bag a day in October... Day 29

Show some skin!

Dries van Noten black brocade and skin flap purse with gold handle - the perfect amount of luxury, edge, and cool factor!

Dries van Noten black skin bag, $1220 available at EdonManor.com

image courtesy of EdonManor.com

Bag a day in October... Day 28

Start the week off right with this tri-color Chloe mini bag.

Small in stature, this classic hits this seasons top three C's - color block, chain-link, and cross body.  

Chloe small elsie bag, $1795 available at Barneys.com

image courtesy of Barneys.com

Bag a day in October... Day 27

Seeing hearts.

Carry your essentials in this chic drawstring clutch from Burberry.  

Leopard print is the new neutral, why not mix it up with leopard hearts!

Burberry Prorsum little crush in heart print calfskin, $1395 available at Burberry.com

image courtesy of Burberry.com

Bag a day in October... Day 26

My Grandmothers signature shoe, is now a clutch.

She wore the Ferragamo Vara religiously, owning a pair in every color. 

These chic clutches with hidden chain strap and simple tonal grosgrain bow closures, would definitely made it into my grandmothers repertoire, right alongside her collection of silk scarves!

Salvatore Ferragamo miss vara bow clip leather clutch, $650 available at ModaOperandi.com

image courtesy of ModaOperandi.com

Bag a day in October... Day 25

Bottega Veneta reintroduced their beloved round-box clutch in 2001, and truthfully there is nothing chicer.  It is a timeless classic that embodies the houses' mantra, "when your own initials are enough."  Simple, elegant, and always appropriate, the celebrated icon is available in  a range of interpretations.  From understated satin, to bold red crocodile, to intricately beaded butterflies, you can never go wrong!  

Bottega Veneta knot, from $1450 to $3850 available at BottegaVeneta.com

images courtesy of BottegaVeneta.com

Bag a day in October... Day 24

It's a good vintage.

A classic Chanel never goes out of style.  This rare black quilted bag with gold link chain is a style not often seen, making it all the more desirable.  

Chanel black quilted leather and gold chain handbag, $1450 available at Vaunte.com

*Vaunte is an online consignment retailer founded by ex Gilt Groupe executives.  Their team takes great pride in selling only authentic designer goods.   When buying vintage, be sure to do your homework - no one wants to carry a fake!

image courtesy of Vaunte.com

Bag a day in October... Day 23

Green with envy!

Hedi Slimane has created a new series of cult classics with his designs for Saint Laurent.  Their simple, logo free aesthetic makes them the go-to for the fashion set. 

Saint Laurent classic medium Lulu bag, $2150 available at YSL.com

image courtesy of YSL.com

Bag a day in October... Day 22

Lunch never looked so good!

Proenza Schouler's small woven lunch bag is the perfect accessory for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Proenza Schouler woven leather lunch bag, $2450 available at ProenzaSchouler.com

image courtesy of ProenzaSchouler.com

Bag a day in October... Day 21

Make your Monday less dreary with this navy Alexander McQueen tote.

The classic style fits nicely in the crook of your arm, and pairs well with the cold weather attire one will need in NYC this week! 

Alexander McQueen heroine tote, $2595 available at AlexanderMcQueen.com

image courtesy of AlexanderMcQueen.com

Bag a day in October... Day 20

Bring out your Sunday best, with this Valentino MOC clutch. 

MOC, My Own Code, just launched for Fall and is an absolute necessity.  The streamlined shape is made special by adding your initials to the handle in either silver or gold.  

The style is reminiscent of another Italian powerhouse accessory from a few years back.  

Valentino Garavini MOC clutch, $1945 available at Valentino.com and shop.HarpersBazaar.com

images courtesy of shop.HarpersBazaar.com (1 & 2)

Valentino.com (3)

Bag a day in October... Day 19

Orange is the new black.   

Few houses are synonymous with a color - Tiffany blue, Bergdorf Goodman purple, and Hermes orange.  The italian leather bucket style bag is classic in shape, and the classic color will live on forever. 

Hermes picotin lock tote, $2375 available at Hermes.com

image courtesy of Hermes.com

Bag a day in October... Day 18

Clare Vivier, the handbag designer who is the epitome of Parisian Chic, has just opened her first store in New York City.  Nestled on a quiet street in NoLita, the charming shop sells an array of Clare V classics, monogramming on premise, and a carefully curated selection of jewelry and house wares chosen by Ms. Vivier herself.  

  

Bonjour clutch, $143

Foldover clutch in navy calf-hair and leather, $210

Suede simple tote, $368

Clare V. is located at 239 Elizabeth Street, NYC

Achats Heureux!

(Happy Shopping)

images courtesy of clarevivier.com

Bag a day in October... Day 17

Céline mohair clutches in navy, powder, and army green. 

Yes, Yes, Yes!

Celine berlingot in brushed mohair, available at Céline Madison Avenue 212.535.3703

image courtesy of Céline.com

Bag a day in October... Day 16

Le Dix is the first handbag collection under Alexander Wang's reign at Balenciaga.  The name references the original street of the house and the name of Balenciaga's first scent.   

Each bag also comes with a hand mirror that can be personalized.   

  

Balenciaga le dix zip cartable in caramel, $2,250 available at Balenciaga.com

images courtesy of Balenciaga.com

Bag a day in October... Day 15

The Boxer bag has been a staple for Reed Krakoff since the beginning.  The perforated leather pocket of this bag make it feel modern and young.  Large enough to cary from meeting to meeting, and chic enough you will want to carry all of the time!

  

Reed Krakoff leather boxer tote, $1690 available at ReedKrakoff.com

image courtesy of ReedKrakoff.com

Bag a day in October... Day 14

M2Malletier launched just last year and has landed in every fashion girls hand.  The design duo, from Barcelona, base their designs on two cultural movements: Minimalism and Surrealism.  Blending luxury and architecture make their creations both unexpected and exceptional.

M2Malletier fabricca leather clutch, $1,125 available at Net-a-Porter.com

Indre Rockefeller and Hayley Bloomingdale (left and middle) of M'oda Opperandi

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Bag a day in October... Day 13

Baggu launched with folding, simple nylon totes in bright colors and patterns that can be used to anything and everything! 

Now the roomy tote is available in leather and suede.  Apple picking just got a lot chicer! 

Baggu suede tote, $160 available at Baggu.com

image courtesy of Baggu.com

Bag a day in October... Day 12

Match the pumpkins in the patch with this GiGi New York embossed python slim clutch!

Gigi New York all-in-one clutch, $105 available at GiGiNewYork.com

*Monogramming available

image courtesy of GiGiNewYork.com

Bag a day in October... Day 11

Weekend get-a-way.

MZ Wallace's quilted nylon tote is the perfect weekend travel bag.  Loaded with six interior pockets, top zip closure and three interior detachable pouches, it will hold all of your essentials.  

MZ Wallace quilted oxford nylon large metro tote, $195 available at MZWallace.com

image courtesy of MZWallace.com

Bag a day in October... Day 10

Throwback Thursday bag style!  

The baguette debuted in 1997 but was made famous as a series regular on Sex and the City.

The small, simple structured handbag was designed to be held under the arm, like a loaf of french bread, and the 'baguette' was born.  Since it's debut over 1000 versions have been produced.   

Fendi beaded spikes baguette, $4,750 available at NeimanMarcus.com

image courtesy of NeimanMarcus.com

Bag a day in October... Day 9

"Happy" 10th Anniversary!

The "Happy" bag is made in two-tone grosgrain ribbon to mark the 10 year anniversary of Mr. Albert Elbaz at Lanvin.  The chic carryall's moniker truly speaks for the bag.  Movable chain link shoulder strap, jacquard lined interior, and over sized ribbon bow detail are just a few of the thought-out details of this bag that will make you "Happy".

Lanvin "Happy" grosgrain bag, $2,090 available at Barneys.com

image courtesy of Barneys.com

Bag a day in October... Day 8

Fall 2013 is mad for plaid!  From the runways of Celine, to Phillip Lim, to Stella McCartney the runways were filled with tartan, houndstooth, and black watch - oh my!

Stella McCartney falabella small tartan tote, $1,755 available at StellaMcCartney.com

image courtesy of StellaMcCartney.com

Bag a day in October... Day 7

Victoria Beckham has become synonymous with understated elegance, and this two-tone shoulder bag is a perfect example.  Simple gold hardware and a sleek navy and burgundy leather stripe design make this bag an instant classic.

Victoria Beckham two-tone leather shoulder bag, $2,350 available at Net-a-Porter.com

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Bag a day in October... Day 6

Sundays mean sleeping late, reading the Sunday Styles, drinking bloody Mary's and watching football.  Marni's PVC tote can go from the farmers market to the tailgate party with ease and elegance. 

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Marni "Tiger" print PVC runway tote, $350 available at Marni.com

images courtesy of Marni.com

Bag a day in October... Day 5

Spice up your Saturday with this Pierre Hardy printed suede and velvet clutch.  The bold colors accentuating the classic Hardy cube print, will pair perfectly with your dancing shoes.

Pierre Hardy printed clutch, $750 available at Net-a-Porter.com

image courtesy of Net-a-Porter.com

Bag a day in October... Day 4

Mansur Gavriel handbags are the fashion girls 'it' item for fall.  The simple, sturdy designs are made of Italian vegetable tanned leather and lined with brightly colored coatings.  Available in multiple color-ways,  this brandy color can go from lunch meetings at Lambs Club to the stables in Bedford.  

Mansur Gavriel small tote, $425 available at MansurGavriel.com

images courtesy of MansurGavriel.com

Bag a day in October... Day 3

In memoriam of Marc Jacobs stepping down from his post at Louis Vuitton yesterday, one of my favorites from the house this season.

Louis Vuitton pouchette accessories reverie, $3400 available at LouisVuitton.com

image courtesy of LouisVuitton.com

Bag a day in October... Day 2

Time's Arrow is a new NYC based handbag company designed for those who believe real beauty is on the inside.  Each bag is designed for the OCD obsessed,  with a designated space for its contents, there will never be a missing house key or an abandoned chap-stick. 

TA's are a perfect counterpart to all Type A's.

Time's Arrow affine small calf-hair shoulder bag, $650 available at NeimanMarcus.com

images courtesy of NeimanMarcus.com

Bag a day in October... Day 1

Handbags are the new status quo.  They make your outfit,  and tell a lot about a person. 

Do you carry your life in your bag?  I am guessing you like a tote.  Are you a minimalist, only carrying the essentials for your day? Than I bet you are a fan of the day clutch.

Over the next 31 days The EJT will showcase 31 coveted carryalls!

First up, Carven.  This sleek pebbled black leather purse can be held either by the gold link chain or by an oversized leather handle.  Easily going from day to night, at 7"x7" this bag will hold your wallet, keys, phone and lipstick with room to spare!

Carven leather handbag, $750 available at shopbop.com

image courtesy of shopbop.com