Seen that? - Handbag trend: Reptilian leather

Filed in archive Best of on December 8, 2009

Handbag trend: Reptilian leather at Busy with Style

No one can deny it: leather and fur are making a comeback this season no matter what. As leather pants can be rather tricky to wear (especially if you get caught in the rain), and we'll talk about fur clothing later, let's discuss handbags. The thing is that if you want to be as trendy, you have to get at least one leather bag. But if you're yearning to be called [...] Read More


Fashion accessory trend: the big bag at Busy with Style

Did you notice bags getting larger and larger each and every day? Although I am all for giving gals more space to safely and fashionably store all the things they have to have with them, be careful not to overdo it - you might end up with a seriously sore arm. Therefore I can warmly recommend the Hype Chelsea tote in the most wonderful color of chocolate. Made of floral embossed [...] Read More


Update your fall closet at Busy with Style

Just because the seasons are changing doesn't mean your entire closet needs to as well. You can get a few key pieces to bring your wardrobe into this season. A wrap dress is an essential fall item. Wear it alone or pair it with a great sweater and you are instantly chic. This one from Tahari has a great small polka dot print. Tahari ASL Polka Dot Jersey Wrap Shirt Dress [...] Read More


Make Room For ... at Pretty Things

Look in your closet and I am sure that you will see pieces that dominate your racks and shelves. Before you wonder if you've gone overboard, you may see that you have just stumbled on your style. In the land of handbags, I have a trend, I love the Doctor Bag. Its elongated horizontal shape is very pleasing to the eye. But as much as I love this style I [...] Read More


Glam it Up With Less at Pretty Things

When I first came to the city, I had a huge transition to make - I realized that there was no way that I could make it through the day with the tiny bags I had been used to carrying. This was no small task, I loved having just a few things in my bag and having a light bundle to carry. Looking back I think how my former self [...] Read More