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The Hottest Bags of 2010

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Geez… do you realize that we are closing the year 2010 in just about two weeks’ time? This is one year I feel I have not achieved anything really significant compared to the past few years. I bought my own place last year, I have not even got my driving license this year! Where did the time go, really? Anyway, year end is always somehow depressing and that’s why the Holidays season is so important to distract us away from all those numbing questions about what did not do.

The year 2010 has not exactly been a great year for bags either but these 5 hot bags, “It” or NOT that “It”, they saved the bags industry from being stagnant. Here they are…

1. Mulberry Alexa

The Bayswater might have placed Mulberry on the map but it is the Alexa that has made the brand “It” . The bag detached the brand from its “classic” (read: “older”) image it has been both blessed and cursed with. This baby is one of the most imitated bags this year and seems to be making its way to be Mulberry’s classic bag alongside the Bayswater itself. Price starts from EUR820.

2. Fendi Peekaboo

Fendi is the only mega design house that managed to create an “It” bag this year. Dubbed as the undone Birkin of Fendi when it first came out, Fendi seems determined to make it the house’s classic. Price starts from EUR1,000.

3. Alexander Wang Rocco Bag

The Alexander Wang Rocco is the most edgy bag created this year. Although I am more fond of the Darcy hobo, being the first bag from the designer does count. I am still waiting for the man bag version (like 40cm wide or a little bigger) of the Rocco but it is already an “It” and classic bag by now so it might happen one day. Price starts from EUR835.

4. Celine Box Bag

Celine is THE comeback brand of the year with Phoebe Philo as the creative helms woman of the house. The Box bag might be small in size but it is responsible for bringing back the vintage inspired small handbag to trend. Price starts from USD3,100.

5. Celine Luggage Bag

Having created not only one but two hottest bags in a year is a testament to the significance of the force that is Phoebe Philo in Celine. The luggage bag is now THE bag of Celine. It seems like ages ago that the Boogie was once the iconic bag of the house of Celine. I hope Phoebe Philo will resurface the Boogie again one day but for now, let the luggage bag shine and be the icon. Price starts from USD1,100.

Images are courtesy of Mulberry, Fendi, Alexander Wang and Celine

Blake Lively with Huge-ass Fendi Peekaboo

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Blake Lively is always lovely and that is a big smile, matched by equally big Fendi Peekaboo bag on her arm. Seems like the next season of Gossip Girl will pick up where S and B left for… Paris. Is there going to be a new guy? Or perhaps just a friendly Parisian fling? Anywho, his scooter is adorable.

Image is courtesy of bagthatstyle.com

Askme – A Bag for a Client

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Hi Purseholic

I need to buy a bag for a woman in her late 40s who is a client and I don’t know what bag will impress her. My budget is around $2000-$3000 and I would like to buy something special from a big brand that suits a classy woman.

Tommy

Hi Tommy

It is fun being given a good budget to shop but it could be a challenge when you don’t know the person well. You are absolutely right that in cases like this, you should opt to go with big, recognizable names such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Chanel or Fendi. Here are some hot choices that should impress your client:

The Gucci New Bamboo at around USD2,200 is the house’s IT bag this year. It is also one of the house classic bags so there is a big chance you will hit it with this choice. When it comes to giving a bag as a gift, always get one in more special colors such as this beautiful gray.

From the house of Prada, the Spazzolato shopping tote is a bag shape, with a classic shape, made of glazed leather and adorned by crystals. It is definitely something unique. Price is USD2,395.

Lastly, Fendi Peekaboo has garnered a big pool of fans around the world. This bag is a new classic. Get it in ivory with the Zucca lining for USD2,250.

Images are courtesy of Gucci, Prada and Fendi

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Askme – Hermes Kelly vs Fendi Peekaboo

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Hermes Kelly 32 in Orange Swift

Fendi Peekaboo in natural leather and Python lining

Hi Purseholic

I am a 40-year old single woman who is lucky enough to have been able to earn enough to finally afford my first Hermes Kelly, which I have been eying for it for the past 3 years. Lately however, I am totally drawn to Fendi Peekaboo too and I find some similarities in term of style between them. With the price tag of only about half of that of Hermes Kelly, I am ready to ditch Kelly and go ahead with Peekaboo but I am afraid I would regret going for a non-classic bag in the future. What is your opinion?

Caroline, Boston

Hi Carol

Both Hermes Kelly and Fendi Peekaboo are great bags to own and while the Kelly obviously has more heritage, the Peekaboo is a new classic in the making. In your case, however, I would suggest to stick to the classic Kelly as it is something you have coveted for for the last three years. I don’t think you would ever regret the purchase and if after that you still covet the Peekaboo, save for another year to get one in a version that is very different from your Kelly.

J Purseholic

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