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Trend Alert: Sleek Slouchy Bags

FabSugar — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 07:00:22 -0700

My friend has this bag I covet. It's ivory leather, boho style, with a twisted handle - I love it (I want it). I always tell her to wear it so I can admire it. That's the good kind of fashion friend I am; I keep my distance. Perfect for travel, these sleek slouchy bags have that I-just-throw-my-fabulous-things -in-here-and-jetset look to them. See Mandy and her black Coach bag jetsetting away? This could be you.

P.S. Mandy is wearing the sequin Chucks I finally got! Aren't they cute? I just had to share . . .

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Trend Alert: Slouchy Necessities

FabSugar — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 06:00:22 -0700

First pants, and now bags? Slouch is back in a major way and while you did not like it with pants, maybe your thoughts will sway differently with handbags. These slouchy necessities are the nemesis to their structured cousins and come in all flavors. Prove that you're casual and comfy with maybe a slouchy clutch? Case in point Natalie Portman (left), tucking a delectable black patent one under her arm with boyfriend Devendra Banhart.

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Mad About Minkoff! Win Rebecca Minkoff's Stud Devote Hobo

FabSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:45:22 -0800

No doubt, you will fall in handbag lust with our next Mad About Minkoff handbag giveaway. This Rebecca Minkoff Stud Devote Hobo ($695), was designed with the uptown girl in mind - are you her? The slouchy, oversize shape will easily fit your PDA, makeup bag, the latest Vogue, and emergency flats. I'm also digging the gold metallic studs. Don't forget to check out Minkette.com for more RM goodies.

To enter to win, just log into your PopSugar Community account and take our fun Rebecca Minkoff quiz. One quiz entry per person; all repeat quizzes will be ignored. Remember, you must be logged into your PopSugar Community account to be entered, so if you're not already a member, register now. Here are the official rules. I'm pulling the plug on entries Monday, Nov. 9, at 11:59 p.m. PST. Good luck!

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Steve Madden Makes Shoes and Bags For Olsenboye

FabSugar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:01:40 -0800

Steve Madden collaborated on the Elizabeth and James footwear collection, so it's no surprise the brand has teamed up with Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's new venture, Olsenboye. The shoe company is set to produce a collection of footwear and accessories that include suede flats, canvas sneakers, slouchy plaid handbags, and small bucket bags. Starting this Friday, Nov. 6, you can get your Olsenboye on at jcp.com and in 50 JCPennney stores. Look out for a full launch for Spring.

To see Olsenboye's suede flats, read more

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Fab Celebrates Spring With Saks: Win a Slouchy Botkier Venice Hobo!

FabSugar — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 07:00:11 -0700

Next up for our three-week Saks giveaway extravaganza is this slouchy Botkier Venice Hobo ($595). We love how the slumped shape emits a casual vibe while multi-zipper compartments and tassels turn up the cool factor.

Check out Saks for more slouchy handbags, but stay here to enter the daily giveaway by taking my fun quiz.

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Burberry Leather Drawstring Hobo - $1,495.00	Marc by Marc Jacobs Stitched Hobo - $198.00
Juicy Couture Classic Leather Hobo - $378.00	Kooba Slouchy Hobo - $675.00
Botkier Jackie Hobo - $625.00	Badgley Mischka Platinum Label Connie Hobo - $345.00
Furla Elisabeth Medium Hobo - $495.00	Kooba Devin Patent Hobo - $575.00
Foley & Corinna Metallic Mid City Tote - $444.00

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Fab's September Most Wanted

FabSugar — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:00:22 -0700

You know Fab's in a Fall state of mind when my most wanted go from neon and skin-baring to jewel-toned and cozy. Though I will be holding off on wearing tights for as long as possible, I already have my sights set on some slouchy boots, amazing bags, festive jewelry, and sexy separates. Whether you're going back to cool or back to the grind, do so in fabulous style.

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Link Time!!!

FabSugar — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:00:22 -0700

Nicholas Kirkwood's Fall collection takes us to dizzying new heights - Refinery 29
Converse Premium Chuck Hi Missoni by Missoni - Nitrolicious
Resort on the roof - Fashionista
A whole week of outfits: with just eight pieces! - Lucky
Emma Watson is not normal - Jezebel
Trend alert: slouchy cross body bag - Fab UK
Wrap star: Sessilee Lopez - Teen Vogue
Lady Gaga and her fire-shooting boobs - Stylelist
Rachel Zoe wraps up second season of The Rachel Zoe Project - Stylelist
Jimmy Choo Blythe: office chic - Bag Snob

The Bag to Have: Diane von Furstenberg Slouchy Metallic Hobo

FabSugar — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 07:00:08 -0700

While Beyonce did some shopping at Patricia Field in NYC, I did some major staring at her . . . bag! Is she carrying Diane von Furstenberg's Slouchy Gold Metallic Hobo ($995)? She sure is. I love the big slouchy shape and the gold metallic detail. It has a glitzy and ethnic vibe all at once. The brown leather strap is dope, too. It spiced up her outfit, that's for sure. Now if I only had $995 to spare.

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Handbag Designer Spotlight: November XVIII

FabSugar — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 16:00:08 -0800

You know when a bag's leather is so soft and buttery you just want to eat it? OK, that's a bit extreme, but you know what I mean. Meet November XVIII. The designer, Patricia Lukoszek, is all about slouchy, soft bags with a nondescript allure. You'll find no flashy hardware. Lukoszek claims, “I actually approach the handbags as if they are clothing.” The collection, which is named for her birthday, will be available at Barneys in the Spring and I'm calling it the next big bag thing. The prices aren't cheap - wholesale prices from $210 for a clutch to $395 for an oversize bag - but it's that yummy leather we all covet.

To see a few more November XVIII bags, read more.

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Style For Style: Back Friendly Handbags

FabSugar — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:00:22 -0700

I recently heard of a girl who complained she could no longer use her large chain-handle Chanel bag because her doctor said it's bad for her back. What a shame. You pay thousands of dollars for the purse of your dreams, and and it turns out to be a pain in the back. That's not OK. If you're in the same predicament, let's get you out of it!

You shouldn't carry around any more than 10 percent of your body weight. So if you're 130 pounds, your bag should be no heavier than 13 pounds. Stay away from handbags that are heavy even without anything inside.
Avoid long-strapped bags and chain handles. The former swings around as you walk, while the chain handle digs into your skin.
When wearing shoulder bags, make sure the longest your bag sits is around your waist or bellybutton area. Satchels with short handles are preferable.

To learn more and to see a widget of back-friendly styles, read more

Slouchy bags are OK, but structured bags are best for health purposes.
I am not advising you go out and buy a fanny pack, but you may want to reconsider really oversize bags. The smaller your bag, the less things you'll put in it, and the less heavy it'll be. There are stylish belt bags you can look into.
Plastic, satin, nylon, and canvas bags are perfect because they're not as heavy as leather. If you like leather, opt for a lighter leather like with Foley + Corinna's City Tote.
Heavy designer bags to stay away from if you want to avoid back pain: large chain-handle Chanel bags, Balenciaga's large motorcycle tote with heavy studs, Marc Jacobs's Stam bag, and any Zac Posen bag, to name a few.

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Delphine Metallic Leather - $598.00	Chain-Strap Patent Tote - $69.00
Bottega Veneta Illusion Oversize Shoulder Bag- Silver - $2,800.00	Givenchy Large Wrinkled Patent Sac- BLACK - $1,695.00
Gathered Robertson Tote - $24.80	Bjamtote Black White Paris - $88.00
Riverdale Leather Oversized Bucket - $168.00	Dome Satchel - $39.80
Oversized Handbag - $59.00	3.1 Phillip Lim Tally Oversized Carry-All - $725.00
Alexander McQueen Blow oversized hobo bag - $2,100.00

Metallic Hobo Bag - $49.00	Nordstrom Ruched Patent Leather Clutch - $168.00
La Playa Bag - $38.00	Kooba Olivia Clutch - $325.00
CL by Laundry Large Satchel - Green - $24.99	Zagliani Python Clutch - $2,195.00
Bmarhbo Purple - $138.00	Tod's Softy Pochette, Ink Blue - $875.00
Louis Vuitton Metallic Mahina XL - $3,550.00	Dautore Handbags Slouchy Shoulder Bag - $471.00
Slouchy Batik Hobo - $48.00	Chloe Nancy Large-Flap Clutch - $1,395.00

Broadway Mini Shoulder Bag - $12.80	Envirosax Greengrocer Bag in Blueberry - $8.00
Louis Vuitton Monogram Denim Bum Bag - $940.00	Maison Martin Margiela Large Satin Sac Bag - $745.00
Gustto Estiva Nylon Beach Bag - $335.00	Anya Hindmarch Lautner Patent Shoulder Bag - $925.00
Belle Ingenue Canvas Tote Bag - $20.00	Xhilaration® Tote Bag - Black - $19.99
Hayden Harnett Positano Gilded Clutch - $110.00	Antik Batik Juddy Small Bag - $338.00
Foley + Corinna Mini Patent City Tote Bag - $375.00	Pierre Hardy Mini Nappa Bag - White - $715.00