Prada hasn’t really been on my radar these last few months, maybe even longer. Those basic structured pieces are fab for sure. But after seeing the same thing over and over again, you kind of start just glancing over them as you browse through the sea of handbags. So it’s nice to see Prada coming out with some more unusual designs. Check this one out, for example. It certainly is an eye-catcher! Introducing the Prada Blue Cabochon & Rhinestone Raso Clutch!
We are already well into July and it is 100 degrees outside. It’s hot and humid, the typical summer weather for where I live. I can definitely tell you that fur is the farthest thing from my mind right now. It makes me hot just looking at it! But I think my fellow Bag Bliss blogger, Deysa, was on to something when she presented the Prada Eco Mongolia Garden Tote. From the look of things, fur is going to be the thing for Fall 2011. Not just any fur, but faux fur. I think I agree with Deysa, definitely not something you would imagine coming from the creative minds behind our favorite premium designer brands.
The Italian Couture House of Prada has a new furry suggestion to carry on arm. Ditch the fussy puppy and if you dare, give this fuzzy handbag a try – the Prada Eco Mongolia Garden Tote. So much furry disorder is going on in this piece. It looks like something I wouldn’t typically look at twice, but upon further inspection of this piece, one unexpected detail caught my attention.
What looks like an orb of exotic fur actually claims to be eco friendly, that is; the tote is made of faux fur. Quite a surprise as Prada is known to compose some very exotic pieces with fine furs in past collections. If you’re a fur advocate you may dislike the faux fur feel, while a fur activist who dares to wear something out of their ordinary taste, could actually sport this, guilt free.
Madras, plaids of every color for spring and summer is the pattern of vacations, resortwear and summery attire. One would not think it was appropriate for Fall, but leave it to Prada to find a way to make it so!
Crafted of solid color and two-tone finely woven leather, Prada has created a line of Madras bags lustworthy of any bag lover. If you are a woven bag fan (like me) you will feel like you’ve been hit by Cupid when you see and feel these bags! The leathers are finely woven in India, then sent to Italy for final fabrication. These bags feature weaving all over the bag and straps. Various styles perfect for individual tastes!
Emily Browning (aka Katie from that one scary movie “Ghost Ship”) was photographed out and about while promoting “Sucker Punch” in New York City today, March 22, 2011. Bag in hand is the two-tone Prada natural canvas canapa tote with Cinghiale (that would be boarskin) trim from the Spring Summer 2011 collection.
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When I was in Highschool I had a lettermans jacket (4 years cross-country and distance track) so when I saw Prada’s new made-to-order “Lettering” service it just brought back memories..
Prada recently added the made-to-order “Lettering” service exclusively on prada.com and in twelve Prada stores worldwide.
Customize everything from everyday backpacks and shopping totes to travel trolleys in saffiano leather or camouflage print, customized with multicolored initials. Each letter has been matched with a color and a graphic motif, also in saffiano leather.
Ready for a little Monday sample sale action? Well you’re in luck! There are plenty of deals going on..
Over at RueLaLa enjoy 60+% off on Carlos Falchi’s signature python handbags.
Then over at Billion Dollar Babes there’s a Designer Handbag Event that’s not to be missed. From Chanel, Chloe, Louis Vuitton and More!
Next stop, Ideeli and check out the selection of LAMB handbags!
And finally save on Gucci handbags and accessories over at Beyond the Rack. Also check out the Prada and Coach sale events. They started over the weekend but there are still a bunch of bags available.
This week is off to a great start!
Happy sample saling…
