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Yves Saint Laurent Grey Flannel 'Downtown' Tote

Aesop's Fables cautioned "beware lest you lose the substance by grasping at the shadow." We can't help but feel that Yves Saint Laurent's accessories are beginning to lose the substance of their style as they grasp at the dark shadow of "it bag" success. Charging thousands of dollars for flannel bags like this Yves Saint Laurent Grey Flannel Downtown Tote is a way to turn a tidy profit but the danger of losing the substance that gives you cachet is an ever present danger as markets tire of bag saturation. A cautionary tale indeed.

Budget Bag Blog: New York and Co. City Style Faux Snake Bag

We like the look of snake in a bag but we readiy admit it isn't a very affordable or occasionally even ethical option. We like New York and Co. City Style Faux Snake Bag as a fantastic budget (and on sale) substitute.


We find that New York and Co is a surprisingly underrated source for budget bags. And this snake skin bag is no exception with double handle and logo tassel. PVC/poly. 16in.L x 4in.W x 15in.H.

Bag Blog Sale: Elaine Turner Bronwyn Ostrich

Ostrich has become an increasingly popular look in the bag world but unless you want to stick your head in the sand every time your credit card bill comes chances are you haven't indulged in the textured beauties yet. But we have found a very attractive ostrich embossed bag from Elaine Turner Bronwyn.


Its a total bargain at $99 down from $495. It has antique brass hardware, custom crown rivets, a chain strap and a pink crown lining.

Bag Blog Sale Alert: Brooks Brothers Horse Handle Leather Bag

Brooks Brothers is an under appreciated icon of American fashion. Unlike Ralph Lauren who has made his fortune faking true blue blood the ol' BB is has a real heritage. And yet curiously this exceptionally well made brand is not particularly expensive relative to other names as well known. Maybe people are put off by the preppy image but if you want high quality pieces with value then no matter what lifestyle you call your own you should check out this Brooks Brothers Horse Handle Leather Bag. It is 50% off and a steal a $399.

Fine Italian calfskin bag with magnetic snap
closure. Inner zipper and cell phone pocket. Antiqued brass hardware and feet. 9 1/2" x 8 1/2" x 3 1/2". Made in Italy.

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Reg. $798.00

Sale: $399.00

Budget Bag Blog: Old Navy Women's Duffle Bags

Winter is coming and that means the holiday travel season is nearly upon us. And while our parents may have had matched luggage sets things are a little different in this land of disposable income and poor spending habits. But what the heck there is nothing wrong with traveling home for the holidays with a cheap and chic duffle bag now is there? We like these Old Navy Women's Duffle Bags.

They are simple, darling and perfectly acceptable luggage substiutes for those with college debt or anyone still in their twenties. But if you have hit thirty it might be time to consider luggage sets! Your mother would be so proud!

Bag Blog Sale Alert: Alexander McQueen Oversized Shoulder Bag

Love Alexander McQueen but you weren't quite in the know enough to buy his Central St. Martin's Thesis like Isabella Blow? Wish you had been cool enough to watch his Kate Moss Hologram show from the front row? Well at least you can score one of his bags deeply discounted from Net-a-Porter! The Alexander McQueen Oversized Shoulder Bag in White is not only a gorgeous summer bag but we think it works as winter white too frankly. And its marked down %60.

Size	Width	Handle Drop	Height	Depth
ONE SIZE	16.5	10.5	11	3.5