Saturday, February 9, 2008

Formal Handbags

It does not take much convincing to realize that an embroidered formal handbag is one of the best choices available for glamorous nights out The addition of embroidery adds a touch of lavish sophistication to an evening bag While the typical formal or evening bag may be laden with sequins chains and heavy hardware certain designs showcase the intricate and artistic beauty of embroidery

Though embroidered formal handbags are appropriate for any fancy dress occasion they are especially suitable for weddings in fact a great majority of handbags designed for weddings feature rich embroidery in a brocade style

Different Styles

Embroidered handbags allow women the opportunity to express themselves through vivid color bold designs and intricate artwork An extensive selection of embroidered designs on a variety of different backgrounds exists From low to highend styles designers across the spectrum are making the most of this growing trend Even the luxurious and highlycoveted Fendi Spy Bag is available in an embroidered version Though it doesnt necessarily meet the credentials of a formal bag it proves just how dominant the embroidery craze has become in recent years

The following are several styles of formal evening bags that are detailed with embroidery

Fendi Small Embroidered B Bag

Handbag aficionados know and likely love the renowned B Bag This style is especially noteworthy for its unique design It boasts an exquisite floral embroidered print paired with elegant beads The bag exudes a slightly organic vibe with a natural influence that is evident in the lowkey color palette and diminutive hardware Great for women who dare to be different this little Fendi purse is guaranteed to turn heads

Papillon Handbags

Possibly some of the most elegant handbags to be seen in quite a while Papillon offers an extensive range of handembroidered purses A wide assortment of evening and formal handbags is available including the following

Baby Venise Keep glamour close at hand with this lovely bag Made primarily of black polysatin it features a luxurious embroidered border in contrasting shades of red green silver and gold The bag has a festive look that makes it appropriate for just about any holiday

Jessica Pink As if the extravagant design wasnt enough to get people talking the pretty embroidery tells a story of its own An unusual window is embroidered into the front showcasing an intricate orange flower through its glass Elegant pink green and yellow trim make the bag an absolute standout and a truly feminine piece

Baby Blossom So beautiful that its nearly impossible not to stare at the Baby Blossom is a charming wristlet that is both girlish and practical at the same time Its perfect for an evening out and its rainbow of bright colors – orange mauve aqua and pink among others – is fresh and springy Its a petite bag that will add just the right splash of color to any monochromatic outfit

Pearl Drop Satin and suede join forces on this sweet little confection of a bag A unique teardrop shape is the first thing people will notice before theyre immediately taken in by the delicate embroidery This bag is demure yet an absolute attentiongetter

Inge Christopher Floral Embroidered Clutch

A major event calls for some serious star power Even if the celebrities dont show up there will definitely be a red carpetworthy handbag in attendance – this Inge Christopher clutch lights up any room as soon as it enters On a bed of gloriously plush white velvet small silver gemstones and beads collaborate on a dynamic floral embroidered design The result is a sweet delicate bag that can be worn on the shoulder or carried as a clutch Either way its the ideal nightout handbag

Embroidered handbags for formal occasions are widely available Specialty stores such as bridal outlets might offer a more diverse selection than average department stores The following retail stores carry selections of embroidered evening bags

Laila Rowe

Davids Bridal

Saks Fifth Avenue

Additionally these online boutiques carry selections of embroidered formal handbags that are perfect for a major event night out or other special occasion

Mens Purses

HandbagsFor many the term mens purse is an oxymoron but they will soon need to update their vocabulary The word on the street is more men are carrying purselike bags An unrecognized trend that most men do not actually want to draw attention to mens purses are coming out of the woodwork

About Mens Purses

Purse carrying men tend to be a cultural icon In most of Europe men clutch purses regularly It is no surprise that men would like to have a place to carry their necessities and avoid the ugly full back pocket or clanking change phenomenon In the world of American masculinity while a mens purse seems practical most wouldnt be caught dead wearing one

Finding a ManBag

So how can men appropriately stash their stuff and still look like a man It is all in the design The manbag as many refer to it should not look like a womens purse but should serve a similar purpose In order to accomplish this men need to be on the lookout for bags with the following characteristics

Nylon is better than leather

Large roomy bags but not as big as a briefcase or full sized backpack

Waist bands or long across the chest straps

Avoid bags labeled with womens designer names

Sneak Peek

Are you curious to know what men just might keep in their purses Here are a few options

Wallet

Keys

Cell Phone

Letters or Papers

Cigarettes and Lighters

I Pods

Paperback Books or Magazines

Business Cards

Tissue or Handkerchief

Pens

Medicine

Mens purses are not easy to come by Basically you have to scrutinize the aisles of womens handbags searching for the ones most masculine or set your sights on a travel or outdoor store Masculine purse choices are few but they are there if you know where to look

Baggallini

An international bag company growing in popularity since its creation in 1995 they offer a nice assortment of classic looking bags which are mostly unisex

Baggallini com

Check out their Commuter Bag available in a variety of colors and fabrics there is sure to be one that fits your level of masculinity A lightweight but very roomy bag it has room for a small laptop and lots of pockets for other small essentials

Eagle Creek

An outdoor brand with a decent selection of rustic looking gear their bags are naturally manly

Eagle Creek com

A great mens purse option is their Piccadilly bag Although you find it in the womens bag section there is nothing feminine about this bag A smaller shoulder style bag it is available in blue black or brown A basic bag with a few organizer pockets it has a unique design providing a nonpurse like appearance

Lewis N Clark

A travel product company Lewis N Clark provides smaller travel bags that function as ideal mens purses

RoadWired com

A great bag from RoadWired is known as The Pod It comes in a variety of sizes and holds equipment like cameras or just your wallet keys and cell phone No doubt when styling this bag you wont look like a woman

Discount Handbags

HandbagsBecause designer handbags can be outrageously expensive many women interested in a designer look investigate discount handbags There are several different types of discount purses and knowing the distinctions between each variety will help savvy shoppers make the wisest possible purchase for their budget as well as their fashion sense

It is important to remember that when a designer bag may cost several thousand dollars a discount may still be quite an expensive price To avoid getting drawn in by the prospect of a deal it is best to know the average price of new handbags and compare that to discount offers before a purchase Eager shoppers could easily find themselves purchasing a discount purse that is still a high enough price that even though it may be a great deal relative to the original cost they dont have money left to put in it

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