Fab Find of the Week

Feast your eyes on this fabulous sparkly Chanel handbag, spotted by yours truly at the Bellagio Las Vegas boutique this week. If ever there was a stunning, feminine, standout bag to add to a collection, this is certainly it. A girl can dream, right?

In Love.

Spent my Sunday at Neiman Marcus and fell in love. The Chanel 'Chain Me' shopping tote is exactly what I need in my life. It's functional, roomy, classy and perfect for everyday. I can't stop thinking about it, and am seriously considering it as an early birthday present to myself. The collection is flying off shelves, so I better move fast. But seriously, what's not to love?




Below are a few pensive pics of me pondering the designer purchase outside of Neiman's that my sis snapped to poke fun of me with...and why yes, that is a Chanel bag (from several seasons ago!) that I'm carrying. See? Chanel is always a wise investment.






Fashion Credits: Jacket by Topshop, Lace Tank from J. Crew, Wax Denim Skinny Jeans by Lucky Brand Jeans, Suede Platforms from Shoe Dazzle, Handbag by Chanel.

FYI, Lovers.

No surprise that Rebecca Minkoff holds a special place in my heart. I'll be attending her fashion show at New York Fashion Week in a few weeks, but until then, lovelies, check out her summer sale online here:

Why Hello There.

Gorgeous, ladylike, sexy little lace clutch with a shiny bow clasp. Perfection in every way possible.



$180 by Ted Baker.

Introducing...WESTWARD!

Last night I stepped out for an intimate rooftop dinner under the stars in West Hollywood to honor kate spade new york’s collaboration with two of my fave stylists, Emily Current and Meritt Elliott (of Current/Elliott fame.) Joining me were stars like Emma Roberts, Chord Overstreet, Jaime King and Michelle Trachtenberg.







The stylish new WESTWARD collection includes handbags, totes and small leather goods with a classic-meets-whimsical vintage spirit. The clutches are perfect for a girl on the go and can also be worn as across-the-body bags for a boho vibe. My personal favorite? The cheeky sequined number, of course.







The WESTWARD collection, priced between $245 and $1,295, is NOW available in kate spade new york shops, select Bloomingdale’s locations and online.

Celeb Style: Halle Berry

Halle Berry is loving exotic skins this summer. The stunning actress rocked Kelly Locke's “CAROLYN” style hobo bag in natural spotted anaconda with signature hand-crafted nickel serpent ring detail ($1,100 available at Avedon Beverly Hills.)

Rebecca Minkoff Sample Sales!

Rebecca Minkoff, queen of chic leather handbags in functional yet uber-fashionable styles, is now a household name among savvy stylish girls from coast to coast. Minkoff actually has quite a special place in my heart because I'm proud to say that she was my very first 'Deal & Steals' promotion back in 2006 when I launched the section at InStyle.com.

At the time she was just starting out and not even a blip on most people's radars. I distinctly remember reviewing her line sheets and thinking it was incredibly impressive (I snagged a few bags for myself without any hesitation) and knew she would fast track her way to success in no time. Why? Because she filled a niche of everyday styles at an affordable price point--and yes, her stuff was much more affordable back then!










I quickly put her on blast, proudly carried a few of her bags about town and have really enjoyed watching her rise to the top in a short amount of time.

And with every fashion success story comes a treat for her loyal fans: a sample sale!
That's right, RM Sample Sale season is upon us, Cali girls. Here's the info:


L.A. sample sale

REBECCA MINKOFF / CONFEDERACY

4661 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles CA

VIP night Thursday, 6/2 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Friday 6/3 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday 6/4 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Sunday 6/5 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.



S.F. sample sale

Madrone Studios

1417 15th street San Francisco, CA

Saturday, 6/4 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Prices:
The Boyfriend cross-body

Retail price $295 / Sample Sale price $178



Studded Rocker

Retail price $330 / Sample Sale price $182



Beloved Mini cross-body

Retail price $395 / Sample Sale price $217



Laptop case

Retail price $195 / Sample Sale price $107



Matinee

Retail price $595 / Sample Sale price $327

Celebs Love Kelly Locke!

As clearly evidenced here, several stars are carrying Kelly Locke clutches on and off the red carpet. The “Mimi” clutch is a new silhouette for Kelly Locke’s Fall 2011 collection and has quickly become a celebrity favorite among the likes of Halle Berry, Emma Roberts, Sarah Hyland and Jennifer Love Hewitt.

The “Mimi” is available in various skins from mirrored calfskin ($450, as worn by Emma Roberts to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party) to anaconda (as worn by Halle Berry to the 2011 Academy Awards) to matte and glazed fishskin ($575, as worn by Erika Christensen and Jennifer Love Hewitt.)










Locke specializes in working with precious skins such as anaconda, lizard, crocodile and baby haircalf.

www.kellylocke.com.

Celebrity Style: Taylor Swift

The country star can't get enough of her ultra-soft navy leather Gerald Darel handbag.

Celebrity Style: Mena Suvari

Mena Suvari stepped out in Hollywood carrying a leopard print clutch by Kelly Locke.




“Francke” leopard-print haircalf clutch, $550, available at Vivre.com.

Obsession of the Day

Leopard is huge for fall, and I've always got a select few (classy, of course) mainstays of the iconic print in my closet. I wouldn't mind adding this sassy, fierce little guy to my collection:


Judith Leiber Cheetah-Pony Clutch available for pre-order at Neiman Marcus, $1,495.

Vanessa Bruno Bags

Check out the latest dreamy handbag offerings from Vanessa Bruno, now available at her chic new Melrose store in L.A.:









For winter accessories, I'm loving the lush, sophisticated designs and gorgeous unexpectedly romantic hues...to die for!

The New Bag You Need to Know About

Introducing Novella Royale, a very hip eco-friendly (all bags are made of vintage leather jackets--how cool is that?) line that's made by hand right here in L.A..

The 'Mister' style is my pick; it sort of has a fabulous posh punk rock element that I haven't seen executed so well in other bags.





$584 here.

Sweet Like Candy

This sparkly clutch is reminiscent of rock candy.





Deux Lux Bonbon Clutch $76 at www.shopnastygal.com

Celebrity Style: Sarah Jessica Parker

With Sex and the City 2 out next month, all eyes are on Sarah Jessica Parker and her fabulous fashion. The hot mama was spotted in New York toting baby Tabitha and a ultra-chic Jérôme Dreyfuss “Twee Mini” messenger bag in Moka leather ($550.)





Available at Jérôme Dreyfuss NYC (212 334 6920) or www.jerome-dreyfuss.com