Valentino

How to Buy Designer Handbags on eBay and Not Get Burned

Ya know, no matter what the current state of the economy, my own or the nation’s, I love a good bargain (hence my absolute love affair with Mr. Rebates… see my blog post about the site here). I also… Continue reading

Bergdorf Goodman: Show Stoppers in the Shoe Salon

Art Deco has never been more flamboyant, as it triumphs in shoe design this fall. Christian Louboutin‘s genius continues to awe, but Alexander McQueen, Jimmy Choo, Valentino, and Gucci are not far behind. From Bergdorf Goodman’s… Continue reading

Handbags, Valentino and the Most Wonderful Husband in the World

*This* is the most gorgeous handbag in the world.  Period.

Valentino Rosette Bag in Pink

It is a Valentino leather and silk Rosette bag and is available today only at Beyond the Rack for a mere $1360.

*This* is the most wonderful husband in the… Continue reading

Givenchy Does Paris, Loses Self

I’m torn on this one, I liked half of it and though I didn’t really dislike any of it, I wasn’t exactly wild about it either. I do love all the purple gowns, especially the dark royal purple with the… Continue reading



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