spring shopping for a bag lady

With the weather slowly warming up here in Vancity, it's time to peruse on-line shopping sites for some new additions to my bag collection. So far, colourful purses, especially in shades of aqua, turquoise and sea-foam green have really caught my eye. So much better than your basic black option, it's a great accessory to invest in and still be on trend with the season's colours. Pinks, canary yellows and juicy orange hues are great spring colours while bright greens, papaya, coral and turquoise are great summery colours are a wonderful addition to any outfit. Also, who doesn't like a little bit of obnoxious neon in their accessories?

From Net-a-porter.com:

MJ by Marc Jacobs Natasha Petal to the Metal shoulder bag is in a great punchy pink colour.  

Burberry Prorsum raffia-effect and leather wristlet in turquoise. Love the detailing on this clutch.

Proenza Schouler PS1 large leather satchel in papaya. This is a fabulous spring colour but could also work all year round when you want some colour to brighten up a drab all-black outfit. 

Reed Krakoff mini Atlantique leather tote. This designer has just recently caught my eye, and I like what I'm seeing so far. 

From shop bop.com:

Alexander Wang Donna bag in acqua is a great casual bag. 

The Cambridge Fluoro Satchel in green. LOVE it!

Rebecca Minkoff mini Mac bag in highlighter yellow. Something this small can still pack a punch in such a bright, in-your-face colour. 

spring fling

Keeping to my shopping resolution, and hoping to cross off another item from my spring shopping list, I was finally able to see the Alexander Way Lia sling bag in person at Holt Renfrew.

While I loved the soft black leather (also comes in a creamy white), the rose gold studs and the functional cross-body strap, it didn't feel right. I don't know if it's because today is Valentine's Day and everyone was running around, getting last-minute gifts for their special someone, but I felt slightly pressured and uneasy. After I looked it over (there might have been some heavy petting involved), I put it back on the shelf and walked away. At the end of the day, if I'm not 100% satisfied or comfortable with the product, then why would I want to have it in my closet?