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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale: The Chaos Have Begun + Tulah Ray Zip Split Satchel

Have you shopped the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale yet? The sale started yesterday but I didn’t really fancy anything apart from their beauty exclusives and Hanky Panky thongs so I did my shopping online. I did drop by at lunch time to snag a pair of Clarins UV Plus Day Screen SPF 40 (they are sold out!) and found lots of designer sunglasses by Oliver Peoples, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Fendi and more at $100+ (originally $300+). It was crazy then so I skipped the crowds and didn’t pick up anything. I might go back for a pair of Oliver Peoples sunnies and give my Chanels a break.

One of the most popular items from the anniversary sale is this gorgeous Tulah Ray Zip Split Satchel in berry. Most of it had been pre-ordered so my friend, who braved the crowds yesterday at 7AM, got the last one in the store. It was also briefly unavailable online so I’m thrilled to see that it’s now available with an approximate ship date of 9/19/08. I have two new handbags that I have yet to use so I didn’t really think of getting another one. But it’s gorgeous, yes? And it’s 40% off and only a click away. Should I go to the Foley + Corinna sample sale instead? Or save up for the Barneys Warehouse Sale (next month)? Sigh. Decisions, decisions. Update: The bag (in berry and black) is now sold out.

Botkier for Target Now Available

The Botkier for Target handbag collection is now available online and in stores. The line officially launches on July 20 but as Target is known to have done in the past, they’ve released the complete collection early. Early reviews seem positive, especially for the hobo bags pictured above. I’ll have to check these out at the store! Has anyone seen the line in person yet? If you’re ordering online, don’t forget that you’ll get free shipping on orders over $50.

Versatile Chiffon Tiered Top from Old Navy

Old Navy is really stepping up their game and I find myself checking out their latest offerings more often now.

She’s A Betty recently posted about this ruffle-tiered chiffon cami and shows us the many ways that you can wear it. Aside from wearing it as a top with jeans or layered with a short sleeve tee, you can also wear the cami as a skirt and pair it with a form fitting top, or stacked together to create a flapper dress. Neat eh?

I tried this myself in store but as you can see, I couldn’t avoid the puffball effect. I think I’ll stick to wearing it as a top.

Only black is available online but stores have them in cream and gray as well. At $24.95, they’re a good deal. The small sizes are selling quickly!
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Gryson Bags Up to 75% off at Funky Lala

If you were disappointed with the Gryson for Target line, you might be thrilled to know that a mainline handbag in Italian calfskin or lambskin leather can be yours at a steep discount at FunkyLala.com.

The Skye is now $260 (was $725) and comes in deep brown, black, mushroom (pictured) and putty. The woven version, in chocolate, cerise and moss, is now $445 (was $995). In patent leather, navy/black and white/gray, get it for only $280 (was $755).

The Olivia is now $380 (was $895) and is available in putty, riverstone (gray) and deep brown. The woven Olivia is now $475 (was $1295).

There are tons of other styles on sale as well as fab deals on other handbag brands such as Botkier, Rebecca Minkoff, Kooba, Andrea Brueckner, Goldenbleau and Sissi Rossi.

And if that wasn’t exciting enough, you can get even more savings with these coupon codes:
• Spend $350 – get $35 off (Code: DIVA1),
• Spend $600 – get $70 off (Code: DIVA2), or
• Spend $900 – get $140 off + a free upgrade to 2-day shipping (Code: DIVA3)

Update: I can’t believe it! The Skye in mushroom (pictured) is gone! Maybe I’ll just get a Tutu in white (now $340, was $1295) or liquid patent. The prices are too good to pass up!

Kidrobot Handbags and Accessories

Kidrobot’s first handbag line is being launched next week nationwide. Initially launching in the Kidrobot stores in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York, the unisex collection will then be available at Bloomingdales and Nordstom. The bags are being produced by Schifter + Partners, the same company that manufactures the LAMB, Harajuku Lovers, and Jill Stuart handbags. The line includes handbags, tote bags, backpacks, travel bags and wallets in cotton canvas (the Canvas Collection) or printed microfiber with leather trim (the Photo Pop Collection).

Founded in 2002, Kidrobot was the first company to introduce designer toys in the United States, collaborating with top international graffiti artists, industrial designers, musicians and graphic artists. Kidrobot invented a new concept of collectible, limited-edition designer toys. In 2003, the fashion world reached out to Kidrobot. In partnership with Visionaire magazine, Kidrobot created the seminal series of designer toys in a collaboration with Europe’s top luxury brands including Prada, Hermès, Gucci and Chanel. Subsequent collaborations with Marc Jacobs and Paul Smith have broadened its position in the fashion world. In 2005, Kidrobot collaborated with Nike to create a limited edition Air Max sneaker exclusively for Barneys New York which sold out the day it was launched.

View more styles and price points of the Kidrobot bags and accessories after the jump.

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Belen Echandia 3-Day Sale

Belen Echandia is a handbag brand that I have yet to own. It’s a British label that has gotten quite a huge following via word of mouth. I heard that the exquisite quality and excellent customer service can’t be beat. So I’m looking forward to their upcoming 3-day biannual online sale starting on Wednesday, June 18 (10am PDT/1pm EDT/6pm GMT) and running through Saturday, June 21 (10am PDT/1pm EDT/6pm GMT).

The discount is 35% off all current stock and only one or two of each bag will be available. The sale is available to mailing list members so if you want to shop the sale, get yourself registered pronto. You don’t have to be registered to make a purchase during the sale but it may speed up the process considering the limited stock on hand and the legions of fans ready to add another bag to their collection. The super popular weekender bags will be 30% off on special order only since they aren’t currently in stock. Click here to find out how to order it during the sale and for other tips and more information about the sale.

My picks are after the jump.
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Gossip Girl: Serena Van der Woodsen’s Burberry Prorsum The Mason Warrior Bag

Spotted: Serena van der Woodsen toting a metal studded bag from Burberry Prorsum called The Mason Warrior Bag. The metal studs look a bit hardcore for Serena’s sweet image. Perhaps it will come in handy when she eventually goes to battle with her arch-nemesis, Georgina Sparks. $3195 at Net-a-Porter.

Images via youknowyouloveme and Net-a-Porter

Gossip Girl: Blair Waldorf’s Valentino Couture Braided Tote

Still another must have handbag from Gossip Girl’s latest episode, “Desperately Seeking Serena”, is Blair Waldorf’s red braided tote. Although the style has been around for several months now, the Valentino Couture Braided Tote just looks hot in red, doesn’t it? It’s made of napa leather that is buttery soft. The woven details and braided handles are unique features that go well with the bugatti shape. Seeing all these gorgeous handbags in one show suddenly makes me rethink my recent handbag purchase. Ah, if only I’ve got an extra $1950 to spare!

Image Sources: CWTV.com, Neiman Marcus

Gossip Girl: Georgina Sparks’ Gucci Hysteria Python Bag

Georgina Sparks (portrayed by actress Michelle Trachtenberg) made her debut on Gossip Girl’s latest episode, “Desperately Seeking Serena”. She’s back to stir up trouble for reformed former bad girl Serena and it looks like she arrived with a deadly accessory on her arm. I just watched the episode last night and I couldn’t get my eyes of her black python bag. It fits Georgina’s snakey, er sneaky, personality.

But seriously, the bag is Gucci’s Hysteria Python bag. For someone who isn’t usually drawn to Gucci and python (snakeskin gives me the creeps), this bag is to die for! The bag’s shape is distinctive and comes with a hefty price tag of $3990. Neiman Marcus has already sold out of the style but if you must have it, Saks Fifth Avenue still carries it. And if you live in California (where python is banned) or prefer a non-snakeskin alternative, Gucci Hysteria also comes in black patent ($1790) and gun metal leather ($2150).

Images via CWTV.com and Saks.com.

Even Express Has Gotten on the Marni Balloon Bag Bandwagon

Stores like Forever 21 and Steve Madden love Marni’s balloon bag as evidenced in their own incarnations of it.

Even designer Cynthia Rowley has her own version. (For those of you keeping track, she was ahead of the copycat pack; her Deena Handbag was released last summer).

Don’t look know but Express has gotten on the bandwagon as well.

Which version do you prefer?

(Left to right, top to bottom: Marni, Cynthia Rowley, Steve Madden, Forever 21, Express)