Art Ad - Women and Bags

I love illustrations and... bags... so it was only natural to play around with these two. At first I did it because I was really bored and couldn't sleep, but I think its really cute! The illustrations are not done by me, each illustrator is credited for their amazing work, and the bags.. well lets just say one of them will be coming home before the end of this year... :)

Illustration by Debra Cartwright 

Bag - Prada

Tessuto & Saffiano Bicolor Shoulder Bag

Illustration by Nathalie Jomard

Bag - Saint Laurent

Monogramme Baby leather-trimmed crocheted shoulder bag

Illustration by Russell Del Socorro

Bag - Patricia Chang

Donut Cross Body Bag

Illustration by Inslee Fariss

Bag - Chloé

Drew Nano Leather Saddle Bag, Gold

Illustration by Debra Cartwright 

Bag - Alaïa

Vienne laser-cut leather bucket bag

Which one is your favorite ?? I think I love each one equally :) 

10 Trendy Crossbody Bags Under $100

There are some things you don't really need but you just want it, and ultimately, you just go for it!
Below are 10 guilty free bags under $100. Some of which I have and I can attest to their quality :)

Ann Taylor - Suede Cross-body Bag -  On sale for $35.95 /Original Price - $118. 

I bought the black of this and it is just so so nice! I love it! I bought it when Ann Taylor was having their 60% off sales.

ModCloth - Lovely and Lush Bag - $29.90

HOW CUTE is this?!!! 

Sole Society - Mini faux leather messenger bag - $49.95

This bag is made with faux leather and the design is ver reminiscent of Mulberry's Alexa Mini Convertible Satchel. 

Ann Taylor - Essex Camera Bag - On sale now for $53.95

It reminded me of the Soho Disco Gucci bag, only this is Suede.

Zara - Bucket Bag with Details - $49.90

This also reminded me of the always sold out Mansur Gavriel bucket bags. If you are tired of getting sold out just 10 mins after they are online, save yourself the heart break, and buy this. It's easier on the wallet too! 

Zara - Oval Messenger Bag - $39.90

A Chloe drew lookalike. I love the Chloe bag, and as an alternative, you can get the lower priced one at Zara! 

Forever21 - Faux Leather Envelope Cross-body Bag-  $22.90

I just love how simple and classic it looks. 

Zara - Messenger Bag with Chain - $25.90

Guys, Zara is just killing it with the cross body bags! 

Nordstrom - BP Quilted Crossbody Bag - $36.00

The size looks very good. 

Nasty Gal x Nila Anthony  - Wild West Suede Bag - $58

I love the design on this, especially the gold ring at the top used for the straps. The detailing is really nice! 

Bonus bag - My youngest sister just got this in the mail and it is the CUTEST thing ever! 

Francesca's - Limon Crossbody Bag - on sale for $24.98

10 Perfect Work Bags

Before I started working in the "corporate world", I made my sister buy a Zara office bag for me and I am soo happy I did that! Although it was pricey I've used it more than what I invested (using the a dollar a day technique :) ) I've used the bag for over a year now and It still has its "Office Woman" appeal! Here are 10 bags that I would/and have invested in especially if you have a bulky office Laptop like I do -

H&M Handbag in Burgundy
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Add some color to your black and brown bag collection! This will look amazing in ANYTHING!

Everlane The Twill Zip Tote
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This tote is simple and doesn't attract too much attention. It is also very good quality for the price

Zara Leather Shopper Bag

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Zara is one of my favorite stores to shop for bags, majority of my bags are from Zara and they never disappoint!

H&M Gray Handbag
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Another fun color! It's very calm and cool,  and would go with any outfit, from very colorful to a normal black suit

Everlane The Twill Snap Backpack in Bright Navy

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Shocking!! Backpacks ?! Yes Ladies! There are some of us (including I ) who are seriously giving this a second thought.. It's very nice, and won't kill your shoulders especially if you have a very heavy laptop. I will say use this as well as a little shoulder bag like this to keep all your valuables and phone. It's not like you are presenting in it ?! Or... you could just buy this for your bf, husband or kid! (and borrow it)

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