A few of my favorites from oktak (which are a little kinder on the wallet - stock up!)...

I actually picked up two for upcoming friends' birthday presents - such fun and personal gifts!  (Tip: while the oktak shop owner is out of town, all orders are discounted!  She also has a website of additional items, including cute baby items!)

But...these next few from redrubyrose are absolutely divine...I'm trying to think up half a dozen reasons to tell my husband to convince him why I deserve one!

(Can I get the silk starburst fabric for a pillow in my bedroom, please?!)

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FENDI Spring 2008: a modern take on the classic baguette,

with an oversize shape featuring bright colours and patterns.

CHANEL Spring 2008:  slouchy carry-alls

with glitzy sequins and bold chain detailing.

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I made them and uploaded them yesterday and already my two favourite ones are gone.  (the all silver ones) I think that I will have to make more.  Obviously they are all one-of-a-kinds so they shall not be exactly the same.  But I think that they are perfect for a night out with a black outfit or dress.  What do you think? Would you wear something like this?
  

Also I think that the cords instead of bracelets for the wristlets might be something that I will make more often, as they fit any sized hands. So keep popping around to the site or contact me directly if you would like one of these too.

Also is there anything that you would like to see on my site? Any particular colours??? Any particular styles or shapes? Let me know suggestions or comments are always great.

Okay, obviously, I'm a consumer and shopaholic, but paying $6,000 for a bag is RIDICULOUS!  Even if it WAS retailing for $16,000.  Who has $16,000 to spend on ONE bag?  It's a BAG.  You can buy a CAR with $16,000.

There's a limit to which a rational human being shouldn't ever cross for luxury goods.  I understand if the bag had Picasso's last work grafted onto the leather or something but not for the sake of artificial exclusivity.  I don't care if some designer only made 6 of them and recently died of a tragic suicide after being scorned by her lover (I made the last part up).  It's not worth it.

Yes, I'm fully aware that this is just my opinion, and some people thought I was nuts to spend $500 for the Asian version of the LG Chocolate (it's prettier/sleeker/unlocked) or $650 on the iPhone last year.  Yes, I realize that according to Save the Children, I could have sponsored 4.5 kids for a year (or 1kid for 4.5 years- which makes more sense than sponsoring half a child).  But even with different opinions, I'd like to believe that anything over $5,000 for a bag is beyond rational comprehension for most people.  In fact, I'd say more than half of the US population (because I don't feel like setting a global consumer price index) would agree that $500 is too much. The only exceptions I can think of are 1) for fine art- yes, it's subjective, but fine art is not a bag you carry around every day; 2) for the 2% of the population who are billionaires times over.

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Read the description for the bag above:

Live For Vivier!

Authentic Roger Vivier Limited-Edition Handbag—ONLY 6 WERE MADE! Comprised of a green alligator, this heavenly handbag also features golden metal logo engraved hardware, three exterior zippered pockets, Lampo zippers, and bucket style tote shape.Fully lined with smooth brown leather and sports one interior zippered pocket. Originally retailed for $16,000 and priced at $5995. Box & dustbag not included.

Or take this bag for instance.  I thought the company put an extra "0" at the end of the original price. Then, I realized that this Jimmy Choo alligator bag really IS going for $5,500 and was originally $14,000.

Wow.

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P.S.  This is the conversation I just had:

Boy: stop buying stufffff

Me: whyeeee??  it makes me happy

I'm so going to hell...

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Each piece oozes luxury, elegance and haute couture-ness with the type of material and detail used, but they are all still very wearable. The collection itself consists of very winter colours, with a few pastels thrown in to break things up. Throughout the whole collection, there is a very consistent flow of masculine pieces but with very feminine cuts. There is definitely something for everybody from the structured suits, fitted dresses to floaty gowns, it certainly is an impressive collection.

It's interesting to see that the bow trend seems to continue onto next season, so hold onto any current bow pieces you have, because no doubt you will still be wanting to wear them! As for accessories, i love the use of pearls and gemstones....very classic and almost romantic! I also give a big thumbs up to the clutch bags/boxes, and the oversized clutches which give me more of an excuse to go out and buy one!

The more i look at these pieces the more i love them. Beautiful tailoring, gorgeous accessories and very wearable. It's smart, sophisticated, powerful yet soft and feminine. Here are a few of my favourites....

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 Indian Rose x

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