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YSL Mombasa Collector, Handbag of the Day


The Mombasa Collector bag from Yves Saint Laurent is all about the bright florals mixed with a certain old fashioned vibe. Canvas with bold and colorful embroidery lend it a casual feminine feeling, and then the handle made of deer horn adds something else altogether that I can't quite put my finger on. It's a shoulder bag that's tall and thin (10" high but only 1.5" wide) so you better like digging as things might be a little hard to find if you like to tote a lot of stuff. I think this is one that could easily be in style for more than just a summer or two. $1795

Gallery: YSL Mombasa Collector

Coach Bleecker Leather Tooled Floral Large Duffle, Handbag of the Day


I warned everybody before that I was suddenly feeling springy and all about the florals, and today is no exception with the Coach Bleecker Leather Tooled Floral Large Duffle. It's got a classic feminine duffle shape but with an updated design of whimsical flowers that have a variety of different little designs in each petal (notice the Coach signature C!). It's neutral, which is always great, without coming off as plain, which is also great. Big enough to carry all your day-to-day essentials, I call this bag a spring must have. $798

Gallery: Coach Bleecker Leather Tooled Floral Large Duffle

Iannone Graphic Armoire

Michael Iannone's eco-friendly furniture makes use of reclaimed materials and simple modern design. The doors on this stunning armoire are made from Kirie, an engineered product constructed from reclaimed stalks of the Sorghum plant. The stalks are joined together using formaldehyde-free adhesive, creating a strong yet lightweight environmentally friendly substitute for wood.

The striking floral pattern is achieved with an overlay of gloss white laminate that is GREENGUARD certified. The cabinet itself is constructed from birch plywood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, ensuring that it comes from well-managed, sustainable forests.

Inside this gorgeous armoire are three adjustable shelves and two dovetailed drawers. The piece measures 70" high by 40" wide by 22" deep. In the hands of Iannone, green is beautiful. $3995.

Paul Smith Story

I love the bottle for the Paul Smith scent, Paul Smith Story. Shaped like a book, the bottle can stand upright or lie down flat. The vial is made of thick glass that "allow[s] the green glow of old apothecary bottles to shine through," giving it not only a distinctive look, but a sturdy feel. The idea behind the name is that they layered scent builds as you are exposed to it, starting with notes of grapefruit and bergamot, before progressing to jasmine and other florals. It is both romantic and provocative, a scent suitable for wearing both during the day and when going out. Price: £24.

Isabella Fiore Embroidered Floral Satchel, Handbag of the Day

Isabella Fiore went bold - very bold - with her collection of handbags for the fall. Instead of sticking with staid blacks, browns and earth tones, she used vibrant colors and prints to add interest to the pieces and make them stand out. The Embroidered Floral Satchel has a design that almost looks like a bouquet of flowers set in embossed brown leather. An elegant top handle, secured with gold rings, and a flap closure top off this bag. Think of it as carrying around a bit of spring throughout the darker days fall and winter, not to mention that the colors actually make the bag work for summer evenings, adding to its versatility. Price: $425.

Kate Spade Palma Jocelyn, Handbag of the Day

The Palma Jocelyn Clutch from Kate Spade is unique - and not just because of the unusually bright choice of fabric. The clutch has a fold-over design with a smooth leather handle accented by Spade's signature gold studs. The opening of the clutch is secured with a zipper, making it quite secure, and it could even be carried as a small handbag instead of solely used as a clutch. Getting back to the print, the cotton-twill fabric has a tropics-inspired color scheme that really makes a big statement for a relatively small, slim bag (7 x 11-in). Price: $165.

Miu Miu Peony Wedges

Another fun summer shoe, Miu Miu's Peony Wedges are similar in concept to the Coach Mattie Wedges. Just like the Coach pair, these wedges have a floral pattern to add interest to their 5-inch platform heels, though the earthy tones of the peonies are considerably more demure than the bright blooms of the other pair. The soft tan-colored leather straps will hold the sandals securely in place during all summer activities, and they fasten with a gold buckle. Price: $395.

 

 

Coach Mattie Wedge Sandal

These ultra-summery Mattie Wedge Sandals are just waiting to go to the beach or strut down the boardwalk. I love how Coach used an applique technique to print fun, seasonal images on the sides of these, and the straw heel gives them just the right look for casual, daytime wear. The 4 1/2-inch high heel is not too high, considering what skyscrapers some of this season's shoes are, and the platform base adds plenty of stability. The cutest thing about them is the bee detailing on the leather thong. Pick up the matching wristlet to put the look together. Price: $158.

Dior Large Wicker Bag

The Large Wicker Bag is one of the must-have bags for spring. This sweet, woven bag from Dior is made of natural wicker and adorned with colorful raffia flowers. The natural fibers give it a casual edge, while the soft pink leather straps and Dior-detailing, including a fully-lined interior and Dior-engraved silver metal studs, make it luxurious. It is great for pairing with a white spring sundress during the day, or just for accessorizing jeans. Price: $995.

Using the Fragrance Finder

After finding a forgotten bottle of body spray in the bottom of a long-unused suitcase, I popped open the lid to check out the scent. Not only did it bring back memories of the the beach, the harbor and good friends - it was from a trip to Sydney - but it smelled wonderful. It was fresh and flowery, with definite fruity overtones. Very feminine and very springy.

I'll be the first to admit that this bottle of Evoke Surf Chic body spray was a drugstore purchase, probably bought out of necessity at the time, but I was glad to have found it. The problem was that I didn't know how to get more. A brief search turned up no sites that would ship overseas to the US, though the company still makes it. I wrote down all the fragrance notes and, in the hope of finding something similar, I turned to Sephora's Fragrance Finder.

Floral was my first selection, followed by floral, again. Looking at the options on the very first page, I was completely astounded to find that Yves St Laurent's Baby Doll perfume contains the exact same fragrance notes. I drove out to the nearest Sephora to compare the scents and, except for the slightly more alcoholic note of the perfume, it was nearly identical. Twenty minutes later, I was home and reliving the memories of a great trip via my new perfume. Price, 1.6-oz.: $54.

 

Etro Western Floral Pony Satchel

Western is hot, especially when it comes to shoes and handbags. Bags with buckles are still at the top of the fashionista's must-have list, though, so the fusion of the two trends would create the perfect bag. At least, that's what the designers at Etro were telling themselves. They have a penchant for pushing the limits of design, so it is no surprise that they came up with the Western Floral Pony Satchel. The busy bag is soft brown snakeskin leather, glazed red in spots and embossed with flowers, trimmed with a spotted pony pattern. It is adorned with antiqued silver spurs, studs and buckles, accented with yellow leather ribbons and has a purple satin interior. I can't make up my mind as to whether I love it or hate it, but I definitely can't tear my eyes away. Price: $1,450.

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