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Daphne Guinness Auction, Fashion For A Good Cause

Daphne Guiness,socialite and couture collector, has decided to jump on the bandwagon and perform her own spring cleaning in her closet -- except she is auctioning her unused and unwanted items to support the Womankind charity which benefits women in developing countries. The auction of such pieces from Chanel, Versace and Alexander McQueen happens today at 2 pm with Kerry Taylor Auction House in London. For those of us who can't make the lightning-speed trip over the pond, you can also bid via eBay. A typical lot of shoes may include four or more styles from Jimmy Choo, Yves Saint Laurent or Prada and will range from $80 to $400. There are also Marni coats and a Lanvin shredded ribbon dress. Although you have to be a size 37 shoe (that's in UK sizing) you don't have to fit into the gorgeous handbags, hats or accessories.

Gallery: Daphne Guinness Auction

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W Magazine Gives Away 'It' Bags

by Laura Malesich (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Handbags, Events

W Magazine has just launched their website so to celebrate they have joined up with Saks Fifth Avenue to offer one lucky contestant the opportunity to win four "It" bags worth $11,000! Here are the fabulous handbags that are certainly worth winning:

Chloe Bay Patent Hobo Bag
Marc Jacob's Lace Robert Bag
Dior "Babe" Python East/West Frame Bag
Jimmy Choo "Pilar" Clutch with Face Design

You can choose between subscribing to the magazine or just entering the contest, but I think they sound like a great combination.

[via What's Haute]

Gallery: W Magazine & Saks Fifth Avenue Giveaway "It" Bags

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Jimmy Choo Alex Suede Shoulder Bag, Handbag of the Day

by Sandy Maple (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Handbags

Soft black suede trimmed in exotic watersnake, this is a bag you need to see in person to fully appreciate. It is soft and slouchy, but gets a bit of structure from the gold-tone frame that wraps around the edge. Slim strappy details on the bottom and top mimic the double 7" drop shoulder straps and rows of tonal top stitching outline the top edge. With gold tone accents all around, the bag features suede lining and two interior zipper pockets. $1975.

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