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Judith Leiber Crystal-Embellished Satin Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Judith Leiber might be best known for her highly detailed and super-blinged out miniaudieres but here she's created a downright simple evening bag in basic black satin with only a few clear crystal embellishments, arranged in an architectural pattern on the front flap. Pair that with a detachable silver chain-link shoulder strap and the Crystal Embellished Satin Clutch has just enough sparkle to draw the eye but not enough to worry about seeming gaudy or overdone. It closes via magnetic press-stud fastening and is lined in pretty purple satin. $1,395

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Judith Leiber Wildcat Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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It's another "love it or hate it" animal-inspired clutch by Judith Leiber, this time a gracefully crouching leopard covered from head to toe in hand-placed Swarovski crystals. Not a bag you can carry with just anything, this Wildcat Crystal-Embellished Clutch is probably best when left to shine and paired with all black, like a LBD. The few surfaces that aren't crystallized are goldtone hardware, including the push-clasp fastening and chain handle that can be hidden inside for true clutch fashion. It has leopard paws engraved on the base, gold leather lining the interior, and comes with a miniature designer-engraved vanity. $5,495

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Judith Leiber To Sell Bags to Benefit The Wildlife Conservation Society

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Judith Leiber to sell bags to benefit the Wildlife Conservation Society

On Wednesday May 5, Judith Leiber will host a cocktail reception from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at its flagship Manhattan store at 680 Madison Avenue in honor of the Wildlife Conservation Society.

A highlight of the event is the rare opportunity to purchase a Judith Leiber bag for only $100. Judith Leiber will sell 100 bags for $100 each with all of the proceeds going to the Wildlife Conservation Society, which does global wildlife conservation work in addition to operating the Bronx Zoo, the Central Park Zoo, the New York Aquarium, the Prospect Park Zoo, and the Queens Zoo.

Judith Leiber is an American luxury brand synonymous with elegance, style, and sophistication. Each product is created with meticulous attention to detail and flawless hand-craftsmanship. The company's products are on the cutting edge of high fashion, but are timeless classics at the same time. In addition to designing handbags and minaudieres, the company also produces eye wear, fur, and cashmere accessories.

Gallery: Judith Leiber's Spring Collection 2010

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Judith Leiber Enchanted Stardust Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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This Judith Leiber creation, the Enchanted Stardust Clutch, is kind of a mix between her bold and whimsical miniaudiére designs and her more classic (but just as sparkly) clutches. It's a little crystal-covered bird perched on a big nest made of black satin and silver sequins and it would go wonderfully with your favorite LBD or almost any other evening ensemble. Kiss-lock closure and silver hardware round out the features on this simple but elegant clutch that measures only 4" x 8.25" x 3.75". $1,995

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Judith Leiber Python Sevilla Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Judith Leiber Python Sevilla Clutch Handbag

Here's a pretty, non-crystallized bag from Judith Leiber's Spring 2010 collection, the Seville Clutch in pretty lavender python. Hand-dyed leather is folded into a slightly pouchy trapezoidal shape and finished with a silver-plated clasp on the top. Satin lining, optional coiled top strap, and of course it comes packaged carefully in a box and signature bag. What a beautifully stylish way to carry a bit of spring with you where ever you go -- plus it's a design that you can use all summer and should stay relevant for seasons/years to come. $1,995

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Judith Leiber Streamline Frosted Lucite Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Judith Leiber Streamline Frosted Lucite Clutch Handbag

Ther are different approaches to dealing with the dead of winter when it comes to your wardrobe, you can go the rebellious route and seek out bright colors and floral prints or you can embrace the essence of season and go for pieces that evoke snow and ice and frosty beauty.

This Streamline Frosted Lucite Clutch by Judith Leiber clearly falls into the latter of those two categories. This hard-box style clutch is all white with transparent crystal embellishments and silvertone hardware. Push-lock top closure, a shoulder chain that can be hidden inside, and an included miniature vanity mirror round out the features on this handbag fit for a winter queen. $2,595

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Judith Leiber Package Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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What better handbag to feature on Christmas Day than one that looks like a glimmery, glitzy present? Of course you won't be surprised that it's a Judith Leiber, a beautiful hand-painted and crystal-paved Package Clutch. Silver and gold crystals adorn the outside, including the bow detail front and center, plus it has a goldtone chain handle that can easily be concealed in the golden leather interior. And, just because it's always nice to get a little something extra, it also comes with a little golden vanity mirror tucked inside. $3,995

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Judith Leiber Beehive Minaudiere, Handbag of the Day

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The Judith Leiber Beehive Minaudiere is a stunning addition to any minaudiere collection.

This pretty, golden bag is just 4 3/4"H x 4 1/4"L x 4 1/4"D, and as you can see, it looks glamorous and fanciful at the wrist. The bag's beautiful pattern is meticulously created with gold, jet, and other multicolored Austrian crystals, giving it a sparkling texture reminiscent of honeycombs.

As if the suggestion of honeycombs isn't enough, there's also a matching Honeycomb Pillbox for $695.00, which would be a shame to pass up. Place it inside, and you have the makings of a Faberge Egg-style surprise -- a truly exceptional holiday gift.

The Judith Leiber Beehive Minaudiere is available from Neiman Marcus for $5,295.00, or $5,990 with the matching pill box.

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Judith Leiber Disco Ball Minaudiere, Handbag of the Day

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The Judith Leiber Disco Ball Minaudiere is so discothèque-fabulous, we can hardly find the words.

Firstly, and most obviously, it's a disco ball. Judith Leiber has a habit of making minaudieres in interesting shapes, and this Italian-made 3 1/2"H x 3 1/2"W x 3 1/2"D sparkler may be our favorite one yet.

Covered in crystal rhinestones, this tiny case distributes light just about as well as any disco ball hanging from the ceiling, and will cause every kindred spirit in the room to search for the source of the glimmers and take notice of you. We also love the sexy tassel, which we think should be made a standard feature on all disco balls.

With this kind of opulence, you almost can't go wrong, but we'd especially love to see it paired with a white gown with silver and crystal detailing, a little black dress, or a pale cocktail number to emphasize the pretty crystals without making them look vulgar -- or too "retro."

The Judith Leiber Disco Ball Minaudiere is available from Neiman Marcus for $2,495.00.

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Beverly Sills Estate to be Sold at Doyle New York

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On October 7th, Doyle New York will offer at auction the Estate of Beverly Sills.

One of the world's greatest coloratura sopranos, Beverly Sills' diverse collection comprises over 460 lots of fine art, furniture, decorations, jewelry, handbags, photographs, costume designs and opera memorabilia from her home overlooking New York's Central Park.

A variety of costume designs and memorabilia will be offered, including a design by Nikolai Alexandrovich Benois for Sills as Pamira in Rossini's "L'assedio de Corinto". The pastel on paper piece has an estimate of $1,500 to $2,500. Another drawing up for auction is by Jose Varona of a costume design for Sills as Cleopatra in Handel's "Giulio Cesare". The pencil, colored pencil, watercolor, ink wash and gouache on paper drawing has an estimate of $600 to $800.

Several Emmy Awards won by Sills will also be up for auction, including the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Emmy won by Sills for Outstanding Classical Music Program for 1974-1975. The lot also includes a New York Area Emmy Award for Outstanding Informational Program in 1976-1977 and three Emmy Honorary or Nomination plaques presented to Sills. Sold as a single lot, it has an estimate of $1,000 to $1,500.

Art lots include a pencil on paper drawing by Fernando Botero, a Colombian artist, which has an estimate of $20,000 to $30,000. There's also an oil on panel painting by Beryl Cook, a British artist, with an estimate of $12,000 to $18,000.

Handbag collectors will be impressed by the large selection of Judith Leiber evening bags, including clutches, shoulder bags and minaudieres.

The public is invited to the exhibition on view from Friday, October 2 through Tuesday, October 6. Doyle New York is located at 175 East 87th Street in Manhattan.

Born in Brooklyn, Beverly Sills was catapulted into international stardom singing Cleopatra in New York City Opera's landmark 1966 production of Handel's Julius Caesar. Acknowledged as "America's Queen of Opera," she appeared on the cover of Newsweek in 1969 and Time in 1971, and traveled to the world's leading opera houses as an ambassador for American talent. In 1975, she made a triumphal Metropolitan Opera debut as Pamira in Rossini's The Siege of Corinth, receiving an 18-minute ovation. Retiring from singing, she became Director of the New York City Opera (1979-1989), then Chairman of Lincoln Center (1994-2002), and finally Chairman of the Metropolitan Opera (2002-2005).

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Judith Leiber Versailles Box Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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The Judith Leiber Versailles Box Clutch is a simple minaudiere with an elegant patten which complements almost any accoutrement.

At just 3 3/4"H x 5 1/2"W x 2"D, this isn't exactly the bag for your day job, but it will look lavish and ritzy with any cocktail dress or ball gown for your evening engagements. Drawing inspiration from Versailles, the scroll motif is opulent and glamorous, and shamelessly showy -- but so small it won't take over an outfit.

The Austrian crystals are gold and clear, but this season, it's all right to mix your golds and silvers so this will even go with your fanciest platinum jewelry. This is more than a financial and fashionable investment -- it's the kind of bag your teenage grandchildren will want to steal from you someday.

The Judith Leiber Versailles Box Clutch is available from Neiman Marcus for $3,395.00.

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Judith Leiber Pigtail Minaudiere, Handbag (?) of the Day

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Judith Leiber's Pigtail Minaudiere has us scratching our heads.

This expensive little piggy is a minaudiere clutch made from Austrian crystals and lined in kidskin. At just 4 1/2"H x 3 1/2"W, it's so small, you might not even notice the detailed shading done with the crystals. Truly, the piece is an example of masterful workmanship -- but would you carry a pig with you to the gala?

The piglet comes with a 50" detachable gold chain, a matching coin purse and a double-sided mirror. It's a fanciful item which just barely beat out Jinx the Cat for this Handbag of the Day slot. Why? Because everyone has a cat, but only the elite like George Clooney have a pig (actually, famous Max the pig died in 2006).

So, tell people it was made in Max's image and ... oh forget it. I'm exhausted trying to justify a 4 1/2" Austrian crystal pig as a viable handbag. This is perhaps for collectors only, but we applaud Leiber's creativity. What will she think of next?

The Judith Leiber Pigtail Minaudiere is available from Neiman Marcus for $3,600. (and so is Jinx the Cat).

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Damask Curved Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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Pretty, glitzy, and a little mesmerizing if you stare at it too long, the Damask Curved Clutch by Judith Leiber is another one of her creations that indulges to the max in Austrian crystals. Leaves and a floral pattern are created in simple indigo blue and white (well, clear actually), with silver hardware and a push-button closure on the very top of the dome-shaped clutch. In Leiber's usual fashion this is a very small bag, measuring only 4 1/2" x 5 3/4" x 2 1/2", but it's so flashy if it was any bigger it would be bordering on obnoxious. $3,795

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Judith Leiber's Latest in Sparkling Pillboxes

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Judith Leiber has a variety of styles but one of the most notable is her penchant for cutesy objects and animals in crystal-covered handbag and pillbox form. Although the little miniaudieres are certainly unique and beautiful, it can be difficult for some women to imagine themselves carrying around a large sparkling animal or baked good (cupcake purse anyone?) as a handbag to a party. Nicely, if you like the look but aren't really looking to commit yourself completely why not go for a smaller (but just as appealing) option? Judith Leiber pillboxes are available in every shape from a bright red heart to a little dog and (my personal favorite) a "Prince Charming" toad. See the gallery below (or judithleiber.com) and feel free share your favorites in the comments.

Gallery: Pretty Judith Leiber Pillboxes

Ceylon Floral Egg Pillbox by Judith Leiber

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Judith Leiber's Shimmering Python Clutch, Handbag of the Day

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There is something so fantastic about an indigo hued bag with iridescent inklings. Then again I have dubbed this the 'year of purple' for my own wardrobe. The Shimmering Python Clutch from Judith Lieber is just one of the many handbags Bergdorf Goodman has tapped for their Fall Collection already available online. The flap top is closed by a tortoise shell ornament which gives it a glamorous yet earthy element balancing the rest of the glow. Available for $1,695 -- although strangely enough the python is not available in California...what is the story there? (4 1/4" x 8" x 1 1/2")

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