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When I first started PurseBlog, I was super into Louis Vuitton. I remember getting my name on the list and securing a few sought after bags, …

Celebrity bag collections are almost addictive to look at. The mixture of private wealth and paparazzi interest makes for incredible …

You don't have to watch many episodes of Top Chef to notice that Padma Lakshmi is extremely polished. That might be an understatement: she's …

There are plenty of legitimate ways to celebrate a new season, but over the past couple years, it seems like handbag brands have come to a …

It was just last June that we reported to you about a new high in handbag resale prices: Christie's Hong Kong had just sold a pink crocodile …

When people think of Louis Vuitton bags, they usually think of either the brand's ubiquitous brown and beige monogram, or maybe one of its …

We've spent a lot of time in the PurseBlog offices talking about adding videos to the site. I'm not one that really likes to be in front of …

I was planning on sharing my must-have spring pieces with you today, but I got behind on work, so instead, I'm sharing two items I want in …

The weather is gradually creeping up to sixty degrees Fahrenheit in most parts of the country, so you know what that means: time to bust out …

Our Ultimate Bag Guides series is where we highlight all the need-to-know information (prices, size comparisons, colors and availability, …

When Stuart Vevers transformed a portion of NYC's iconic High Line for the Coach Spring 2016 show, I knew we were in for something special. …

There are certain bags that immediately catch your eye and are identifiable as particular designer off the bat. To accomplish that, some …

During his 16-year tenure at the helm of Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs tended to experiment with prints in a few specific ways; either he went …

If I told you that Hermès is offering an $11,500 one-of-a-kind piece that even hardcore Birkin addicts are having trouble justifying, would …

Revamping a brand is no small or simple task, but Coach's Stuart Vevers has one important thing on his side: history. Coach is celebrating …

All four global fashion weeks have distinct strengths and weaknesses, and high-end bags is always one of New York's. We're a city that …

If you're not done mourning Raf Simson' decision to leave Dior (I'm not, still, and I might never be), take heart: there's still a little …

Yesterday, someone asked me what I thought about the new crop of Louis Vuitton bags from the brand's Fall 2016 runway, and the first thing …

If you've been thinking about getting a new Chanel handbag, you're in luck; if you've been thinking about getting a new Chanel suitcase, …

Prada is a brand built on thoroughly modern ideas of femininity and it always has been; Miuccia Prada was thinking about "the modern woman" …

Sometimes I can't help but marvel at how quickly Alessandro Michele has taken Gucci and remade it in his image. In the span of only a couple …

Waiting list or not, it can still be super tricky to get the Hermès Birkin of your dreams. If you walk into an Hermès store, anyone can buy …

Based on the comments many of you left on our posts about Coach's Pre-Fall 2016 and Fall 2016 collections (and based on how quickly the …

Now that he has a couple seasons under his belt, Stuart Vevers's Coach has taken a clear shape. Although the designer is from England, his …

We reported last year that Louis Vuitton and Gucci were leading a monogram comeback, and that continues to be the case. Gucci is probably …

If you're looking to kick off your Spring 2016 wardrobe in one of the most luxurious (and expensive) ways possible, Moda Operandi is here to …

There was a time when I loved Miu Miu bags even more than Prada, and you could spot the bags being carried all over the place. The brand's …

Satisfying a thriving interest in monogram products while courting higher-end consumers with more expensive and exclusive leather options is …

Coach has been on point for a few seasons now. With Stuart Vevers at the helm, there's been a shift and that change has helped the brand …

A couple months ago, we brought you news of Louis Vuitton's most expensive women's bag ever, but the brand has already eclipsed itself …

Chanel isn't sending its full Spring 2016 collection to boutiques until March, but until then, the brand has released a healthy selection of …

As we reported back in October, Raf Simons has left Dior; his Spring 2016 collection was the last as the brand's short-lived but wildly …

When it comes to bags, the Prada Double Saffiano Cuir Bag is easily one of the most recognizable out there. It's very elegant, timeless and …

I found myself in the camp of people who love the Prada Inside Bag, though many of you still weren't sure this bag would take. Love it or …

Gucci is a brand that's more energetic than we've seen in years. Its handbags are playful while still maintaining a sophisticated structure …

"Investment" is a word that gets thrown around a lot when it comes to luxury fashion, but when it comes to actual, annual increases in …

It's been a while since the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2016 collection was shown. When the bags hit the online store, we updated you on the entire …

Louis Vuitton is the most powerful luxury brand in the world, so of course its ad campaigns are always season-leading blockbusters. This …

Last January, Hermès increased prices in the US market, so we've been on the lookout for information on a potential 2016 increase. As of …

Believe it or not, I get sick of looking at both Hermès Birkins and Kardashian-Jenners occasionally. Not because I dislike either of …

Vlad and I were planning a trip to NYC this week, but after a freak accident last weekend (I tripped over uneven sidewalk while walking the …

Considering the relatively short amount of time Alessandro Michele has been at Gucci's creative helm, it's incredible how quickly he has …

Taking a brand that's fallen out of favor and making it cool again is among the hardest things to do in fashion, but if I'd trust anyone to …

2015 was a huge year for Gucci. Alessandro Michele took over as creative director, and in his short time at the helm of the brand, he's …

Coach's evolution under creative director Stuart Vevers has been a topic of interest around the PurseBlog offices since he arrived at the …

If you're trying to get a piece of Raf Simons's Dior before the celebrated designer's successor takes the reigns at the stores French house, …

We've already brought you a detailed look at Louis Vuitton's brand new City Steamer (not to mention its extremely expensive crocodile …

I love a good bag collection, and the young Jenner sisters both have quite the extensive closet. I fell hard for Kylie Jenner's Chanel …

During my most recent perusal of Louis Vuitton's new arrivals on the brand's website, I came across something that shocked even me: a …

The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show was a couple weekends ago, and since Fort Lauderdale calls itself the "Yachting Capital of the …

Model and Beautiful Rich Young Person Gigi Hadid walked in her very first Victoria's Secret runway show last week, and the week before that, …

From the moment Stuart Vevers took the helm at Coach as the new creative director, there was an immediate impact. I've loved seeing the …

First Chanel moved into online sales with its sunglasses, and following in its footsteps is Dior, one of the last premier-luxury brands to …

Everyone has different patterns when it comes to shopping for and carrying bags; some people are brand-loyal, while others tend toward …

Although sales are slowing in the long-booming Asian luxury market, it probably won't surprise bag lovers to hear that Hermès continues to …

We were never able to snag any runway detail shots of Chanel's Cruise 2016 show in Seoul, so our anticipation for the brand to release the …

By now, you've likely all heard that Raf Simons has chosen to step down from his creative director spot at Dior, and while LVMH will …

If you've been awaiting the arrival of the Louis Vuitton City Steamer Bag, which debuted on the brand's Cruise 2016 runway in Palm Springs, …

After our post Monday on Chanel's new refurbishment and refinishing policy for its bags, readers had a lot of comments, concerns and …

Even if you don't live in one of the few global fashion capitals where going to sample sales is a viable thing to do with your free time, …

When you think of fashion brands making waves at the moment, Gucci immediately comes to mind, and not just for me. Creative director …

It hardly seems like it should be time to think about Resort 2016 bags, but pre-orders are starting to pop up here and there, as well as the …

One of my favorite aspects about handbags is the ease in which a bag can transition from outfit to outfit. You can own a few great bags and …

From the moment I saw the Prada Inside Bag hit the runway, I was drawn to it. I was excited to share detailed images of the bag with you all …

This week, as we gear up to celebrate National Handbag Day, we want to share some of our favorite stories that involve bags. When I've …

Louis Vuitton is, by necessity, a show full of handbags every season. Creative director Nicolas Ghesquiere does far more that's just as …

When you think of Chanel, the Classic Flap and timeless appeal comes to mind. We've shared 10 reasons to own a Chanel Flap and have a …

Last season's runway debut of the Prada Inside Bag was the brand's biggest bag launch in recent memory, and based on the handbags in tow at …

Alessandro Michele's previous Gucci show may have been relatively light on handbags, but based on the brand's Spring 2016 runway in Milan …

Once September hits, brands begin to prep for the holidays, which means the major shopping season is upon us. It also means Louis Vuitton …

Alessandro Michele was promoted from head accessories designer to creative director at Gucci just before the Fall 2015 collection was set to …

Yesterday, Coach celebrated 75 years of craftsmanship with its first-ever runway show in NYC. It felt only right that Coach, a brand that …

As I've said in this space time and again, I'm usually not one who has trouble being decisive, especially when it comes to whether or not I …

At the end of July, actress Jane Birkin announced that she wanted the iconic Hermès bag she inspired renamed until the brand improved its …

Comparing an Hermès bag to that of almost any other brand isn't fair under normal circumstances; when you do it with a contemporary design …