Fall just couldn't get any hotter!

Well, Mrs. Minkoff has done it again! Just when I keep thinking I'm done buying more bags and I am content with my collection, Rebecca throws a bomb on me with another amazing hard to resist must have color. Newly released this month comes Purple Haze... a very true, deep dark purple with blue undertones. I have never been a "satchel" girl. As gorgeous as the Morning After Bag is, I have always turned it down for my love of hobos. Well, I got suckered back into this beauty, and found one that I couldn't resist. The Purple Haze 3-Zip Morning After Mini, also referred to as the MAM.

This gorgeous bag is back this Fall with a new twist! Just in this season comes amazing details... gunmetal hardware, zippers, tassels, distressed leather... what more could you ask for?? This bag is definitely very "busy" which has been the trend this year. First came studs, then came zippers, later to come will be grommets. Ofcourse, Rebecca Minkoff has been on top of it ALL.

"Haze" is the perfect name for this type of leather. It is slighty distressed and very hard to capture its true color; definitely a "haze" effect. This is definitely one you must see in person to appreciate.

Perfectly described by Rebecca Minkoff... "The highly-coveted original just got better: zipper accents adorn this rocker-chic Morning After Bag at every seam. Tassles bring fringe factor to the bag's edgy aesthetic"... I couldn't have summed it up any better myself. Purple Haze has been the huge rave this season, its selling out quick so don't miss your chance to get this while you can! Its currently available at Aster Alice in multiple styles; Darling, 3-Zip Morning After Mini and Morning After Clutch, 3-Zip Devote, and a few others! You can't go wrong with this color in any style! Don't forget to also purchase the perfect matching accessory, small zip wallet here ... And just incase you want to check them out.. Found these adorable studded Fergie heels to rock out with my MAM :)

Rebecca Minkoff... definitely a celebrity favorite as well! Check out Ashley Greene rocking a few Purple Haze bags and Agyness Dyne with her 3-Zip Morning After Bag...

My handbag collection is talking to me.

Recently I was approached by one of my purses, much to my surprise.

"The group has a request," it explained politely.

A request? The group? I confess that I was completely confused, not to mention surprised that my purse could talk.

"We think you need to branch out and buy something new," my handbag explained. "We've seen the way you look at the satchels. And frankly, none of us prefers to be hand carried. Sure, we'll do it in a pinch, but really you'd be doing us all a favor if you'd just buy something better suited to the purpose."

If you think I leaped at the suggestion, you're right.

I had been eyeing satchels lately. Particularly the Ignes Mini Gabrielle, which had caught my eye the first time I'd seen her. Stylish, unique, interesting, and somehow a blend of classy and practical.

Ignes bags are individually crafted in Uruguay and the company offers a variety of styles. The Gabrielle and it's Mini version are two of the most popular. The Mini Gabby, as it's affectionately called by some, measures 14 " L x 9.6 " H x 4" W. The bag zips closed at the top. Inside are 3 pockets that can fit a cell phone, sunglasses, or small notepad. The bag has 5 feet on the bottom and adorable side pockets that are perfect for stashing your keys and lipstick. But my favorite feature is the handles.

The Mini Gabrielle comes with both double braided handles for hand carrying (or holding in the crook of your elbow). I love the handles and I can't even begin to explain why they make holding this bag so fun; you're just going to have to take my word for it. The bag also comes with a detachable cross body strap with an adorable knot detail. It's ingenious, and I love the look.

The Mini Gabrielle intrigued me at first glance. The fine craftsmanship and the little details stole my heart the moment I took her out of her dustbag. This is one bag that fits so many situations and will never go out of style.

My daughter is very slender, which makes the bag appear bigger on her.

Treesje Hendrix

On my search for the perfect bag with just a hint of "rock-n-roll", I came across the Hendrix Hobo by Treesje. This bag definitely fits the bill. The leather is supple, while maintaining its shape, and the zippers add just enough bad girl vibe. It is a great size bag that can be held either over the shoulder or in your hand, and features very functional interior pockets. It also features a snap closure at the top that keeps your valuable from flying everywhere. Even though I am about to be a Mommy, this bag will allow me to keep some of that cool factor :)

Definitely snap up this bag while they last!!!

The perfect clutch

What if you could only have one bag? In my case, I think I’d choose the Morning After Clutch from Rebecca Minkoff. It is actually 3 bags in 1. It can be worn on the shoulder, messenger style, or with the chain removed as a hand-held clutch.

I admired this classy bag for months, but I admit I was hesitant to purchase one. I knew I loved the look, but I wasn’t sure if it would hold everything I needed. I carry a fairly large wallet, and often times a paperback novel, along with a notebook, cell phone, keys, lipstick, and gum. So I hemmed and hawed and kept putting off buying one until I fell in love with the steel leather at Aster Alice.

It’s a gorgeous, subtle, gunmetal grey, without a lot of bling; and I knew as soon as I saw it that I needed to act fast. I’m so glad I did! The photographs just don’t do it justice. This is a beautiful neutral bag that can go with jeans and a casual shirt, or even a little black dress. I think it’s one of Rebecca Minkoff’s best colors yet.

The Morning After Clutch measures 11" x 2" x 8" with a 21" drop. The interior features 1 zip pocket and 3 slip pockets, 2 of which are able to hold a cell phone. There is a zip pocket underneath the front flap on the exterior as well. I use mine to store receipts. The top of the bag closes with a zipper as well. The front of the bag sports either a dog leash-style or the new “signature hardware” closure, and there are metal feet on the bottom of the bag.

One of my favorite features is the removable tassels on the front and top zippers of the bag. Depending on which leather you choose you will have short tassels, long tassels, or none.

At the beginning of this review I told you I’d pick this one bag over any else, if (heaven forbid) I had to choose. Actually I think you will find you love this bag so much, and find it so versatile, that you won’t stop with just one!

Celebrities love the Morning After Clutch!

Buy the Morning After Clutch by Rebecca Minkoff at Asteralice.

A diaper bag that doesn't scream "baby!"

I have long believed that the right bag can take a woman from feeling frumpy to feeling fabulous in a matter of minutes. Case in point: Not Rational’s Hansel diaper bag.

After the birth of my 8th child, I felt like I could write a book on being frazzled. In keeping with my motto, I’ve owned an embarrassingly large number of diaper bags. While most of them did the job well, even fashionably, it wasn’t true love until I tried the Hansel diaper bag from Not Rational.

The first thing that you’ll notice about this bag is the luxurious leather. It’s no wonder that it’s a favorite among celebrities such as Christy Turlington, Christina Aguilera, Heidi Klum, and Jessica Alba. Even Tim Gunn loves it! The leather on my Hansel is soft, smooshy, and downright yummy. Alright, I haven’t tasted it yet, but the divine smell makes it hard not to.

The Hansel measures12.5” high x 16” wide x 5.5” deep. It comes with adjustable shoulder straps and an adjustable, detachable 37” messenger strap. Also included are a changing pad, baby bottle, and pacifier. The inside features 2 slip pockets, but the 5 outside pockets are my favorite feature. The front main pocket has magnetic snaps, and is the perfect size for stashing your phone and a small wallet. The four remaining pockets (two on front, two on back) are perfect for storing hand sanitizer, a water bottle, fruit snacks, or any number of small essential items. You can load this bag up and still have pockets to spare! The main compartment of the Hansel zips closed.

As far as favorite features go, a close runner up to the pockets are the small straps on either end of the bag. These can be looped through your key ring or pacifier clip, for easy access. No more digging through your bag to find your keys! They can also be unsnapped to make the interior roomier. I have been told these straps can even be snapped around some stroller handles to attach your Hansel for hands free carrying.

The Hansel diaper bag is such an amazing, beautiful bag that you won’t want to part with it when your baby is out of diapers. I love them so much I bought 3! I use one for daily outings, another for overnight trips, and keep another packed up with spare supplies in the car. This is one baby bag that will be with you long past the baby stage!

Rebecca Minkoff MAM

It was a child-on-Christmas-Day moment when I ripped open the box, tore through the tissue paper, and finally saw the Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini for the first time. I gingerly lifted the bag out of its box, removed the stuffing, slung it over my arm, and sought my reflection in the mirror. Even my sweats and t-shirt could not detract from the elegance of the soft leather, crisp lines, and classy hardware of the MAM. It was perfection.

That was several weeks ago and I’ve carried this bag every day since then. I have established a new love for the leather now that it has broken in nicely. It is soft and supple enough to look tasteful, whether carrying just the

essentials or stuffed to the gills with the kitchen sink. The interior pockets make it easy to organize and find things even when the bag is full. I love to carry the bag in the crook of my arm, or sling it over my shoulder, depending on how many shopping bags I have to carry. There is also a detachable cross-body strap that comes with the bag, for a quick hands-free adjustment.

Rebecca Minkoff brought back the longer, unfinished tassels on her MAMs this season and I, for one, and so glad she did. The removable tassels give this bag a versatile edge, making it easy to dress down or up. The first compliment I received on the bag was directed toward the tassels. They catch, and hold, every eye.

Rebecca Minkoff Matinee - Teal by Sofie

Rebecca Minkoff, has since the begining of this year become one of my favourite designers.
I have tried many different styles of her bags and liked them, but nothing has been taking my breath away as much at the Matinee.
When I saw it in TEAL on AA, I knew I've had to have it, so I preordered it. Full price! I never pay full price for my purses anymore, and I was in great doubt but this purse was worth every penny.
This is by far my favourite color. It's blue-green with a nice looking leather. It's distressed and delicate, yet so smooth and pretty. It fits perfectly over your shoulder, or in the crook of your arm and the long unfinished tassles just makes it outstanding. What also love about it, is all the pockets. It's so roomy and you can fit so much of your stuff in there. Very organized, wich I like.
You can't go wrong with this bag, this one has become one of my absolute favorites, and I don't think I will ever be able to part with it, because I know I won't ever be able to find a bag like this again.