Pamela Pekerman's Fall 2008 Handbag Trends For Less on AOL's Stylelist.com: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Three postings in one day - quite a lot for me. Must be the crisp fall air that has given me a BURST of energy (or maybe it's that nice kiss I just got for from my fiance!) In any event, in case you missed it, take a look at my Fall Handbag Trends For Less report for AOL's Stylelist.com. I'm their go-to-gal for all things bags. Right now I'm wrapping up a celeb handbag story focusing on great work/day bags. And, yes, it will be for less. It's all about recession happy prices because even during these hard times we still want to look good and be in vogue.

(above image: Oscar de la Renta Curzon alligator clutch, $9,950)

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Bag Expert Pamela Pekerman on HSN October 22 11pm-11:59pm w Elite Models Handbags: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

I'm excited to announce that this coming Wednesday, October 22nd, I'll be back on HSN, The Home Shopping Network, to chat up fall and holiday trends. This time, I'll be focusing on Elite Models' Handbags, It's an hour show with me. I'll be talking about current trends and Elite Model's Handbags. There will be lots of bags - satchels, hobos, shoulder bags, clutches and more all at recession-friendly prices - translation under $75.

My top three favorites from the hour are:
1)

The faux croco-embossed clutch in red - they call it red, but it's really a berrylicious mix of colors. The color also comes in silver and black. This is a great holiday gift for just $29.

2)

The slouchy hobo with toggle in grey. I like the hardware detailing and how the silver-grey. There's the security of a zipper opening - a must for my work bag! Finally, the shoulder strap drop - 10" - is perfect for getting over a jacket. This bag also comes in plum and black, and will be $$59.90.

3)

The pleated crossbody in navy. It's my "fashion" pick because I know this style doesn't work for everyone and not everyone can wear it well. I like this look for a mom who's taking the toddler to the park - you can pit some essentials like money, tissues, band aids and other money stuff that you need to get to asap. I also think this looks better on taller girls and probably on the skinnier side - sorry girls some bags are not made for all. At 5 feet, a messenger really wouldn't look as fab on me as it would on someone over 5"5'+. If you shorten the strap, maybe - but it really should be sitting slightly below your hip.

About the brand: Elite, The model icon's agency introduced its first handbag line in the USA in 2007. Every season our priority is to create a success story with new styles, trendy colors, fashionable materials and carry an unprecedented range of glamorous handbags. Price ranges retail from $40 to $100.

Don't forget to tune in to HSN on October 22nd from 11pm - 11:59pm. Oh and call to say "hi" :)

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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$49 Calla Concorde Satchel, HSN Today Special June 27th, Bag a Bargain: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,



I just found out that the Calla Concorde satchel I'll be mentioning on HSN this coming Friday is not going to be $59.90 but $49.90. Super excited. This is really a fab deal and a way to get the look of crocodile at fraction of the cost - actually about 50 times less!! I've been rocking out the bag for about two weeks first in the camel and then in the steel. I also took the pink (they'll call it "rose" on the show) for a walk, playing it down with a black scarf. Rose isn't for everyone and I'm not usually into the look-at-me colors. If you are, this is perfect. Magenta and all kinds of deep pinks are going to be the surprise colors for fall. It's definitely more on the trendy side, but for $49 I think you can go trendy. However, the other four shades - black, steel, camel and bronze - are timeless. Steel by far is my favorite and I've had my grey and peach Rebecca Minkoff scarf accenting the satchel all week - got a huge compliment from a pr friend of mine who sees his share of fabulous merchandise.



Anywho, back to packing. My flight is tomorrow at noon and then I'm off to HSN off to the headquarters in Florida for a 930pm meeting with producers and then hair and makeup. The show starts at midnight. Wish me luck :).

Tune in Friday, June 27th at:
Midnight, 1am, 5am, 7am, 8am, 11am, noon, 4pm, 9pm, 10pm



Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Recession-Proof Handbag Picks with Bag Expert Pamela Pekerman, Maxx New York Fenway Bowler $87: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

It's Recession Thursday time - time to see what we can buy for our dollars. This week, I found the MAXX NEW YORK 'Fenway' Patent Bowler
in pink on sale at Nordstrom.com for $87. MAXX NEW YORK is always a good source for a affordable bags that are on trend. I've been using their classic Birdle in large as a travel bag for several seasons. I also have the same bag in a small version for daytime. The Fenway Bowler is a perfect work bag, with great structure and a fun - not terribly bright - pink finish. It holds all your necessities and then some. The shoulder strap drop could be a bit long, but you can get on the shoulder if you want. Of course, hand-held will look better. To down play the pink, try to tie a dark pashmina or silk scarf around one handle - works like a charm! Even if you're not pink all-year-around, for $87 you get a really reliable summer handbag option. Use for work, play, or even for as a small weekender bag.

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Watch Handbag Expert Pam Pekerman June 27th on HSN with Calla Bags, Affordable Luxury, Under $60: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

I have very exciting news to share. As you may recall, last October I appeared on HSN, The Home Shopping Network, to discuss holiday trends and LUCE handbags. Well, tune in June 27th as I come in to chat up summer/early fall trends and CALLA Handbags.

CALLA is a new diffusion line from charm and luck designer Jenny Syquia. charm and luck is a huge celebrity favorite, as seen on Beyonce, Lindsey Lohan and others. CALLA, which stands for Charm And Luck Los Angeles, has similar style-conscious bagistas in mind. But, the best part about this brand is the pricing will not burst your wallet. Retailing from $60 to $110, CALLA is made from high-quality, man-made leather and animal embossed prints. On June 27th, I'll present present the CALLA Concorde Satchel as the ‘Today Special’ on HSN - times to be announced soon. The croco-embossed satchel will retail at the Today's Special price of $59.90. Color options will include camel, bronze, rose, steel and black.


I'm obsessing over the grayish/gunmetal color that they will be calling Steel. It's the perfect year-around color, and if you have enough black this is a really nice change without going too far away from your comfort zone. The other color that rocks my world is camel. In the croco material and gold hardware, the camel has a lux look at a fraction of the cost. If this bag were made in another material it would be about 50-100x more, depending on the designer. With all your savings you could go on one REALLY fabulous family vacation!

I hope you all tune in to HSN on June 27th and indulge in some affordable, bag-a-licious luxury. With gas hitting $5 a gallon, it doesn't mean you can't have your new bag! If you're not familiar with CALLA bags, you won't be sorry that you've taken a chance.

Oh and do call in to the show :). I can't wait to chat with you!

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Recession-Proof Handbag Picks with Bag Expert Pamela Pekerman: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Every morning I do my excising to CNN - yes I've been working out for about a month and it really is all it's cracked up to be in terms of energy level for the day!! Issue #1, the economy sucks. No, I didn't need talking heads to tell me that. I just need to look at the pump (about $4.40 per gallon in my area), or look at airline bills for all my recent work-related travels (hello $500 for Vegas!!), or just seeing how much leather, hardware and shipping costs have risen which in turn causes handbag prices to rise. So, I've decided to go budget conscious - at least on Thursdays :) - and highlight some of my favorite bags that are busting with style and not busting your wallet. Going forward, THURSDAY will be RECESSION PROOF HANDBAG PICKS.

This week, head over to shopbop.com and get the Marc by Marc Jacobs Big Standard Supply Tote $74. This spacious canvas style is a great beach bag and weekender option. It has tons of pockets for in the bag beach essentials like SPF lotions, magazines/books, towels and a second bikini. For evenings, switch into this fun turquoise beaded clutch from Trina Turk $80, available at SHOPBagTrends.com. The bamboo handle detailing is really fun and a great interpretations of the global trend. Plus, buy this clutch and get another bag for 30% OFF.



Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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