Friday BagTrends.com Round Up - CFDA Style For Less, Lauren Conrad Bags, more: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

In case you missed anything at BagTrends.com this week, here's a wrap up of we've been working on:

I did a round-up of CFDA style with a little Look For Less spin

our celeb trends editor Paula Lee signals out The Hills' Lauren Conrad as a Bagista Star



Rebecca Minkoff spills the beans on fall 2008. And are Rebecca Minkoff shoes in the works?


This week's bag-a-licious pick comes from Gustto. And, it's on sale.


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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Sex and The City Handbags, Yellow Castro & Pollux Clutch: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

In the opening scene of Sex and The City, Carrie wears a white and gold dress accented by a VERY large flower - we've all scene this picture floating around the Internet for months. I've been trying to identify the yellow wallet/clutch Carrie carries - I even spoke to NewLine and Patricia Feild's assistant. Well, my darling assistant Paula has identified that bag. It's from Castro & Pollux and retails for $145. I can't say it's terribly exciting; just a nice bold colored wallet finished in fine leather that can hold a slim cellphone and lipstick. For those who want a little bit of SATC style do indulge.

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

Rebecca Minkoff Market Bag in Sex and The City Movie, BagTrends.com EXCLUSIVE: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Did you not love the movie? Never mind the obvious product placements - did you catch the Gucci I Love New York bag standing at eye level for all to see?!? The plot, the girls and the fashion was divine. I kept my eyes pealed to see who was wearing what and to my delight I spotted the Rebecca Minkoff Market bag in yellow on Samantha, aka Kim Cattrall. It's in the Mexico vacation scene when they just arrive at the Honeymoon destination. It was a split second, but I was just sure that it was a Rebecca Minkoff.

The next day I called Rebecca to see if she new about this and then we both investigated the matter to in fact confirm that YES the lovely Rebecca Minkoff was included in the bevy of beautiful bags (Leiber, Stuart Weitzman, Alina, Escada, Hollywood, Fendi, Chanel ...) worn in the Sex and The City movie.

Congrats Rebecca. I'm sure there will be a waitlist for the Market Bag in yellow. If you want to purchase it, need details, etc just email info@bagtrends.com.

For more Sex and the City handbag scoop check out bagtrends.com. Become a member of BagTrends.com and WIN HANDBAGS featured in our Sex and The City Look for Less story.

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Sex and the City Handbag Giveaway and more: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

So, did you not love the movie? The fashion, the bags!! Any favorites?

At BagTrends we're all over the Sex And The City Handbag Trends. Last week I was on E! radio chatting with their entrainment reporter Michael Yo and yesterday you may have caught me on CN8 Your Morning which is on the Comcast Network. I'll have clips to share soon.

We also have a lot - and more on the way - Sex And The City scoop on BagTrends.com. GET THE LOOK FOR LESS - not knock offs, I hate those! These are just of the same flavor as the real Chanel, Fendi, Nancy Gonzalez and Stuart Weitzman looks scene in the movie. TANGERINE rules in Sex And The City and we've found some great tangerine bags that will add zest to your summer look.

Best of all, BagTrends.com is GIVING AWAY many of the bags featured in our Look For Less story - GUESS, Nicole Lee, Big Buddha and more. Just Become A Bagista Member and every Friday - until we run out of bags!! - you'll be automatically entered to win one of these styles. I'll be announcing winners every Friday on this blog and we'll also email you (so make sure admin@bagtrends.com isn't hitting your spam folder. )

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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SHOPBagTrends 15% off Memorial Sale, Rebecca Minkoff, Antoinette Lee, Ananas, more: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Memorial Day Shopping!! Enjoy 15% off at SHOPBagTrends.com. Use Code "memorial08". Expires May 26, 2008 11:59PM. May not combine with other offers.

Colorful Options:

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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Handbag Expert Pamela Pekerman Shares Look For Less Trends from Sex and The City Movie, May 30th CN8 on Comcast Network: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

EXCITING NEWS!!!

I will be sharing LOOK FOR LESS Handbag Trends from the upcoming Sex And The City movie. For those who have the Comcast Network - that's nearly 90million of you in the North East - tune into CN8 on May 30th at 7:30am.

Here's a sneak peek of what you'll be seeing:

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

Be & D Sample Sale, NYC, shoes and bags: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Sample Sale News .......

WHAT: Be & D Sample Sale

WHEN: Tuesday, May 20 and Wednesday, May 21
9am to 7pm

WHERE: 35 West 36th Street Store Front
Ground Floor

DETAILS: Cash and major credit cards

PHONE #: 212 629 3242

Sample Deanna Quilted Leather Hobos were $1200, starts at $150
Sample Garbo Leather and Velvet Clutches were $800, are under $100
Sample Keaton Suede Shoes were $500, starts at $100

Learn more about Be&D's Spring 2008 collection at BagTrends.com. A preview of Fall 2008 is coming very soon! ... just as soon as I take a breath :)

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekermabn

Introducing Filippa Sweet Handbags, Delicate Luxury: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,


Here's some quick new eye candy to lust after. The brand is Filippa Sweet of Stockholm. I'll have more details coming soon. It's a relatively new brand that I think will be a big hit! For now enjoy these fabulous creations. LOVE the delicate leather floral accents!!


Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini Tangerines, Available at SHOPBagTrends: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

They're baaack ..... If you missed out on the sizzling Rebecca Minkoff Morning After Mini in Tangerine, SHOPBagTrends.com just got in a new shipment. Most of the bags sold out on pre-order, but we do have a few left. I'm announcing it here first!

We also have a VERY limited number of Morning After Tangerines (regular size, $575)). So limited we probably wont even post it on the shop! If you want one call our offices M-F 9am-7pm EST.

This color is a fresh dose of joy for your daily life. The color is suitable for all year around - it's not a blinding, sunshine orange, but rather a sophisticated deep, blood orange. You'll LOVE it!!

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Blowout Handbag Sale, Bag Sale: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

We're having our first ever "Bagista Blowout Sale" at SHOPBagTrends.com.

Buy one bag* and get the second at 30% off.

If you're looking for a place to spend the cash from your tax refund, can you think of a better idea than a handbag - or two or three? At these prices you may even be able to pick up four or five!

My suggestion: for daytime sunshine, snag this funky Ipa-Nima tote in tangerine, summer's it hue; for night (or all day!) you'd be crazy not to get the Trina Turk foldover clutch.

Buy both bags for $199.50.

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman


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Earth Day, Eco Handbag Trends and Hot Green Designers: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Happy Earth Day! There's a plethora of eco themed stories on BagTrends.com. In cased you missed them here's a roundup:

Get to Know... Vegan Queen
I did a Q&A with the designer, Evelina, last month. She's a true vegan and a fashionista to boot. Her collection lives up to it's royal name. This is a vegan line even I would wear - and I do! Currently I'm sporting the Vegan Queen clutch wallet to all my night-time appointments.

Top 3 Trends ... Earth Day Special
From day to night, my team and I have found the best styles and fabrications within the growing green handbag category.

My Bag-a-licious Pick ... Vegan Queen Eco Tote
For $49.99 this tote is the best way to say no to plastic grocery bags!

Get to Know ... Ashley Watson
Reusing vintage leather, Ashely Watson creates sturdy and stylish hobos and totes that excuse eco cool.

Visit The Green Designers at SHOPBagTrends.com:
Vegan Queen and aGain NYC

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman


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Win Tickets to The Sex and The City NYC Movie Premier: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Are you counting the days until the Sex and The City movie hits theaters? Ya, me too! And, I'm going to treat two lucky bagistas to tickets to the NYC premier. Well, not exactly me :). It's actually a BagBorrowOrSteal contest - BUT I am one of the judges! Here's the scoop:


WHAT: Imagine being among the lucky few to get "the red carpet" treatment at the Sex and the City premiere! One Grand Prize Winner will receive a spectacular trip to New York City for two, tickets to the star-studded premier and more. Plus a $500 Bag Borrow or Steal borrowing credit!

HOW: To enter for a chance to win this fabulous adventure, simply create and Submit a Video that illustrates which Sex and the City character most represents you—based on the handbags and accessories found in your closet.

WHEN: Entries must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on May 9, 2008.

I can't wait to see all your videos!

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman


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MCM Handbag Madness Round 2: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

You'll have to excuse my lack of dialogue over the past few weeks, but I'm exited to report that my sister had a beautiful little girl. I've been spending all my free time with the girls. This brings my sister's total to 2 girls - 2 more bagistas to add to our club :).

Now, just because I haven't been sharing scoop, doesn't mean I haven't been out and about taking in all that is bag-a-licious. Last week I previewed the fall 2008 MCM handbag collection. LOVE IT! OK, maybe I'm biased because MCM was so big in my Russian community back in the lat 80's and early 90's. It was the brand to carry and it's one of the first companies I lusted after - mind you I was about 8- or 9-years-old during the big craze. Guess I always was a true bagista!

I'm going to do a full story on MCM which will have a timeline of relevant events, preview of fall 2008 bags, and a Q&A with the brands current creative director Michael Michalsky. Stay tuned.

Have a bag-a-licios day!

Pamela Pekerman

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