Crazy Sale at Saks, No Bags Remain Plus Christian Louboutin for $200: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Sunday I went to Saks because of their crazy sale - 40% plus another 50% if you use your Saks card! My fiance and I only went because he wants a tux, but the Armani style he's been eyeing wasn't on sale. What's a gal to do? I checked out the contemporary floor and snagged amazing black Milly pants for $100 and a wonderfully draped Alice+Olivia skirt in a black/navy color for $80. Then, I ran into Lisa Bradkin, who used to curate the accessories presentation during New York Fashion Week before IMG viciously eliminated it. She told me her friend purchased four pairs of Christian Louboutin shoes for under $700. OMG! So, remembering I need wedding shoes, I sprinted to the 8th Floor only to find a line of nearly 100 women waiting to get into the pit of shoelicious sale heaven. My soon-to-be mother-in-law waiting in line with me and convinced me to stay for the full 30 minutes. Once inside, the madness went into over drive. Shoes all over the place. Sizes mixed up. Sales people running around in a sweat. Women purchased 5+ pairs. I went to my size and found a few goodies, but no wedding shoes. Then my soon-to-be mother-in-law found THEM. They were in size 8, sitting their unnoticed. They were a size 6 Christian Louboutin peep toe hidden platform pumps in rose gold. They are exactly what I wanted for my wedding. Something sexy, with a platform, 5 inches, not white, a hint of color, that I'll continue to wear. And ... $230. Amazing!! I still can't get over the rush of purchasing my very first pair of Louboutins. Some day I plan to own this exact model in every color imaginable. They are so comfortable and my legs look sick in them.

See what deals you can snag at Saks. Get up to 70% off through 12.07.08 during the Saks designer sale. Additional markdowns 11.27–11.28! Plus, free shipping on any order over $200 at Saks! Off valid 11.27.08 through 1:00 PM EST 11.28.08. Use code SAKSFS. Lot so sites/stores are having sales, but Saks' is the craziest. Trust me! I've been checking all the major department stores for weeks and know what they plan to mark down over the coming holiday season.

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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MORE SAMPLE SALES, Clara Kasavina in NYC and Charm & Luck in LA: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Hot off last night's appearance at Scully & Scully were I chatted up bridal trends and bag-a-licious finds from Clara Kasavina, I just got word that Clara is doing a sample sale today and tomorrow!! Other sample sale updates follow.

WHO: Clara Kasavina
WHAT: Swarovski crystalized evening bags, python evening bags, minaudieres, one-of-a-kind creations at 30-50% off ++

WHERE: Park Central Hotel NYC, 870 7th Ave @ 56th St

WHEN: November 20th and 21st

BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: these bags transcend fashion, they are little works of art http://nouveaucollectivetradeshows.com/special_events.html

WHO: charm and luck

WHAT: bold handbags that get attention
WHERE: 135 West Walnut Street Gardena, LA, California, 310-532-4770 Enter through back of building
WHEN: December 4th and 5th 10 AM-4 PM; December 6 9 AM-2 PM

BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: just cause i love the designers, two super cute sisters that kick it!

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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MORE SAMPLE SALES, Clara Kasavina in NYC and Charm & Luck in LA: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Hot off last night's appearance at Scully & Scully were I chatted up bridal trends and bag-a-licious finds from Clara Kasavina, I just got word that Clara is doing a sample sale today and tomorrow!! Other sample sale updates follow.

WHO: Clara Kasavina
WHAT: Swarovski crystalized evening bags, python evening bags, minaudieres, one-of-a-kind creations at 30-50% off ++

WHERE: Park Central Hotel NYC, 870 7th Ave @ 56th St

WHEN: November 20th and 21st

BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: these bags transcend fashion, they are little works of art http://nouveaucollectivetradeshows.com/special_events.html

WHO: charm and luck

WHAT: bold handbags that get attention
WHERE: 135 West Walnut Street Gardena, LA, California, 310-532-4770 Enter through back of building
WHEN: December 4th and 5th 10 AM-4 PM; December 6 9 AM-2 PM

BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: just cause i love the designers, two super cute sisters that kick it!

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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Bridal Bootcamp in NYC with Handbag Expert Pamela Pekerman and Clara Kasavina: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

COME MEET ME. I want to meet you!

Tomorrow I’ll be speaking to a crowd of brides-to-be about wedding accessories, big day dos and don’ts and much more. Clara Kasavina asked me to speak on their behalf for this super fun Bridal Bootcamp hosted by The Wedding Salon at Scully & Scully in NYC. Being a bride-to-be myself, this sounded too perfect to pass up. Details are below. If your wedding date is fast approaching, or you just love weddings ( you know who you are!) then come join me, designer Clara Kasavina, other wedding professionals, fellow brides and my mom (yup the woman who gave birth to this bagista and purchased numerous gloves for me because I would lose them all the time) for a luxurious night of wedding wonders.

WHO: you and other stylish brides
WHAT: Mini Bridal Bootcamp, get tickets
WHERE: Scully & Scully, 504 Park Ave in NYC
WHEN: November 19th, 6-8pm
WHY: Get the latest tips on wedding trends, ask me any bag-a-licious questions, meet Clara Kasavina

PS check out the new Clara Kasavina blog "Clara Kasavina's Crystal Closet" written by yours truely ;)

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

HANDBAG SAMPLE SALE ALERT NYC, Bulga, Be&D, Elliott Lucca, Ted Ross: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

SAMPLE SALE ALERT:

WHO: BULGA

WHAT: Past & Fall 2008 Collection
WHERE: 214 West 39th Street, Suite 704 Between 7th & 8th Avenue 212.334.9119

WHEN: November 21st November 24th and November 25th 9Am - 7PM

BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: 60%-80% off trully yummy leather bags (and maybe some Bulga denim?)

WHO: The Sak, Sakroots and Elliott Lucca

WHAT: already affordable bags even cheaper $5-$60 good styles
WHERE: 339 5th Avenue, 2nd Floor between 33rd and 34th, 212.329.4500
WHEN: Thursday, December 11th and Friday, December 12th 9-5pm
BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: do i need to say anything besides $5??? you can prob snag a good shoulder bag for around $30

WHO: Ted Rossi
WHAT: Python, Leather, and Swarovski Crystal Jewelry, Handbags, & Hair Accessories 75% off

WHERE: 15 East 30th Street, Suite 300, NYC between 5th & madison avenues 212.683.1726
WHEN: December 3-5, Wednesday thru Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: because I LOVE TED ROSSI (have abouat 20 bangles and 2 bags) and when they do sales it's dirt cheap... python cuff for $30 hello!!

WHO: Be & D
WHAT: 30-75% off shoes and handbags
WHEN: Wednesday, November 19 - Thursday, November 20th 9am-7pm
WHERE: 35 West 36th Street 10th Floor between 5th/6th Avenue

BAG-A-LICIOUS WHY: we all <3>

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

Ashlee Simpson and Ashley Tisdale Love Fringe, Get To Know m Clifford Designs, in HER bag Martha Clifford, Lockheart SS09 - BAGTRENDS Weekly Wrap Up

Dear Bagistas,

Here's a wrap up of some new stories from http://www.bagtrends.com/:
This week we celebrated m. Clifford Designs, so I did a Get to Know with Martha Clifford:

We also asked Marthat to share in HER bag essentials:

Paula checked out the new Spring/Summer 2009 Lockheart bags:

Celebrities like Ashley Olsen, Ashlee Simspon and Ashley Tisdale (you all the Ashley's!) Love Fringe Benefits:

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

Clara Kasavina launches a Blog with Pamela Pekerman: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

As if all my other projects aren't enough, I decided more bag-a-licious fun is in order. Last week I helped handbag and jewelry designer Clara Kasavina enter the blogospher and I'll be posting once a week (maybe more later on) on Clara Kasavina's Crystal Closet. Cute name? I thought of it myself ;) If you're a fan of Clara's work or are just in the mood to follow the latest trends in high-end, Swarovski bedazzled work, you'll love this blog. I'll be adding videos, Q&As with Clara and her husband Misha who does all the hand casting, trend updates, celeb scoop and more. Before I sign off for the night or EARLY morning I just want to point out that Clara Kasavina is 100% Made in the USA, something I will be focusing on a lot - let's keep the American garment/fashion business stong!! So, visit often, leave comments and share your thoughts!!

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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m. Clifford Designs Week on BagTrends.com, Get To Know Martha Clifford, 20% OFF all bags: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

It's a big week in BagTrends land, as we kick off m. Clifford Design Week. We have balloons, confetti and plenty of bags!!

To kick off the week check out my recent Getting To Know Q&A with the designer behind m. Clifford Designs, Martha Clifford. We talked about her favorite bag (we are in sync about the terrific Terrell tote!), facing the fear of launching your own business (I hear you sister), and much more.

To keep things supper festive we're doing 20% OFF all m. Clifford Designs handbags, including the recently added Meghann satchel which I will be featuring on TV in December for a travel story. ;)

20% OFF with code mc20, valid through 11/16/08, may not combine with other offers.

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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Michelle Obama Purse-onal Panache by Pamela Pekerman: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

I was working on a segment pitch for CNN, but a million and one things got in the way - such a shame. So that my good thoughts -hehe - don’t go to waist, I decided to share them here with you. I’m of the belief that every woman has a Purse-onal PanacheTM, a handbag style that is uniquely suited to her. To decipher once Purse-onal PanacheTM you only need to examine your lifestyle, existing fashion choices, home decor, favorite colors, favorite icons/personalities and really uncover what you want to project to the world. After all it is the handbag, more than ANY other accessory or piece of clothing, which is seen the most and garners the attention.

Now, to Michelle Obama - who very well might become the next first lady in less that 12 hours. Based on what I’ve read about her, images in the media, interviews and other evidence, she is:
- on-the-go, focused, passionate and ambitious
- family centered AND career driven, she finds balance and doesn’t want to give up either
- isn’t afraid of trying new designers and embracing change
- enjoys fine brands, but can mix-it-up with some H&M
- loves a shift dress, more of a dress than suite gal in general
- enjoys unique colors, unconventional for many ladies on the trail (emerald green, plum)
What does this say about her political views and that of her husband, Barack Obama? That’s something I was doing to delve into on CNN, but for now her Purse-onal PanacheTM.

Based on the above observations, Michelle is a lover of TOTES. She wants something she can fit her files, maybe a laptop, a newspaper and her wallet (full of family images). The tote needs to have enough of a drop to fit over the shoulder (being on the go she needs options). Michelle would also need at least two pockets inside the bag (wallet/ keys/ makeup) and ideally one on the outside to have easy-access to her Blackberry. I would give her a new designer like m. Clifford Designs and recommend the Terrell Tote in grey or navy (both not your basic black, but still not too wild - she is a first lady, after all).

If I’m still up to it at midnight, once more states are called, I’ll do Purse-onal PanacheTM for Cindy McCain.

VOTE if you still have not and your polls are open !

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Hayden Harnett's Scary Halloween Sale, ends midnight: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

In honor of Halloween, Hayden-Harnett is offering a scary deal - that's all treat, no trick. Take 20% off the entire website with code TRICKORTREAT, valid until midnight tonight.

Plus, everyone who makes a purchase today is entered to win $500 off their next purchase.

I have my eye on these lovely bags:

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

Handbag Giveaway Winner, Elite Models Croco Clutch: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

Congrats to Naomi for winning the Elite Models' Croco Embossed Clutch in Red that I recently spoke about on HSN. I'm sure you'll love this affordable fashion find.


Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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Glam It Up for Levi's, How to Dress Up Jeans: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

The week before I left for HSN, which now seems like a million years ago but was really about 12 days ago, Glam.com invited me and Michelle to attend a fashion event at the Levi's store in Union Square. Being that I'm a denim idiot - i own about 3 pairs, all of which were gifts! - I thought it would be educational. Michelle, of course, showed up in vintage Levi's. I was there in my usual look of dress, stilettos and pashmina scarf. With a $100 gift card I really wanted to get a pair of jeans and the sales girls tried so hard. I tried on fabulous jeans including these Trouser Flare Jeans, mostly because they reminded me of pants. In the end I went with a cute cropped, sweater with one button closure that will look angelic over my dresses, and this skinny belt. I still have about $40 left on my card and I'm thinking I'll try something new. I'm going to buy those trouser jeans after all. It would be nice to at least have the option to wear them. Perhaps I'll pair the jeans with a black turtleneck, strands of pearls and a nice clutch -- chic, no?

(the clutch is from Rebecca Minkoff, on sale for $199)

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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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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Pamela Pekerman with handbag designer Mary Norton Spring 2009 Preview: BAGTREND

Dear Bagistas,

Here's a picture of me with Mary Norton. Doesn't she look fabulous? Take a look at her full bio, her adorable family and - what I'm convinced is - her fabulous life in South Carolina. Mary, I will come there soon with the fiance. I'm looking forward to a nice long weekend vacation. :)

Click here to preview Mary Norton's Spring Summer 2009 collection.

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman


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Mary Norton's Spring Summer 2009 Bags and Shoes Preview: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

It was a crazy week of flying, handbags, and fun. Now that I’m back from Florida and well rested, I wanted to catch up and share thoughts on the many previews I’ve attended over the past week. On Tuesday I had the pleasure of checking out the Spring-Summer 2009 collections from two of my favorite lines - Mary Norton and MCM. Mary was first at 9am. I love coming in to see her (we get to see each other about four times a year in NY, though I’m forever promising to come by her shop and headquarters in South Carolina.) She’s a true lady, always prim and proper, well quaffed, tailored skirt. The first time we met, Mary’s left arm was in a sling – never has any woman looked chicer in a sling. “Chic in a Sling” – that should be a trend piece :) and we can see how many gals can really pull it off. But, I digress - as usual.

The Bags... The assortment of evening bags were phenomenal. The inspiration for spring is the five senses, and certainly all of mine were on overload. Of course SIGHT refers to all the bags (because, well, you can see them – ya not the best one). Then there was a group for TASTE, particularly influenced by candy. Cotton candy colors of fuchsia, yellow and orange or sky blue, lavender and white are found on Mary Norton’s signature feather bags. Jelly bean prints are found on small chain purses and shoes. (The jellies didn't gel with me - not my favorite grouping, to be honest). TOUCH is evoked in fun tassels, that Mary is now going to make a signature piece of her collection. There were tassels inspired by the empire state building, jelly beans and with feathers. For SOUND, 80’s disco balls and record-like print embroidery was used. Finally, my favorite group and inspiration was leather orchids which referenced SMELL. Take a look at the images, are they not to die for? Prices will kill you too, but this is the quality work produced in Italy and supervised by the marvelous Mary Norton herself. Enjoy the images below. And, let me know what you think. Oh and check out the newly revamped MaryNorton.com – they have ecommerce. You can also get Mary at Saks.com.


Shop Mary Norton's fab fall 2008 collection:



My next post will be about MCM ... stay tuned.

Have a bag-a-licious day!
Pamela Pekerman

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WIN Elite Croco-Embossed CLUTCH, watch Pamela Pekerman on HSN Oct 22: BAGTRENDS

Dear Bagistas,

In just a few hours - less than four to be exact - I'll be live on HSN chatting about trends and Elite Models' Bags. You can win the Elite Croco Embossed Clutch in Red just by commenting on my blog post from Monday. Tell me what you think - even as you watch!!

I'll announce a winner Monday. Good luck :)

Have a bag-a-licious day!

Pamela Pekerman

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