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The first choice is, if you want to pick up a new Kooba handbag for yourself you can save 15% off your purchase! All you have to do is enter the promotional code: BACK2KOOB. This offer ends on Sunday, November 15th so if you have your eye on the new (and quite fabulous) Piper Satchel in Berry or the equally lovely Jagger Convertible Shoulder Bag, you will want to hurry over and snap those up. By the way, aren’t they gorgeous? I really love the berry colour of the Piper satchel. So perfect for fall!

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Now, if you want a new Kooba handbag and a cute Kooba wallet to go with it, the second choice will probably seem worthwhile. If you buy a full priced handbag, you can get any one of their wallets for 20% off with the promotional code: WALLET! Pretty good deal, no? This offer ends on Tuesday, November 24th so you have a bit of time to finalize your selections.  The two wallets above, Joanie and the Large Turnlock Wallet, would be my picks for sure!

What do you think? Which hot deal would you take advantage of?

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There is a time and a place for flaunting a little extra cleavage – but what do you do if you want a little extra coverage, without adding any extra bulk?  How about adding some extra color to an otherwise dull outfit?

Debbie Rubio has come up with an interesting solution – the “Perfect Cami“:

It’s kind of like a cross between a camisole and a bra.  The panel of fabric in front adds extra coverage and color to your outfit, while the straps just clip to your bra straps to stay in place.

The cami comes in lots of different options, from plain, solid colors:

To a rainbow of different laces, fabrics and even sparkly options:

Perfect Cami also is available in plus sizes (up to a 44 DDD bust).  Their bridal lace collection is available with Swarovski crystal accents and clear straps.

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Extra Coverage with Perfect Cami

There are some spectacular pieces available for sale, from designers such as Kenneth Jay Lane, Arnold Scaasi and even Karl Lagerfeld.   Deanna Farneti Cera has also just released a new book “Coppola e Toppo Fashion Jewels” detailing the work of jewelry designer, Lyda Coppola and her line of fashion jewelry, Coppola e Toppo.

Here are a few little sneak peeks from the sale:

Coppola Toppo necklace in weft mounted half-crystal beads in graduating blue-transparent
color for Emilio Pucci.  Circa 1960, price: $ 2,250.

Brooch in gilded and silver colored metal, rhinestones and glass stones, navette cut, central rectangular glass faceted stone from Kenneth Jay Lane.  Circa 1960, Price: $ 290.

Designed by Miriam Haskell, necklace and earrings in gilded metal components, plastic imitating mother of pearl, rosées Montées,  Circa 1965, Price: $ 2,850.

Don’t wait to buy though – this offering is sure to sell out fast!

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Fabulous Fashion Jewels

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Cole Haan Ruby Leather and Canvas Reversible Tote ($198) – Like getting two bags in one, this tote will take you from the office to weekends and everything in between.

Juicy Couture Downtown It Girl Gotta Leather Shoulder Bag ($198) – A stylish shoulder bag for the fashionista in training.

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Juicy Couture Non Stop Juicy Sonic Nylon Crossbody Hobo ($178) – A trendy and stylish bag to keep you hands free while running errands.

MARC by Marc Jacobs Miss Marc Small Hobo ($168) – A playful tote shoulder bag for those times when you want to have a little fun with your handbags.

What do you think? Would these work for you or for your teenager? What’s great about these bags are they’re versatile, especially the first two, and they’re stylish too! You can purchase all of these bags at Bloomingdales.

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Opaque Stirrup Pantyhose $18

I basically have every color of the Shiny Stirrup Tights from American Apparel already, so I was excited that they came out with this opaque style that also has the stirrups, but has a matte finish.  The black opaque stirrups are a winter wardrobe staple!

Sheer Luxe Shapes Pantyhose $28

The sheer black, pearl, and navy tights come with a variety of different tiny shapes on them that include hearts (definitely my favorite!), pin dots, a vertical zig zag stripe, and an all-over square grid.  These are a great way to add a little personality to the regular black sheer tights that you would wear with a cocktail dress.

Opaque Pantyhose $14

Colored opaque pantyhose are easy and fashionable.  The American Apparel variety come in 23 different colors!!  When picking a color, don’t just choose a color that you like.  Pick something that goes with dresses and shoes that you have in your closet already and that look flattering on your legs.  I also love colored opaques because they are fun to layer under sheer patterned tights!

Opaque Two Color Pantyhose $16

If you want to take a fashion risk with your tights this year, try two tones!  I think they are pretty fun, but they are definitely not for everyone.  American Apparel even offers them in neon varieties!

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American Apparel Hosiery on Sale

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Burberry Painted Hearts Tote ($595) – The signature Burberry plaid pattern gets a little splatter of red hearts in this fun canvas and leather trim tote.

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Burberry Confetti Hearts Tote ($495) – This is a tote I wouldn’t mind getting myself. The confetti hearts pattern has a playful yet contemporary feel. I also like the combination of beige, white and red.

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Burberry Painted Hearts Shoulder Bag ($295) – If you want something a little smaller but still just as cute, this shoulder bag is a great choice. Similar to the first tote, this one features the signature plaid pattern with the red splattered hearts.

I know, we’re not even close to Thanksgiving let alone Valentine’s Day but I guess it’s never too early to pick out a pretty new handbag to use for Spring and Summer, right?  If you love these heart themed bags, you can pre-order them at the Neiman Marcus website. They have an estimated ship date of February 2010 so you’ll receive it just in time!

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Burberry Hearts You

This Wednesday is Remembrance Day or Veteran’s Day, depending on where you live.  In Canada and England, red poppies are worn to remember those who lost their lives in the different wars.

While these poppies aren’t the ones that are traditionally worn, I think it’s still appropriate to wear them in memory.

This felted poppy necklace is by AVA Original Felted Art and is made using merino wool.  It’s adjustable, depending on how many times you wrap the “stem” around your neck.

These delicate earrings are made using glass bells, flowers and beads, on sterling silver hoops by Canadian jewelry designer Amanda Mackay.

Eight Seasons created this unique wristlet using layers of red leather, shaped to created little flowers, on a base of cream-colored leather.

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Lanvin handbags are a fun and functional mix of chains, ribbons and leather. While with some handbags with that combination can end up looking tacky (some Juicy Couture bags come to mind…), Lanvin knows how to keep things balanced.

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The gorgeous and lady like Lanvin Happy Shoulder Bag ($1695) reminds me of the Chanel flap bags but with a twist. The twist is the black velvet ribbon that is threaded through the gold chain shoulder straps.  The quilted rogue calf leather is ultra luxe, too! The size of this shoulder bag, 9″H x 12″W x 4″D, is perfect for daily use. You can easily dress this down with jeans and a simple tee or take it out on the town with a little black dress!

Image: Bergdorf Goodman

For a more casual look, the Lanvin Denim Amalia Shoulder Bag ($1675) is a great choice. The cotton denim is accented with white top-stitching that keeps it from looking boring. The ribbon on the strap is embellished with a removable logo charm for added fun. This shoulder bag is just a tad bit bigger than the one previously at to 8 1/2″H x 14″W x 3 1/2″D – still making it easy and wearable for every day.

What do you think? Are they a bit too much or just right? If you love these, you can get them at Bergdorf Goodman.

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Sass, Style & Substance

Like almost any award show, there was a mix of high fashion, trends and some… interesting choices by some of the stars.

Singer Joss Stone sported a serious pair of colorful earrings:

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I love the color contrast between her hair and the shades of blue and turquoise that the pave hoop earrings are made with.

If you’d like to try out a pair of colorful hoop earrings, but aren’t sure if you want to go quite that big, I’ve got a few fun and stylish picks to choose from.

image: Nordstrom

The tile hoop earrings by Cara Accessories comes in a rainbow of colors, including the teal shown here.

image: Shopbop

These pave crystal earrings are made with Swarovski crystals by Kenneth Jay Lane (and are also available in gunmetal if the fuschia is a little too bright).

image: Bergdorf Goodman

Or you could go for less stones, but up the size instead.  These 18kt gold hoop earrings from Ippolita feature three turquoise cabochons on each earring.

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Colorful Earrings at the MTV Europe Awards