Ooooooooooooh! No, they didn’t! Chloé made a to-die key chain styled after their ‘Edith’ bags. I swear this is an IT key fob if I ever saw one! Featuring a clasp-closure (no annoying “ring” to break your nails whilst attaching keys) and a mini little pocket with Edith-style buckle.

Oh, no. Not another Chloé key chain I want to buy! I already have one. (Plus 6 bags.) *blush*

And it’s an expensive one, at $280!

But hey it comes in whiskey (dark tan) coloured leather, so it doesn’t match my Chamois large Edith (too bad, it’d be dear to hang off it, because it’s a pocketless style).

I don’t need it, I don’t need it. Tell myself that. Oh, no, if this pops up on eBay, I know I’ll cave.

*Via Purseuing*

Popularity: 22% [?]

I appreciate the effort and exciting anticipation behind old favorite Coach when they put out something different, but the mix of high saturated colours in their new Hamptons Weekend Patchwork makes me think it was made for clowns, not fashionistas—maybe not even the typical teenage girl!

Featuring far too much going on with all those dark, spotlight-steal-attempting, shades the new Hamptons Weekend Satchel shape is at least something nice. I love that Coach keeps introducing new satchels, my favorite style by far. Another new detail is the hang tags with circular “splotches” of a contrasting colour - although I’m not sure why that’s necessary.

It’s your typical new Spring’s approaching attempt at cheer from Coach, but more. They simply went too far.

The Hamptons Weekend Satchel is sized 13″ x 7″ x 7″ and won’t be setting me back $288.

Popularity: 41% [?]

Maybe all you have to keep yourself warm this Valentine’s are your sweaters. I’m sorry, that was depressing. You also have your bags! Put your two hands together and hold this Sweater-Knit bag by Gerard Darel.

In gray or natural, this large shoulder bag is made of 50% wool, 50% acrylic. Sized 15.75″ l x 12″ h, this designer bag costs $368 at Neiman Marcus .com.

Whether you have a sweetheart (& his loaner sweater) or just family & friends and your own fashionista wardrobe, this warm sweater bag is perfect for the wintry season. I’m snatching one up, perhaps on a lonely tomorrow night.

Popularity: 11% [?]

Silver and gold .. silver and gold .. what’s more beautiful than a gold lace clutch? A classic Lauren Merkin shape goes ultra classy for the new year for all you ladies and your soirées at $225. This Eve Metallic Lace bag is so beautiful and different, it had to be #3 in our top party bags list.

Popularity: 13% [?]

This week of Christmas and before New Years, it’s the Top 5 Party Bags. The first is an anniversary evening purse by Coach: Madison Stripe Flap.

The evening shape is a rare one for Coach and the stripes carry “legacy.” Plus, they’re colorful and make for great funky, upbeat party fun. Coach has similar styles in more formal special occasion bags, so check those out too.

This Madison Flap is sized about 10″ x 5″ x 1.25″ and runs $298.

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Popularity: 32% [?]

Yes, on this third week of our New Year countdown, this last week before Christmas, we bring you some holiday amusement with … The Top 5 Ugliest Bags!

And our 5th choice was tough, there were three current Coach contenders. Two had fringe, but we only have room for five on each countdown.

So our number 5 is the Coach Soho Signature Stitched Flap, and I’ll tell you why.

It’s not just because of the embellishments, oh no. About half the bags in Coach’s stitch line are amazing and beautiful, it’s about the embellishments paired with other over-the-top elements.

First, the color, this isn’t such a detraction, but the bland color adds no sense of gorgeousness to this bag. Still we must consider more mixed with this. Second, the Signature (and being large at that). I love Signature of course, but all the bags in this line that are signature are just way too busy. The bags that are leather, on the other hand, are striking especially because of bold colors. Finally, I hate that awkward shape of this style of flap bag. The frame makes the whole bag look weird.

Add all that up and we get an ugly bag … a bag just ugly enough to beat out bags with long fringe!!!

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Popularity: 36% [?]

The Top 5 Wallet #4 is from Coach.

The Hamptons Leather Signature Checkbook Wallet has that luxe imprinted leather, plenty of room, and plenty of room to enjoy looking at the embossed signature!

And the top 3 wallet is the Chloé Paddington Wallet. It’s an IT wallet, without being too heavy on the eyes or the arms. And it’s just pretty, with anthracite leather.

See my previous post on the wallet, as well.

Popularity: 38% [?]

How can you get a genuine leather piece of non-copy Stam inspiration … and still for a good price? Elliott Lucca has designed a Luxe Satchel made of either red or patent leather. The details are nice, and the price: $228. This is no bargain replica or sweatshop garbage bag. And it stands on its own, with details such as a ruched and gathered front center and simple but nice double strap attachments. It’s a very roomy, classic bag for the sophisticated, chic, yet non-name lover. Plus it’s the largest party bag most of us can afford — and get away with!

Popularity: 7% [?]

Suede is oh so soft but difficult to keep nice, both which make it a rare luxury. Embossed-logo leather is also a rare luxury (Guccissima, anyone?). So when you put the two together, well I fall in love.

Coach has a new Beaded Tote in Suede Signature at 14″ x 11″ for $358, and I wonder … only one style of bag?!

Luckily for the care-scared or just for more Siggy-embossed, there are still Leather Signature “Hamptons” bags and accessories, like the wristlet.

Indulge!

Popularity: 7% [?]

As much as I love handbags, I do have other interests (hard to believe!) and because I have an opportunity to pursue another much-loved interest of mine, this will officially be my last post for Pursed Lips. I’ll definitely miss it, but I’ll make sure to check in and see what Ella posts about! She always finds fantastic bags!

I thought it was only appropriate that I write about an Elliott Lucca bag for my last post since an Elliott Lucca bag was the focus of my first post. The Georgia Shopper is made from soft woven leather, and it really does look so soft in the photo! Available for $268, the Shopper measures 15″ l x 10″ h x 4.5″ d and comes in four different colors (black, camel, chocolate and stone). I like all the colors, but the camel’s calling my name—it’s a great neutral.

This bag also has so many leather details—braided handles, woven accents, scalloped trim—I would love to examine this bag up close!

Popularity: 5% [?]