Handbag Mania

Lately it seems I've been experiencing "handbag mania." I have always preferred to get one purse that works with everything, and use it daily until it wears out or I get really tired of it. That way, no worry about switching purses at the last minute before going out, and I thought it was a nice way to simplify life.

This stone linen with cream patent leather trim would match the inside of my house. (I'd lose the little mirror.)

Since I've joined ideeli and Hautelook, I've been stressing out daily over which fabulous purse to buy at which greatly discounted price, and have decided I need a new strategy for dressing.

Black wicker with cream patent trim in a great shape.

I decided to pare down my wardrobe to fewer neutral pieces (mostly white, since that has always been my favorite color, and it works in a hot climate better than black.) So, now I'm obsessing over accessories.

A nice large tote in a chic fabric. (Again, the mirror needs to go inside the bag, not outside.)

Please don't tell my husband, but I have succombed (several times!), and am now anxiously awaiting the fed ex guy.

Another wonderful fabric done up in a chic retro style.

Today's envy: these handbags from the Lulu Guinness sale. They are all great for summer, don't you think? Lulu's designs tend to be very girly, which is not normally my style – but these are a bit more subdued and seriously tempting with my favorite materials – linen, wicker and fabric.

Or, maybe I just need to step away from the computer ...
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My heroine, the late Gilda Radner, famously said, "It's always something." If you're a fan of Gilda, you might enjoy this Audition skit. She's totally charming and funny and unique.



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