Two weeks until my first trip to Europe! Stops in London and Paris!
A few days ago I previewed the Fall and Winter 2013 Danielle Nicole bag collection. Danielle DiFerdinando (middle name Nicole) is the 25-year-old designer, and it was very inspiring to talk to her about her passion for fashion and design. You could tell that she loves what she does, which is always so great to see. We had a talk about crossbody bags after I told her about my recent oversized tote carrying shoulder injury. She let me in on a little secret: She goes light when it comes to carrying her purse, and takes a separate briefcase for work. I would especially like to thank her for the Mia clutch (it has the same name as me, and Rachel Zoe loves it, so you can’t go wrong). Carrying this bag around has taken some stress of my shoulder as it heals.
The best part about the collection: The bags are all under $100 and vegan! Check her out!
I am not a member of Team Clutch, Team Crossbody, and Team Backpack.
I injured my shoulder. And the cause: carrying an oversized and overstuffed tote.
Last week, my left shoulder started really hurting. I get backaches and neckaches from time to time, so I didn’t think much of it at first. On Monday morning, I left my apartment carrying my Michael Kors Jet Set Red Tote and my briefcase that holds my MacBook Pro and iPad (and chargers). By the time I walked 5 minutes to my train I was in some major pain.
The large totes I carry aren’t necessarily the problem. Though they are big, they are relatively light when it comes to weight. That is, until I fill them with bricks. Literally, my bag is so heavy it might as well be bricks. The problem is that I am trying to carry EVERYTHING. EVERYWHERE. ALL THE TIME.
Case in point, here is what is in my purse:
And here is what is in my briefcase:
Who seriously needs all that stuff?!
Right now, I am trying to cutback on all these items I am carrying with me everywhere. I am leaving the iPad at home, and the Mac at work. And all those chargers, who seriously needs those with them 24/7?
I’ll update you on my progress. And if you see any cute crossbody bags, please send links my way. Has this ever happened to you before? How did you stop carrying so much?
— Roger Ebert
Derek Lam for Kohl’s launched online today, and will be available in stores on April 5th. Prices range from $36-$88.
Essie’s 2013 Resort Collection is here! The 2012 Resort Collection contains one of my favorite polishes (Essie No More Film), so I was anticipating the 2013 release. The collection is inspired by warmer climates, and the colorful shades really make that obvious. There is is Under Where?( an orchid shade), First Timer (a fresh green), Come Here! (a bright coral), and In the Cab-ana (an aqua and my favorite of the four). Right now I am wearing Essie Sand Tropez, but plan on trying out these bright shades over the weekend. NYC is supposed to hit 60 next week!
Have you tried any of the shades from the 2013 Resort Collection? Which is your favorite?
Available April 2013, $8 each.
I love the Kate Spade and Keds collaboration! How cute are these sneakers?
(Source: katespade.com)
Counting down the days until Paris…
Who doesn’t love a good book? So cute.
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