Share a Coke, Share a Céline

Aesthetically speaking, I prefer to wear a small bag because I am so petite, but on most weekdays, I need a proper tote.  I generally have to schlep my laptop, camera, gym clothes, diapers, and snacks.  I've been dreaming about a bright-colored Céline carry-all for a few years now, but just couldn't bring myself to take the plunge.  That's why I was so excited to see this vibrant, pony hair tote appear on Trendlee! You may recall my obsession with this pre-loved, luxury handbag site.  I just love having access to a beautifully curated selection of designer handbags for a fraction of their retail prices.  Not to mention, Céline is almost never on sale and even at retail, the bags are so hard to come by!   Miraculously, Trendlee has a pretty large selection of Céline bags right now, but they sell out almost as soon as they are posted, so you can't waste a minute making up your mind! In case the deal wasn't already sweet enough, use the promo code EXCESSORIESEXPERT for an extra 5% off your purchase.  

View fullsize

SHOP THE LOOK

Handbag S.O.S: Splurge Or Save?

’Tis the season of giving, but that doesn’t mean it can’t also be the season of saving.  My grandparents and parents instilled in me a love for the finest things in life, as long as they were purchased half-off.  I am allergic to paying full retail.  Fast fashion has its time and place (thank you, UNIF, for this fluffy rainbow sweater!), but when it comes to handbags, quality really matters.  I see a luxury handbag as a collectable--an investment piece that I will G-d willing, pass on to my daughters one day.  If that’s not a good enough reason to splurge, here are a few more justifications that help me with my spending guilt: 

1.  A bag doesn’t get worn out like shoes.
2.  It always fits. You can gain and lose weight and even get pregnant and it does not affect your handbag.
3. Even though styles and trends change, a gorgeous designer handbag will almost always stand the test of time.  Even if you put it away for a couple years, when you bring it back out, it’s like an old friend.  My mom has a phenomenal collection she started when she was my age.  She still regularly uses the Judith Leiber bags my dad bought her in the 70’s and 80’s!   

So, what am I getting at here? How can you avoid paying retail for a luxury, designer handbag this holiday season? The answer: Trendlee. Trendlee is a highly-curated site featuring pre-loved, luxury bags from brands like Hermes, Chanel, Fendi, Celine, and many more designers, at up to 80% off their retail prices.  The bags are in pristine condition and you would never know they were previously owned.  The only problem? Deciding which one to choose! 

In case the deal wasn’t sweet enough already, use the promo code EXCESSORIESEXPERT for an extra 5% off your purchase from Trendlee!

View fullsize

About the Look:
We have been seeing the unconventional use of fur with accessories like handbags and shoes from Gucci, Fendi, Derek Lam, Miu Miu and many other designers. This fur Fendi bag is festive for the holiday season as seen here with metallic pairings and a chunky sweater, but will still be on-trend in the spring when worn with a retro-printed dress or ruffled blouse.

Bag: Fendi via Trendlee, Sweater: UNIF, Skirt: RE:NAMED, Necklace and Ring: Erickson Beamon (e-mail me for inquiries), Shoes: Whistles

Photography: Glass Foto by Brian Eisenberg

View fullsize

View fullsize

View fullsize

View fullsize

View fullsize