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NET-A-PORTER now has the newest FASHION TARGETS BREAST CANCER (FTBC) exclusives, so you can look fabulous all summer and feel even better knowing that all net proceeds from the sale of the products will benefit local breast cancer charities around the world. These latest items are part of the global partnership with The Council of Fashion Designers of America/CFDA Foundation Inc. Check them out, they are perfect for the hot weather right now. Love the DvF dress!!

Diane von Furstenberg Tuvallu jersey dress $355;

I was at the Christian Louboutin personal appearance at Barneys in Beverly Hills yesterday. What can I say? I was starstruck and giddy to meet the man who took women with a simple shoe fetish and turned it into a cult following. You can image what the scene was like at Barneys with his most devout in frenetic worship mode, shopping like it was a 90% off sale. Well, it was full price and it was to get his signature heart signature on those signature red soles. If there was one day in my life when I felt lucky to have giant feet, it was today because I had no trouble getting everything in my size (40, thank you very much). The other regular sized feet gal there, including my friend Cindy who is a 38, had no luck because everything was sold out. They were all frantically searching and trying on, willing to get anything in their size. A girl next to me bought the very unpractical Anemone stiletto pumps with a giant bow in the back as a last resort (she had a hard time walking in them). I happily brought home two gorgeous pairs that makes me feel fiery hot and sexy just knowing I have them: Marilou woven sandals ($870) in pewter and the City Girl slingback platforms ($795) in luggage.

How Chanel obsessed are you? Enough to get a Chanel bike? This uber chic bike can be yours for $13,595 and there are only 3 left! It, of course, comes with its own bag for your trinkets and ice cream money. Look at the quilted chain guard! I doubt you'll ever find anything as sophisticated on your Schwinn beach cruiser. It really does have all the Chanel design features which makes this a viable purchase, if you need a new bike. Can you imagine riding down the beach with this thing? Or how about riding this through Beverly Hills or Fifth Ave? OK, yes, you would be a total freak and you would one-up those loony ladies who walk around Neiman Marcus just to show off their latest plastic surgery work. I wonder if it comes with an attachment to hold all my shopping bags? Call Chanel (800) 550-0005 to inquire and purchase.

Thank you to all the amazing girls who showed up to support Genesis Women's Shelter at our Bags and Bubbly event last week! Your efforts were greatly appreciated and we sold lots of bags, jewelry, and shoes! Thank you to Suze restaurant for the yummy desserts and champagne! Photos of the party after the jump!!! Don't forget to come see Kelly and me at the Oscar de la Renta boutique on Melrose in LA on May 20th, 5-8pm, for another fabulous Bags and Bubbly event!

A peek of what's in store for the Fall season from Louis Vuitton (if you don't care, skip to the next entry); I am going to take the high road and only review the bags that did not make me cringe (you have eyes, go to Style.com to see the scary ones for yourself). I fear I have turned in to a major grouch when it comes to LV bags but then today I came upon my set of antique Louis Vuitton luggage my friend gifted me when I gave birth and it brought back all the love I used to have for this brand. As you see, for Fall, the monogram and logo remain strong. It's the brand's bread and butter, why change it and go all simple and logo-less a la Bottega Veneta right? I mean how fun would that be? Who would we make fun of if Marc Jacobs started offering understated and subtly chic bags? We love Marc Jacobs because he shakes things up! So, back to the bags. Richly textured (looks like suede or could be fabric according to my source) with exotic detailing like python handles and ostrich trim, it is so lovely I can even overlook the monogram. I am especially liking the winter white version with python shoulder strap, it looks so luxurious next to the white cashmere coat. Is there anything more delicious than a white cashmere coat? I have to say, the Louis Vuitton ready to wear from MJ is exceptional this season. I can't wait to see the entire collection in person. What do you think? Will you ever be lured back to Louis Vuitton bags?

In its latest ad, Louis Vuitton features an unexpected Spoksperson and no, it's not a glamazon Supermodel nor a preteen starlet; it's a raggedy looking, eyeliner wearing and deeply wrinkled Keith Richards. Yes, as in Rock legend, as in the definition of cool, as in if he uses Louis Vuitton, it's safe to go back to the monogram. At least that is what the masterminds behind this Core Value campaign is hoping to achieve. What do you think? Will this tempt you back to the brand?

Source: WWD

I had the pleasure of meeting Andrea Ciaraldi, Creative Director of Giorgio Armani, last week. First at a fitting for Armani Privé Haute Couture (trust me, there is no experience like being fitted for Haute Couture, apex to apex) and later at a dinner at Fashionista Founder Heidi Dillon's home. Andrea is the ultimate charming Italian man. He insisted I try on the Haute Couture sample pieces and when I came out he raved in his delicious Italian accent "You are amazing, why are you hiding under layers of wool and boxy jacket? You must show this body off! Most models don't even fit into our sample sizes, you are perfect!" Talk about ego boost, I almost ordered the pink beaded gown on the spot. The cost of an average Haute Couture gown made to order, is a whooping six figures. But considering it takes over 300 hours to apply the beading and beautiful details, it is well worth the price, isn't it? There are a mere 2,000 Haute Couture collectors worldwide, while most are over the age of 60, there is a growing group of young girls (20's and 30's) buying into the art of Haute Couture. After this amazing experience, how can I go back to off the rack ready-to-wear?

We are always looking for new talent in the bag industry and our young (and tres ambitious) friend Daniel at Fashion Indie has put together an awesome Project Handbag contest with Maurices. They have narrowed it down to Ten Finalists and want you to vote for your favorite! I won't say who I voted for because I don't want to influence your choice. Help find the next great bag designer - Go vote now!

Call Jasenka at 214-265-0136 for further details and bag prices!

I wish I lived in the Jetson age so that I could've beamed myself to Milan earlier this week. I wanted to attend the Bottega Veneta show (what I actually said was "I want to come to the show and I want to have dinner with Tomas Maier" - I know, so demanding of me- but we think he looks like he'd enjoy a good dinner with a couple of Bag Snobs :) and was told "Come to Milan!" by their PR director whom I met at a dinner over Fashion Week. I was tempted to hop on a plane but having a three year old son makes it difficult to fly off at a moment's notice. As you all know by now, I adore Bottega and after seeing the Fall 2008 collection, I am kicking myself for not going to the show! Tomas Maier created another drool worthy collection of fabulous frocks, sumptuous coats, and beautiful bags (all you need for the ultimate Fall wardrobe!). Everything seemed so different yet familiar (Tomas is the master at reinventing the old without changing the integrity of its roots) even Bottega's classic woven details are blown to exaggerated proportions on a python clutch, making it fresh and fun while the iconic knotted clutch has been elongated for a more youthful vibe. Exotics ruled the runway once again (a yummy ostrich clutch wrapped in crocodile anyone?), and if you have not owned a piece of Bottega exotic skin, you are truly missing out. My anaconda bag fell into a tub full of bubbles (please don't ask, it pains me to even think about it but a three year old was the culprit) and I thought it'd be ruined. I really couldn't be angry with my son though, as he sweetly said "mama, you love bags right? I wash for you nice and clean." Uh, okay. I swallowed my tears and let the bag dry overnight, it was good as new, amazing!

We started Bag Snob two and a half years ago and are blown away by the strides taken by the fashion blogging industry; from Fashion week invitations to showroom visits, designers are now aware of the positive influence of fashion blogs and reaching out to us. Kelly and I were invited to Oscar de la Renta's showroom yesterday to preview his latest bag collection, we were told Oscar would join us and we just about fainted- how many people can say they hung out at Oscar de la Renta's showroom (and his private workroom loft, I was told most people do not get access up there!) with OSCAR himself!?!? We spent the first part of our visit playing with the new bags (THE strongest bag collection of the season-I will have more details on the fabulous Shagreen Goya bag I am carrying in the photo) and the Fall '08 RTW collection, not only did I touch and feel all the samples, I was able to try them on! (most fit me perfectly, which means the 6' tall models are a size 0!?!?) It was like playing dress up in your mother's closet, except every item is an Oscar de la Renta masterpiece. The clothes were even more beautiful in person, the details in the stitching, beading, and embroidery were absolutely exquisite and extraordinary. Oscar applies the same meticulous haute couture detailing to his ready-to-wear as he did during his years as the Director of Pierre Balmain couture. From the runway we saw gold leafing, in person, the gold leafs are actually hand painted feathers!