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Proenza Schouler Hava satchel review

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Pictured: Proenza Schouler Hava satchel, medium size, black leather /  lipstick / book (so good!!) / similar wallet / sunglasses

Proenza Schouler’s new Hava satchel immediately caught my eye for the fall season. I love the structured, yet relaxed vibe of the handbag. The Hava  satchel offers a lady bag, single top handle silhouette, with edgy hardware, and contrasting stitching; making it easy to wear with with jeans, or structured office attire. Love that!

The Proenza Schouler Hava satchel comes in two sizes thus far; small and medium. For the fall 2016 season, Proenza Schouler is offering the Hava satchel in smooth, soft leather, suede, and snakeskin. The handbag has been designed in neutral, classic hues, making it an instantly classic handbag to wear now, and in the future.

I chose the Proenza Schouler Hava satchel in medium. I had a hard time deciding between sharp white, or classic black. I decided to get black since I felt like I would get the most wear out of the hue.

The medium Hava is a great size! I can fit a novel, wallet, sunglasses case, keys, lipstick, small notebook, and a pen inside with plenty of wiggle room for additional items. If I remove the book, I can fit my DSLR camera inside the bag. It is more roomy than it looks!

Normally I shy away from satchela which are split in half inside. I prefer wide, open interiors because I can fit more things inside. The split in the Hava satchel is ideal because it leaves one large interior space, with a roomy pocket section which helps me separate small items from my larger items. Having an off-center split also allows me to fit my DSLR camera inside the bag, which as a blogger and Mother, is an essential feature I must have in my handbags!

The interior of the Proenza Schouler Hava satchel also offers a slit pocket which is great for receipts or keys. There is also a slim zipper compartment on the exterior of the handbag, on the backside. This is handy for large papers, tickets, or anything you want quick, yet secure access to.

Since this is a top handle satchel, it can be hard to secure the flap closure over the bag. Proenza Schouler has solved this common problem by including a hidden, interior chain which hooks on the front of the bag, making it really easy to secure the twist lock closure on the front of the handbag. Easy access, in and out of a handbag is also a key, essential feature. Thankfully the Proenza Schouler Hava satchel has that due to the smart little chain inside! Love it!

I am looking forward to wearing my Proenza Schouler Hava satchel in medium quite often. You can find the Hava satchel online in the small size here. The medium can be found online here.

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale fall 2016 my picks

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale top blogger picks fall 216Pictured: sunglasses (I am in LOVE with these!) / tie up flats (LOVE these shoes, I bought them full price, this is a great price! Plus, they are VERY ON TREND!) / backless top (va-va-voom!) / bomber jacket (VERY on trend for fall-hot must have item!) / handbag (designer must have for fall!) / blue coat (so cute! on my wish list) / MAC make-up (great deal on make-up that never goes on sale!) / So Real Dior sunglasses (hot IT item, must-have! I own a pair and love them!) / black watch (so sleek and chic!) / boots (classic closet staple) / burgundy mary janes (other colors avl. Very on trend for fall at a great price! I’m getting black)

It is that time of year again when the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale takes place offering fantastic discounts on new, fall merchandise. Love it!

Shopping at the Nordstrom Anniversary sale is great because it always includes classic and on-trend autumn shoes, handbags, and more at sale prices. I have scoured Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale for fall 2016 and handpicked on-trend items for the fall 2016 season which have fabulous pricing. These are shoes, handbags, clothing items, and beauty products which will carry you through the fall season, and hopefully be pieces you fall in love with. I know I am in love with several of them!

My favorite item of all time from the sale are these tie-up flats! I own them and purchased them full price. I have to admit, I am a little bit jealous that you can score them at a sale price! They are a hot IT item right now, and into the fall/winter season. You can find them online here.

I hope you enjoy my picks from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for the fall 2016 season. I have a few of these pieces in my shopping cart as we speak!

To shop the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale for fall 2016, please click here.

The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is offered to cardholders only from July 14-21. Starting on July 22, the sale opens up to the public and runs through August 7, 2016.

Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

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Top 10 handbag trends for fall 2016

 in Handbags / Trends  tagged cross body bags / fall 2016 / runway trends / satchels / shoulder bags / street style trends / tech gear / winter 2017 by

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My five favorite handbags from the top 10 handbag trends for fall 2016 from top left: box bag / snakeskin black shoulder bag / mini bag / saddle bag / circle bag

The fall 2016 fashion season is upon us. Stores are starting to stock their shelves with the very best from the fall  2016 runways, and this means it is time to think about the top 10 handbag trends for fall 2016.

The fall 2016 runways gave us many fashion trends to think about for the upcoming cool weather season. The 1970s are still in full swing, and neutrals are the new color palette. Pops of autumn hues such as burgundy, navy, dark mustard, and hunter green will add dimension to our charcoal, black, and white ensembles. Texture, embellishments, and flowing silhouettes will shape the way we put our outfits together. Best of all, our handbags will complete our looks; showing the world how fabulous we really are. Because let’s face it, you are never fully dressed without a handbag, and a bright smile!

There are some handbag trends for fall 2016 which are continuing from last season, and there are some which are emerging for now, and the fashion future. Whichever handbag trend catches your eye, you are sure to find at least one trend in fall handbags to suit your own personal style. So, without future adieu, here are the top ten handbag trends for fall 2016.

Graphic Dimension

Cross Body Satchels

Circle Bags

Fringe, Tassels, and Embellishments

Saddle Bags with a 1970s vibe

Mini Bags

Snakeskin

Box Bags (Train Cases) and Camera Bags

Logo Prints

Smartphone Mini Bags

 

The size of one’s handbag has always been up for debate every fashion season. For the fall 2016 season, we are starting to see a shift from small and mini bags, to acceptance of large bags. As slouchy handbags make a resurgence in the background, signalling a possible rise of the hobo bag in future seasons, medium and large handbags are starting to move into mini-bag territory. So if the mini bag has become a complete bore to you, and cross body satchels put you to sleep, think about investing in a Circle Bag, a Smartphone Mini Bag, a logo fabric bag with vintage appeal, or a soft and slouchy bag such as this one by Proenza Schouler.

There you have it! The top 10 handbag trends for fall 2016. Which handbag trend tickles your fancy? I am looking forward to the Circle Bag trend, the continuing Saddle Bag trend, and getting back into logo fabrics. Perhaps a Smartphone Mini Bag would be handy to have around too.

Happy handbag shopping, and stay fabulous 😉