Chanel to Align Handbag Prices in Europe and Asia

French luxury designer Chanel has announced that it plans to raise handbag prices in Europe and lower them in Asia to create more consistent pricing around the world. The changes will influence the prices of the 11.12, 2.55, and Boy Bag and will go into effect on April 8. Customers who buy Chanel bags in […]

Handbag Makers Become Victims of Their Own Success

Many luxury brands rely on handbags and accessories for the majority of their sales. These items are one-size-fits-all, easy to produce, and profitable and offer consumers a way to own a luxury item without spending money on an entire wardrobe. Luxury handbag makers have drawn in new customers in recent years by opening new stores […]

How to Care for Your Handbag

If you have decided to purchase a new handbag, you know how pricey they can be. In order to protect your investment, it is important to take proper care of your handbag. Here are some tips. Pens and makeup can stain the inside of a handbag and can be difficult or impossible to remove. Keep […]

Nicky Hilton and Linea Pelle Collaborate on Handbag Collection

Fashion designer Nicky Hilton released a book called “365 Style” and has collaborated with handbag and accessories brand Linea Pelle on a fall 2015 handbag collection called Nicky Hilton x Linea Pelle. The collection was debuted at the Coterie NY fashion trade show in New York City and will formally launch in September. Linea Pelle […]

Secure on Style Handbags Given out at Awards Shows

Tammy Blakesee designed clear handbags to meet NFL security requirements. Her Secure on Style bags have been given out to attendees at many awards ceremonies, including the Grammys and the Academy Awards. A liner is placed at the bottom of a clear bag, and belongings are placed inside. After the wearer passes through security, the […]

LADYBAG Can Provide Warmth and Charge Devices

Andrea Pisarcikova, a Slovak lawyer, has created a line of handbags called LADYBAGs that can provide warmth and also charge cell phones or tablets. She decided to make the handbags after she realized that she had a need for those features but could not find that type of handbag. The handbags have two USB ports […]

Braccialini Carinabags in Grammy Talent Gift Bags

Luxury handbag designer Braccialini, which is known for its artistic and unique designs, was a sponsor of the official gift bags given to singers and musicians at the 57th Annual Grammy Awards, which were held on Sunday, February 8 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Many in the entertainment industry consider the Grammy talent […]

Sales of Men’s Bags Are Growing

Sales of bags worn by men grew in 2014, while sales of handbags for women declined by 5 percent. Men bought 5.9 million luxury bags in 2014, compared to 25.6 million luxury bags that were bought by women. Top designers, including Armani, Dior, and Thom Browne, have shown handbags for men on the run ways […]

Alessandro Michele Named New Gucci Creative Director

French luxury group Kering announced that it has promoted Alessandro Michele, who was head of accessories at Gucci, to the role of creative director. Michele is replacing Frida Giannini. Giannini and CEO Patrizio di Marco were asked to step down at the end of 2014. Kering’s move is based on their hope that Gucci’s brand […]

Celebrities Design Fendi Handbags to Benefit Charities

Sarah Jessica Parker, Rihanna, Rachel Feinstein, Jourdan Dunn, and Leandra Medine are teaming up with luxury handbag maker Fendi to create unique bags that will be auctioned off to benefit charities of their choice. The celebrities designed personalized versions of Fendi’s popular 3Baguette handbag and a micro-baguette. The handbags will be introduced at a cocktail […]