The Best Bags Ever

1 - I can do better 2 - Jury's out 3 - Pretty darn good 4 - Splendiferous 5 - Awesometastic by 21 people | Log in to rate

Ranked #3,111 in Shopping, #30,956 overall

Something a woman can't live with out . . . the designer handbag especially one of the best bags ever!

Why is it that the handbag so defines us women? That we like to coordinate our bags with our outfits and shoes?

Every woman deserves to own one of the best bags ever! 

Some women are even lucky enough to have owned several of the best bags ever. What is your favorite designer bag ... did it make the list of "the best bags ever?"

Welcome ladies and interested gentlemen to the best bags ever!!!

Originally created on November 12, 2007.
Highest lensrank ever achieved: #8,217 overall.
Lens #151 in the quest for Giant Squid 200 Club.

The Best Bags Ever ... 

What makes a designer bag one of the best? There are a lot of elements that go into the mix ... you could say it's rather like a good package. There's the designer and his reputation along with good design and celebrity exposure. Excellent leather and exotic materials coupled with the finest craftsmanship are important. I personally like the extras from embossed hardware to chainlink straps, fringe, flaps, sometimes a pom-pom or two ... you know the bells and whistles without overdoing it. This past season the roomy, oversized satchel has been hot along with patent leather! As you can see, there are a lot of factors that make a bag one of the best. It's rather like magic!

In this lens, you will see some of the very BEST BAGS by their respective designer brands. Just how many designer brands can you think of that have sported their very own signature logos? Actually, quite a few! OK, which do you think are the most popular? To give you a little "hint" of the designer brands that made the BEST BAGS list, see if you can find their logo in the logo popcorn picture shown here!

Quick ... what's your favorite designer of the best bags ever? 

Loading poll. Please Wait...

Balenciaga 

One of the coolest styles of Balenciaga bags is the violet purple City bag!





Balenciaga is a fashion house founded by Cristobal Balenciaga, a Spanish designer. He introduced couture shapes to the women's world and was referred to as "the master of us all" by Christian Dior. His bubble skirts and odd, feminine, yet ultra-modern shapes were trademarks of the house.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Balenciaga Buzz 

Scorecard | Balenciaga Wins!
Is it for alliterative purposes (?Balenciaga Beats Balmain?) that the fashion week schedule once...
Chanel and Balenciaga and Louboutin, Oh My!
... and we have co-owner Christos Garkinos to thank for bringing us East Coasters a selection of Cha...
French Vogue BANNED From Balenciaga Show
While checking out the Balenciaga show's arrivals, we noticed one stylista was very conspicuousl...
Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton and YSL Vie for Top Buzz Spot
Three brands are neck and neck in the battle for the top spot on our buzz list: Balenciaga, Louis Vu...

Bottega Veneta 

Bottega Veneta has a variety of the woven leather handbags which exude a classic style.



Founded in the early 1960's, Bottega Veneta is a manufacturer of consumer goods, producing primarily men's and women's ready-to-wear clothing, small leather goods, and exclusive home items. The company is reputed for quality and exclusivity and its famed signature Intrecciato Line. The company merged with Gucci Group in July 2001.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Bottega Veneta Buzz 

Milan Fashion Week: At Bottega Veneta, Tomas Maier perfects the masculine ...
Saturday morning started with a knockout collection from Tomas Maier, who made significant strides t...
Clever couture: Bottega Veneta from catwalk to high street
Canary, primrose, daffodil or lemon, yellow is one of fashion's trickiest colours. But rather th...
Bottega Veneta ventures into new worlds
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- Since it was established in 1966, Bottega Veneta has always been known for its art...
Tomas Maier's Glittering Moscow Tour
by Miriam Elder MOSCOW ? Tomas Maier, creative director at Bottega Veneta, spent only 24 hours in...

Chanel 

Chanel has long been known for quality handbags. I had the opportunity to see many of their bags in person when I visited PrinTemps in Paris. Known for the quilted bag, the metallic adds a new dimension!



The House of Chanel , more commonly known as Chanel, is a Parisian fashion house in France founded by Gabrielle Bonheur "Coco" Chanel (b.1883 - d.1971). According to Forbes, the privately held House of Chanel is jointly owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gerard Wertheimer who are the grandsons of the early (1924) Chanel partner Pierre Wertheimer.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Chanel Buzz 

Rack, Mokango lead second-half rally as Mississippi State beats Middle Tennessee
PITTSBURGH (AP) ? Alexis Rack and Chanel Mokango led a frantic rally as Mississippi State, down ni...
Chanel Enters Haute Horology's Big Leagues
By JESSICA MICHAULT PARIS ? The Chanel name typically conjures up a number of images ? tweed sui...
St. Peter Chanel fulfills own expectations, wins spot in Ohio's Division IV ...
St. Peter Chanel players celebrate their victory over Shadyside on Friday in the Division IV regiona...
Akld shop investigated over fake Chanel
Lawyers representing French fashion giant Chanel are investigating a small Auckland gift shop for se...

Chloe 

The Chloe Paddington handbag has a motorcycle-chic appeal. It sports the padlock accessory and has been a celebrity favorite for more than one season.



Chloe is a French luxury fashion design house headquartered in Paris, France. Founded in 1952 by French-Egyptian creator Gaby Aghion, the house produces women's pret-a-porter, accessories, and fragrances.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Chloe Buzz 

Peacocks sells out of £10 version of £9000 'must have' Chloe bag
The brown satchel - which bears a striking resemblance to the original Chloe bag - is made of mock a...
Chloe 2010 Spring Summer - Paraty Shoulder Bag
Following the nude handbag trend for Spring/Summer 2010, Chloe offers up the former it-bag in a gorg...
The Los Angeles Independent - Community Newspaper Serving Hollywood and West ...
But when it comes to her craft, the rising star from Allentown, Pennsylvania is showing nerves of st...
Baby Chloe needs a liver
She has a bag packed in the bedroom, ready for her to walk out the door, at a moment's notice, w...

Christian Dior 

Mention the "saddle bag" and most handbag fashionistas will instantly recognize the Christian Dior brand. This is probably one of the most unique shapes of designer handbags out there.



Christian Dior (France January 21, 1905 - October 23, 1957 Italy), was an influential French fashion designer. He was born in Granville, Manche, Normandy, France. Dior flagship boutiques are found in Paris, Milan, Rome, London, New York, Beverly Hills, Tokyo, Osaka, Hong Kong, Boston, Honolulu, San Francisco and Shanghai.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Christian Dior Buzz 

At Christian Dior, John Galliano phones it in
At Dior, John Galliano seems to be in a creative rut, slapping a hokey new theme on old clothes seas...
Liberty vs. Libertine
At Christian Dior, John Galliano rode his horsey haute couture style at full gallop. But Mr. Gallian...
Haute Couture Takes On Horlogerie
Christian Dior works with Zenith, Concepto and Quinting. "The traditional watch brands primaril...
French Politicians Fill Front Row at Christian Dior
At Christian Dior, politicians filled the void. French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde and Indust...

Coach 

Do you know that if you do an eBay search for Coach bags that you'll get over 16,000 auction listings and some 7,500+ eBay store listings for such a bag??? Does that not tell you something ~ yes, the Coach brand is POPULAR! The most recognizable style Coach bag is the Signature Logo with the double Cs!



Coach Inc. is an American leather goods company. Coach began as a family-owned business in a loft in Manhattan, New York in 1941. It is famous for ladies' handbags, as well as items for both men and women, such as luggage, briefcases, wallets, and other accessories (belts, shoes, silk scarves, umbrellas, sunglasses, key chains, etc.). Coach also offers watches, footwear, and office furniture.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Coach Buzz 

Roomy Coach handbag is a favorite
Black Franco Sarto boots, Coach purse. How long does it take you to get ready in the morning? What&#...
Coach to Expand Perfume to Department Stores, International Markets
Coach has been cutting handbag prices and introducing new styles in an effort to improve sales of sh...
10 charged in Seattle knockoff purse ring; $18 million in bogus goods seized
They followed that purchase with a second buy -- a Coach purse sold for $50 -- at a second Toure&#39...
Coach (COH): A Fashionable Investment
"Coach's bag and accessory sales rose about 3% across all channels in North America, and 18...

Dolce & Gabbana 

Dolce & Gabbana designer bags have that exotic appeal. This brand does a great treatment of animal print; i.e. leopard, pony hair, python with a great use of hardware to accessorize their designer line. Their bags are stylish with an edgy appeal.



Dolce & Gabbana is a high-end fashion house started by the Italian designers Domenico Dolce, born near Palermo, Sicily, and Stefano Gabbana, born in Milan, Italy. Dolce & Gabbana are very popular for their designs in the Hollywood industry; they have designed clothes for Madonna, Monica Bellucci, Ayumi Hamasaki, Isabella Rossellini and Kylie Minogue amongst others. The company is based near Milan (Legnano).

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Dolce & Gabbana Buzz 

Dolce & Gabbana: power couple
Meet the dynamic pair behind the brand I vividly remember Dolce & Gabbana's early menswear s...
Madonna and Dolce & Gabbana: Killer Combo
She's always been a fashion icon, and they've always pushed the boundaries, and now Madonna...
Hermes, Versace And Dolce & Gabbana FAIL Chinese Quality Control Tests, Some ...
Hermes, Versace, Dolce & Gabbana, Trussardi, Hugo Boss, and Paul & Shark are among brands th...
Scorecard | Dolce & Gabbana Wins!
Dolce & Gabbana closed out the women's fashion week with a sentimental paean to sensuality a...

Fendi 

For years, Fendi bags have been instantly recognizable with their double F signature logo zucca canvas. Last year, their Spy bags were the rage! This season you can still see those two styles PLUS a variety of some cool looks including the Selleria.



Fendi is an Italian fashion designer brand founded in 1918. Today, Fendi is owned by LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton S.A. group, with creative director Karl Lagerfeld at its helm. Fendi's trademark is sofas and women's clothing.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Fendi Buzz 

Fendi wins counterfeits injunction against Filene's
By Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK, March 12 (Reuters) - The Italian fashion house Fendi won a court victo...
On the street
It will showcase the newest sunglasses and eyewear from designers such as Cole Haan, Fendi, BCBG, El...
Milan Goes in All Directions
By contrast, the clothes for Fendi looked modern and relaxed. Karl Lagerfeld seems to have two lines...
Kathy Griffin wears lobbyist hat for a day, urging repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell
Kathy Griffin's Fendi shoes. (Roxanne Roberts/The Washington Post) Griffin changed into the outf...

Givenchy 

If you've read my lens on Givenchy, you undoubtedly know that I am a huge fan of this designer brand ... in fact, it is my favorite designer! I've really been adoring the Givenchy Nightengale Satchel for quite a while and am teetering on the edge of commiting to buy one! How about you?



Givenchy is a French brand of clothing, accessories, perfumes and cosmetics with les Parfums Givenchy. It was founded in 1952 by designer Hubert de Givenchy, who retired in 1995. John Galliano succeeded him as designer, but he was later replaced by Alexander McQueen. In 2001, designer Julien McDonald was appointed Artistic Director for the women's lines, while in 2003 Ozwald Boateng was appointed the designer for the men's range. Clothing lines include haute couture as well as ready-to-wear men's and women's fashions.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Givenchy Buzz 

Fab Ad: Givenchy, Spring '10
I always look forward to Riccardo Tisci's ads for Givenchy and this one doesn't disappoint....
AW10 PFW Report: Givenchy
It started with a perfect wardrobe wake up at Celine, and by suppertime, at Givenchy, the closet was...
41 Facts About Alexander McQueen
He worked as the head designer at French couture house Givenchy for five years before launching his...
Paris: Minimalism Talks
I liked the Givenchy show a lot. I liked the way Riccardo Tisci used tailoring, not minimalist but p...

Gucci 

If you ask a college student what's the HOT bag, she'll most likely tell you Gucci ... as will many teenagers. Gucci is another designer brand long known for it signature double GG logo canvas bags. The Gucci 85th Anniversary bag is a stand-out.



The House of Gucci, better known as simply Gucci, is an Italian iconic fashion and leather goods label. It was founded by Guccio Gucci (b.1881 - d.1953) in Florence in 1906. Gucci is considered one of the most famous, prestigious, and easily recognizable fashion brands in the world.



Gucci generated over US$7 billion worldwide of revenue in 2006 according to BusinessWeek magazine and was ranked 46th in the magazine's annual chart "Top 100 Brands". For this reason Gucci is the second biggest selling fashion brand after LVMH. Most importantly Gucci is the biggest selling Italian brand in the world.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Gucci Buzz 

'O Lets Do it' Rapper Waka Flocka Flame Released From Houston County Jail
Atlanta rapper, Waka Flocka Flame, who is currently signed under Gucci Mane's 'So Icey Enter...
International smuggling ring used Baltimore as entry to US, authorities say
An international counterfeiting ring smuggled tens of millions of dollars worth of fake Coach handba...
Gucci moves into new quarters at 150 Worth
The new 4500-square-foot Gucci store at 150 Worth. The site is the retailer's third location on...
Gucci Mane Taps Nicki Minaj, Yo Gotti For New Mixtape Release The Burrprint 2!
So Icey CEO, Gucci Mane, who is currently serving out a 12 month prison sentence has announced that...

Hermes 

Well, when a style fashionista thinks of Hermes, she thinks of two different luxury bags ... the Kelly and the Birkin. Both are celebrity-inspired; i.e., the Kelly is attributed to Grace Kelly of Monaco and the Birkin to Jane Birkin, the edgy actress. Of late, the Birkin has gotten it's share of publicity.



Hermes is a leather goods, fashion, and perfume company based in Paris. It is widely regarded as among the most prestigious and exclusive fashion houses in the world and is known for its famous "H" logo. Founded in 1837 by Thierry Hermes as a saddlery company, the business has remained mostly in the control of the Hermes family for almost two hundred years. Today, the house of Hermes produces ready-to-wear fashion, home decor, jewelery, luggage, and fragrances as well as saddles.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Hermes Buzz 

Kelly Brook's bag sickness
The model-and-actress claims the luxury black leather Hermes Birkin accessory - which cost £1600 -...
'Birkin' Yoga
Even a yoga instructor such as myself knows of, and has fantasized about, the Hermes Birkin bag. Its...
Kelly Brook: I was sick in my £1600 bag
The actress, 30, threw up in her £1600 Hermes Birkin while being driven home in a taxi. 'I was...
Kelly Brook throws up in her designer handbag
The model-and-actress claims the luxury black leather Hermes Birkin accessory ? which cost £1600...

Jimmy Choo 

Yes ladies, I said "Jimmy Choo!" I know, you're thinking shoes, but get this ... you can find that Jimmy Choo in the clutches of many celebrities the likes of poshy Victoria Beckham! Stay tuned for further details ...



Dato' Jimmy Choo OBE, born Jimmy Choo Yeang Keat, is a London-based luxury fashion designer best known for his hand-made women's shoes. Choo is a Malaysian of Hakka Chinese descent who was born in Penang in 1961 into a family of shoemakers. In 1996, he co-founded Jimmy Choo Ltd with UK Vogue accessories editor Tamara Mellon.



The Jimmy Choo London line, also known as Jimmy Choo ready-to-wear or simply, Jimmy Choo, is now under the purview of Tamara Mellon and Sandra Choi. Choi, who was an apprentice under Choo, is the Creative Director at the company. She is the niece of Choo's wife Rebecca. The ready-to-wear line has expanded to include accessories such as handbags.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Jimmy Choo Buzz 

Spring Forward with Style at The Bravern on March 19 and 20
By Alison Brownrigg Jimmy Choo is one of The Shops at The Bravern participating in this spring fashi...
Fab Ad: Jimmy Choo, Spring '10
Jimmy Choo's Fall ads with Angela Lindvall were damn sexy, but the ones for Spring are fulminati...
Do you have a fetish for high heels?
I pull out my black Jimmy Choo stilettos whenever I'm in the mood for a bit of power dressing. A...
Amanda Seyfried: Breakthrough Female Star of the Year!
The 24-year-old actress, who finished her look with Jimmy Choo heels, also had her upcoming film, Le...

Kate Spade 

Trying to pick just one "best bag" from Kate Spade is pretty difficult as she does a terrific job with the KISS--keep it simple--principle in designing her classic bags. Her patent leather bags have been the most desirable.



Kate Spade (born Katherine Noel Brosnahan in Kansas City, Missouri in 1962) is the co-founder and namesake of the designer brand Kate Spade New York. Together, Andy and Kate launched their New York-based design company "kate spade handbags" in January 1993, selling mainly handbags. Today Kate Spade sells a variety of items including, stationery, personal organizers, address books, shoes, beauty products, perfume, raincoats, pajamas, eyewear, and in 2004, launched "kate spade at home." The home collection includes bedding, bath items, china, various items for the home and wallpaper.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Kate Spade Buzz 

Fresh looks for a new season GEORGEA KOVANIS
By Kate Spade. $395 at nordstrom.com . Also: katespade.com. Everything's coming up roses, and da...
Weekend Update: Ralph Lauren's RLX opens in Malibu, spring looks by Kate Spade ...
On Friday, Kate Spade creative director Deborah Lloyd shows off the latest bag and accessory looks f...
Kate Spade Goes on a Preppy Road Trip for Spring 2010 Ad Campaign
And to mark the occasion, Kate Spade is showing off its new Spring 2010 ad campaign, plus doling out...
Kate Spade Kicks Off Spring with Pinwheel Coupons
In honor of spring's start, Kate Spade will have reps handing out pinwheels on street corners in...

Louis Vuitton 

IMHO, Louis Vuitton is the ONE bag that has achieved the most "exposure" in that you can go to any local mall and see many women AND girls of all ages carrying one of their bags, whether authentic or not so authentic. Again, I've had the pleasure to travel to Paris to the actual LV store and see their bags in person. I don't yet own one. LV probably has the most recognizable signature logo tan and brown bags around.



The Louis Vuitton Company (more commonly known simply as Louis Vuitton) is a luxury French fashion and leather goods brand and company, headquartered in Paris, France. It is a division of the French holding company, LVMH Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy S.A. The company is named after its founder Louis Vuitton (August 4, 1821-February 27, 1892), who designed and manufactured luggage, as a Malletier during the second half of the nineteenth century.



The company manufactures and markets luxury leather goods, fashion accessories, pret-a-porter, and jewelry. Many of the company's products utilize the signature brown Damier and Monogram Canvas materials, both of which were first used in the late 19th century. All of the company's products utilize the eponymous LV initials.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Louis Vuitton Buzz 

Team NZ wins Louis Vuitton Trophy
The Louis Vuitton regatta provides racing for America's Cup teams locked out of the latest Cup r...
Kiwis Take Lead in Vuitton Regatta
By AP Team New Zealand beat Mascalzone Latino of Italy by 12 seconds to take a 1-0 lead in their bes...
Google Likely to Win EU Court Battle Over Ads
... of Justice in Luxembourg next week pits Google against a number of French luxury goods firms inc...
British crew TeamOrigin bow out of Louis Vuitton Trophy
Britain's TeamOrigin failed to qualify for the semi-finals of the Louis Vuitton Trophy regatta i...

Marc Jacobs 

If there were a horse race, Marc Jacobs "might" be considered the dark horse that edges in at the finish line to take that victory. This designer brand has appeal, but seems to just attaining the recognition that it so deserves.



Marc Jacobs (born April 9, 1963 in New York City) is an American fashion designer. He attended the High School of Art and Design in New York City and graduated in 1981. Marc Jacobs and Robert Duffy joined Tristan Russo in 1989. Robert as the President and Marc as the Vice-President of women's design to create the designer collection and in addition, he oversaw the design of the various women's licensees. In 1992, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, once again bestowed Jacobs with a great honor: The Women's Designer of the Year Award.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Marc Jacobs Buzz 

CFDA designers offer one another accolades at a show the public, mostly, ignores
This year's nominees were announced Wednesday evening in New York and include Alexander Wang, Ma...
Scorecard | Louis Vuitton Wins!
240 shows and 1802 reviews later, we're happy to report that Marc Jacobs, who took us all over t...
Chic in Review | Their Cups Runneth Over
Could Alexander Wang defeat the great Marc Jacobs for best women's wear? Was accidentally stabbe...
In Search of Excitement
MARC JACOBS is again in the running for women's designer of the year from the Council of Fashion...

Michael Kors 

If you're looking for a very affordable designer bag, why not look to Michael Kors. He's got some styles this season that are quite stylish and trendy ~ the Astor and the Chestertown for example. The Astor is great as it's more than adequately sized and comes in a variety of colors and materials.





Michael Kors (born August 9, 1959) is an American fashion designer. Kors is renowned for his classic, chic, and luxurious but sensible aesthetic on American sportswear and other clothing styles. Recently, the Michael Kors brand has begun expanding. In addition to the Micheal Kors runway collection, the MICHAEL Michael Kors and KORS Michael Kors lines were launched in 2004. MICHAEL, though still considered upscale, is more reasonably priced and available to the public.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Michael Kors Buzz 

CFDA designers offer one another accolades at a show the public, mostly, ignores
Others who will be honored when the awards are handed out June 7 at Lincoln Center include the late...
Michael Kors Dresses Weatherproof Mannequin, Gets Taste of His Own Project ...
18 2010 @ 3:32PM Michael Kors, Betsey Johnson, Diane von Furstenberg and 17 other top American desig...
The Buzz - The Week That Was
-- The twice-canceled 2009 San Francisco Ballet fashion show fundraiser is now set for April 28 at t...
Rumor: Michael Kors to Take Over Former Madison Ungaro Space
Madison Avenue Spy heard through the grapevine that Michael Kors will add the Madison Avenue gem to...

Prada 

OK, talking about the Prada brand ... I have an Italian girlfriend in New Jersey who carries an authentic black leather Prada bag. She gets oodles of compliments on it and she loves it. In addition to having great classic bags, Prada has an array of other captivating styles that it's tough to pick just one. I like the dome bowler as it's a new take on the YSL muse bag--a style I adore!





Prada, S.p.A. is a well-known Italian fashion company (also known as a "label" or "house") with retail outlets worldwide. The company, originally known in Italy as "Prada Brothers", was founded in 1913 by Mario Prada in Milan. In 1978, Mario's granddaughter Miuccia Prada inherited what was still a leather goods business from her grandfather, and led the company's expansion into couture with an overall more bohemian style. Miu Miu is a second line of clothing, often simpler and evoking a continual image of high-end vintage items. It was followed by the Prada Sport 'Linea Rossa'. Currently Prada is considered one of the most influential clothing designers in the fashion industry.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Prada Buzz 

Scorecard | Prada Wins!
Thursday's shows opened with a girl-with-the-band party like usual at Just Cavalli, and even Miu...
Prada Store Manager Claims She Was Forced To Fire 'Old, Fat, Ugly' Employees
Senior retail manager for Prada Japan Rina Bovrisse claims that the CEO of Prada Japan Davide Sesia...
Ex-Prada Employee Sues Japanese Division for Discrimination
An ex-retail manager for Prada's Japanese division, Rina Bovrisse, has followed through on her p...
The Hun Wears Prada as Muti, 'Attila' Debut at the Met: Review
He wore designs by Miuccia Prada, stepping to the stage in smart black garments brightened by LED li...

Tod's 

J.P. Tod's may not be the first brand that comes to mind when searching for a top designer bag, but it does deserve mention for a great mid-price bag. In particular, the Charlotte bag is so stylish and practical.



Tod's Group is an Italian company which produces shoes and other leather goods, and presided over by businessman Diego Della Valle. It is famous for its driving shoes and D-bag. The family started the shoemaking business out of a basement in the late 1920s. The family expanded the workshop and turned it into a factory by Doro who also started manufacturing shoes for American department stores in the 1970s. The son of the owner, Diego, brought in innovative marketing strategies in the early 1980s, kept the handmade manufacturing process and went on to create brands of lifestyle named Tod's, Hogan and Fay.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Tod's Buzz 

Lagerfeld to Help Tod's With Its Hogan Brand
The strategy of the Tod's Group, which includes the Fay and Roger Vivier brand, the high-end Fre...
Tod's revisits iconic designs and the Kennedy look
Even royalty has been spotted using Tod's. Queen Rania of Jordan was seen with a Tod's Pashm...
A good fit
In true Tod's spirit, the Milanese shoemaker label hosted a quiet and elegant lunch which only a...
Classic to the Core
... that isn't "just a nice bag, but an inherently precious object, almost a piece of art,&...

Versace 

I've been a fan of Italian-made designer handbags for quite a while. The Versace brand has that pop culture appeal with the fun "Snap Out of It" designer bag.



Gianni Versace S.p.A. is an Italian clothier founded by Gianni Versace in 1978. After Gianni Versace was killed by Andrew Cunanan on July 15, 1997, his sister Donatella Versace, formerly vice-president, stepped in as creative director of the designing of Versace and his older brother Santo Versace became CEO.



The first Versace boutique was opened in Milan's Via della Spiga in 1978, (though the Versace family are from Reggio Calabria) and its popularity was immediate. Today, Versace is one of the world's leading international fashion houses. Versace designs, markets and distributes luxury clothing, accessories, fragrances, makeup and home furnishings under the various brands of the Versace Group.

Loading Fetching new data from eBay now... please stand by
eBay

Versace Buzz 

China Impounds Versace, Zara Clothes on Quality Tests
March 16 (Bloomberg) -- The Chinese province of Zhejiang impounded shipments of luxury apparel from...
Versace: Know your ABC's intellectual property and intellectual property rights
Barnes & Noble Inc promoted the head of its e-commerce business to chief executive, weeks after...
Ashley Tisdale in Nylon Mag — First Look!
Thanks to TheMissTisdale.net, we see the 24-year-old actress modeling Gucci, Versace and the comfy T...
Fab Ad: Georgia May Jagger For Versace, Spring '10
Her latest conquest is Versace's Spring '10 ad campaign. The stunner is lying down, wearing...

Be sure to weigh in on the best bags ever poll! 

Loading poll. Please Wait...

OK, tell me ... am I right about the best bags ever? 

Did I get the best bags as you see 'em? What might I have missed? Which is your FAVORITE?



submit

Creative Commons License 

Do Squidoo, But Don't Plagiarize ...

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License.

Plagiarism is the unauthorized use or close imitation of the language and thoughts of another author and the representation of them as one's own original work ... it is just NOT cool so don't do it!