I found this article and had to share it with you. In the midst of craziness that comes during this time of year in the fashion industry, I found this article to be refreshing. Of course, like always, I share all of my handbag insights with all of you. There is a handbag exhibit that is called, “Pocketbook Anthropology: A Treasure of Handbags,” and examines the significance of purses. Now, I’m sure you all know by now that being a “handbag expert” Erin and I like to use the word handbag, but we’ll put that aside for now. What was so interesting to me about this exhibit was the vast amount of handbags that were brought in and the differences in them. Everything from homemade handbags to art pieces. To so many people handbags are just seen as material objects, but you also have to remember that there are just as many that actually have a connection with their handbag. Women carry them everyday, take them everywhere and put their most personal pocessions in them. Handbags help to describe who a person is and what kind of style they have. Not everyone may see that in a handbag, but there are many that do. The next time you are sitting at a coffee shop people watching take a look at the handbags that come into that store and the people carrying them. You just may turn into handbag fanatics like us!

and of course, thanks to (www.journalnow.com; August 14th, 2008) for my inspiration!

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In hard economic times, everybody is looking for new ways to re-use items and to save money on the items that they need to buy. I’m not sure why it’s taken everyone so long to jump on the bandwagon; I’ve been looking for vintage and used handbags for a long time now! Maybe it’s just because I’ve been on quite a budget these days. Although I blog about bags that cost hundreds of dollars, the reality is that not everybody can afford them. Erin and I always give you sales and deals updates, so keep looking for those(you can save a lot of money on designer bags just by watching out for sales). You can also keep your eye out for great deals at unusual places. Don’t only look at the local mall for great deals on brand name handbags, there are a few other places that I’ve found can save you a lot of money! Keep in mind that you probably won’t find something on your first visit; try checking these places out once a week and you will come across some good finds. Find your local thrift store(some are definitely better than others). Keep in mind the area that you are in and what kind of people will donate to what stores. I’ve found designer handbags at thrift stores for only a few dollars. People are starting to catch onto the trend and will price the designer bags a lot higher than a few dollars, but you are still saving money. The other place to look is garage sales! A few weekends ago I found a house that had dozens of handbags, totes and wallets laid out on the ground with a sign saying “$2.00 for everything.” Just be versatile and creative; it’s the only way to save yourself some money right now. Who knows, maybe it’s something that you will catch on to and start doing all the time. Don’t get me wrong, it’s great to have a few really nice handbags, but keep in mind that there are tons of great deals out there on slightly used merchandise!

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I know that I’m not the only one suffering lately. With prices soaring, it’s hard to find a good deal on good quality products…so I am here to help. I’ve found 4 handbags that you can buy for $50 or less that will keep you looking like the fashion diva that you are! Act fast, these great prices won’t be around for much longer!

Nine West Great Find Tote $51.99	Necessary Objects Karina Tote $48.00
Shiraleah Cindy Large Bowling Bag $36.80	Roxy Gloria Bag $34.00

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