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DeMellier Vancouver bag review

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demellier vancouver bag review

DeMellier Vancouver bag review: outfit idea: cozy sweater / golden hoop earrings / golden ring / nail polish / joggers / DeMellier Vancouver bag in black pebbled leather / high top sneakers /

Are you in a classic mood? I am in a classic mood. I love everything timeless and chic right now. Styles which are simple, no-fuss, and transcend trends are calling my name. Despite all that, while this bag by DeMellier is a classic, it is also on trend. Imagine that!

Box bags are huge right now. In addition, logo-mania is over, which means, the pendulum has swung back to the anonymous handbag and clean lines. While bright colors, pastel hues, and metallic fabrications are on trend, flashing logos is not. This means you can reach for a classic shoulder bag in any color as long as the logo isn’t screaming at people. Love that!

The classic box bag is a must for any wardrobe. This style of handbag will transcend time and you will be able to wear it for years to come. While there are hundreds, if not thousands, of box bags to choose from, very few will catch my eye and give me the urge to purchase it. The Vancouver Bag from DeMellier did just that. The classic box bag shape combined with the sturdy pebbled leather and chic clasp, called my name. I had to have one!

The DeMellier Vancouver bag comes in several neutral hues as well as understated seasonal colors. I decided to go with classic black, because as you know, I love black handbags! You can never own enough black handbags!

There are three different types of leather on the DeMellier Vancouver bag to choose from. There is a smooth leather, a pebbled leather, and a stamped exotic leather. I decided to go with pebbled leather because I always find it is soft yet sturdy. Pebbled leather is also easy to clean and less prone to scratching than smooth leathers. As a mother of three, this is an important leather feature!

The DeMellier Vancouver bag comes in one size. I would call this a small/medium. It is roomier than a small bag, but not quite as large as your typical medium handbag. I can easily fit my wallet, sunglasses case, lipstick, keys, and phone inside with some room to spare. The main compartment is just the right size, and the slim, front compartment is perfect for a phone. There is also a small zipper pocket inside, I have not used this pocket yet.

What fits inside the DeMellier Vancouver bag

There are some luxurious features on the DeMellier Vancouver bag I also love. The clasp is very secure as it has a small push button on the bottom which unlocks the clasp. You can see it popped in the two photos below. This makes the bag secure and less likely to get pick-pocketed while on public transportation or in a large crowd. I am very happy with this security feature.

demellier vancouver handbag review
demellier vancouver pebbled leather handbag review

In addition to the secure clasp, the strap is adjustable! This is important because handbag strap trends are shifting. We are moving away from the cross-body bag and going back to the classic shoulder bag. The strap on the DeMellier Vancouver bag can be worn long or pulled up from the center of the top of the bag and worn short. This gives the bag flexibility so you can wear it cross body, 1970s style as a long shoulder bag, or 1990s style as a short shoulder bag. Love that!

So far, I love wearing my DeMellier Vancouver bag on a daily basis. It is a fabulous everyday bag. This shoulder bag can also be worn during the day with shorts or jeans, as well as dressed up at night. It is very versatile. I love a day-into-evening bag!

The DeMellier Vancouver bag is a great handbag to not only rock the box bag trend, but also as a classic wardrobe staple. Love! Which color do you plan to get?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

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Best of Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2022

best nordstrom anniversary sale 2022

Best of Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2022 from top left: black handbag / casual belt (under $50) / hairdryer / statement earrings / yellow sweater / moto jacket / henley sweater / black boots / street sneakers / split shaft boots /

The annual Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is here! Today, Nordstrom’s big spenders get to start shopping the sale early. Tomorrow, Ambassador level customers are able to shop the sale, followed by Influencer level shoppers on July 9, and the general public on July 15. Basically, if you have a Nordstrom credit card, you will fall into one of the first three categories-and chances are, you already know where you fall!

This sale can be very tempting, but if you are not careful, you will over-shop. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is a combination of summer items, year-round basics, and pre-fall merchandise. You won’t find anything trendsetting or groundbreaking in the sale. This is a sale which is ideal for stocking up on basics, and necessities you might need right now, or anticipate needing in the fall season. Remember, the real fall merchandise will hit stores in early August, and throughout the month. This is pre-fall and not a reflection of incoming trends.

Before you make your shopping list for the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, take an inventory of your closet. What do you have from last year that still works? What is your wardrobe lacking? What basics do you need? This sale is a great time to pick up underwear, socks, workout clothing, and basic fall needs such as neutral boots, sneakers, and classic sweaters.

There is a lot of merchandise to go through in this sale! It can be overwhelming! Plus, when you go in store, there is total chaos. Shopping online is the best way to score what you want from this sale, and also maintain sanity. Who wants to shop with the vultures? Not me! I’m shopping this sale from the comfort of my own home, in my slippers. Love that!

So, without further ado, here are my favorites from the sale; in addition to what is featured above. To shop, go to the scrollable shopping widget below the collage and click on the photo of the item you are interested in. You will be taken directly to that item.

Best Handbags Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

best handbags nordstrom anniversary sale

The sale has some classic bags, as well as on trend items such as this clutch! I also love this grey hobo bag. As you know hobo handbags are huge this year, and this grey one is classic and clean. Love!

Best Beauty Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

best beauty nordstrom anniversary sale

I am a huge fan of the nail polish remover, mascara, eye pencils, and hand cream pictured above. I own and love all of them!

Best Sweaters Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

best sweaters nordstrom anniversary sale 2022

Aren’t these sweaters fabulous? I plan on buying the yellow sweater, the Henley, and hopefully one more from this collage. I just have to wait my turn!

Best Shoes Nordstrom Anniversary Sale

best shoes boots nordstrom anniversary sale 2022

Platforms and golden footwear are huge for fall. I am hoping to pick up one of these golden boots for the fall season. I also love the croc printed pair at the bottom of the collage. Love!

What are you loving from the sale? I can’t wait to hear what you buy!

Happy shopping and stay fabulous!

XOXO
Cathy


Summer 2022 handbag trends

summer 2022 handbag trends

Summer 2022 handbag trends from top left: bright bags / small bags / metallic bags / box bag / small square tote / oversize tote / bucket bag / hobo bag aka “Moon Shape” /

The summer 2022 handbag trends are in full swing, and thankfully we have a lot of these bags in our closets! There aren’t any surprises for the summer season when it comes to handbags. We already knew hobo bags, bucket bags, brightly colored bags, small or mini bags, and ’90’s oversized bags were going to be hot for 2022. So, it comes as no surprise that these bags are hot for the summer season. Of course, we can still rock our pouch bags, straw bags, and cross body bags during the summer season, but there are few styles we need to make sure we pull out of our closets, or invest in, for the summer season.

Hobo Bags “Moon Shaped Bags:” OK, we already knew both structured and soft hobo bags were going to be hot throughout 2022, but for some reason, people have started calling them “Moon Shaped Bags” for summer 2022. This could be due to the fact that some designers have really exaggerated the hobo shape on their structured versions, making them into an obvious moon. Or, someone, somewhere, just wanted to update the name. Either way, a moon bag is just a hobo. Pull yours out from your closet if you haven’t already, or invest in a new one. This handbag style is hotter than hot, and it isn’t going anywhere in the near future.

Oversized Bag: Did you have a bag in the early 2000’s and late ’90’s that could fit the kitchen sink inside? Pull it out from the back of your closet. Vintage oversized bags are hot right now. If you don’t already have one, or desire something new, this is the upcoming trend in handbags. I have my eye on that chocolate brown beauty in the collage!

Bright bags: Not all your bags need to be neutral. Find a brightly colored bag for the summer and enjoy rocking it.

Bucket bag: Many bags this summer season look like a pail. You can go the trendy pail route or stick with a classic bucket bag such as the beauty pictured above. Either way, buckets are hot right now.

Box bags: Here is something classic yet new on the handbag trend scene! You’ve likely seen box bags forever, but for summer 2022 they are building momentum as a hot trend. This is a classic style you can feel confident in investing in since after the trend, the bag will still be relevant as a classic style. Look for square styles which are small or medium in size and offer a shoulder strap, not cross body. I would stick to a neutral hue in this style since it is classic. This will give your new bag longevity.

Metallic bags: Gold, silver, bronze, pewter, and even shiny colors are hot for summer. While gold bags are the hottest of the bunch, go for a color that works well with your wardrobe. I am eyeing that pewter bag pictured above.

Square tote: The square tote is still hot! Keep rocking yours or invest in a new one for summer. It’s a great way to carry a small bag which still fits a lot of items such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and a water bottle; everything we need on a hot summer day.

Straw bags: Although not pictured, straw bags are hot this summer season. Try investing in a classic straw bag, or go for a new, trendy style. Either way, they are refreshing for the summer season.

Pouch bags: Also, not pictured, pouch bags are still hot! Keep rocking your pouch, whether large or small. It’s a hot IT bag right now!

Small and mini bags: Small and mini bags, especially cross body, are still hot. Keep rocking yours and invest in a new one if you need a refresh for summer. Look for a fun color or metallic hue. Have fun with your mini bag!

What is your favorite style for the summer season? Are you investing in a new bag, or shopping your closet this season?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy