Black satchels for fall 2012

The black satchel is one of the most classic handbag styles in existence. This iconic handbag silhouette is in almost every Fashionista’s closet, and if it is not, it very well should be!
With fall’s vintage inspired looks and darker color palette, the black satchel has become a favorite handbag choice. The black satchel is being paired with old-world styles, vintage inspired frocks and as a neutral accessory for color blocked ensembles and fall’s vivid prints.

The black satchel is so iconic, it is a handbag worth investing in; even if you think you may not wear it a lot during this upcoming fall season. Even if a black satchel is only pulled out from your closet a handful of times during a season, it will continue to be a classic and easy handbag to wear season after season; without ever looking dated or off-trend. Love that!

Black satchels for fall are being found in both trendy styles and classic, clean silhouettes. The black satchel can be found in smooth, timeless fabrications such as leather, faux-leather, vegan fabrications, exotic skins and nylon. The smooth and clean satchel styles for fall 2012 are generally found in structured handbag silhouettes and are perfect for dressy occasions, a ladies luncheon and the office.

One of the big handbag trends for the fall 2012 season is texture. So it is only natural that the black satchel has found its’ place in the multi-dimensional handbag world. Black satchels are being found for fall in mixed fabrications which offer a 3D effect as well as texture and interest; making the timeless handbag style front and center instead of fading into the background as a necessary accessory to carry.

With the rocker-chic look still in full force as we head into fall 2012, black satchels are also being encrusted with studs. These edgy versions of an iconic classic allow daring Fashionista’s to rock the classic and sleek black satchel trend without giving up their edgy personal style. Fabulous!

You can’t go wrong with a black satchel for fall. This is one trend which may already be in your closet from a past season, and if not, now is the time to invest in the perfect black satchel; not only for fall, but for a lifetime. Happy investment handbag bag shopping, and stay fabulous 

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Sandalwood is the “IT” fragrance note for the fall season

The “IT” fragrance note for the fall 2012 season, or HipNote, has been declared by Tru Fragrance. Sandalwood, the ultimate fragrance note for the fall 2012 season, is a warm and elegant fragrance note which is normally found as a base note; and sometimes as the heart of a fragrance.

Sandalwood is also right in line with the current fashion trends from the runways and the streets. As fashion becomes more structured, clean and elegant as we move info fall, it is only natural that our fragrance would follow suit.

Sandalwood happens to be one of the most valuable, oldest and most expensive fragrance notes out there. The natural oil from sandalwood, as well as the synthetic versions used in fragrance, create a warm, rich fragrance experience which is not only perfect for the cool weather found during the fall months, it is luxurious and adds the perfect finishing touch to a fall 2012 ensemble. After all, you are never fully dressed without fragrance ;- )

Sandalwood is also a popular fragrance note for men’s fragrances and shaving products. This HipNote can be warm and masculine when mixed with other woods as well as aquatic notes or leathery fragrance notes.

Home fragrance will also enjoy sandalwood as the ultimate HipNote for the fall 2012 season. Sandalwood based candles and other home fragrances create a warm and inviting environment in your home which is perfect for cool fall days and nights; and very cozy for when the fog rolls in from the bay. Love that!

We found a few amazing fragrances online which contain sandalwood and included them in this article. These sandalwood scents will give you that warm, luxurious fragrance experience for the fall 2012 season. Hope you love them! Happy shopping and stay fabulous 

To learn more about Tru Fragrance, please visit TruFragrance.com

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Christian Louboutin meets Silicon Valley

Christian Louboutin has taken some inspiration from our home turf; Silicon Valley. In the San Francisco Bay Area’s Southern Penninsula and South Bay, Silicon Valley is the heart of the tech world. Christian Louboutin happens to be the heart of the designer shoe industry in present time. It is only natural that the top of the shoe game and the top of the high tech game would meet and fuse together.

Christian Louboutin’s new shoe design looks like the inside of a computer. (Christian Louboutin took his inspiration from a computer chip!) This high tech shoe design is perfect for any Silicon Valley Fashionista. Of course, the colors and fabrication make it the perfect way to dress up any California Casual ensemble typically found in a high tech company located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Love that!

What do you think of Christian Louboutin’s new, high tech inspired shoe?

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