Danse Lente Johnny handbag review

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pictured: Danse Lente Johnny in black / pictured below with bag: lipstick / phone case /

The Danse Lente Johnny handbag is so cute! I started to see this bag on the street back in September when I went to fashion week. Many of them are two-tone, and the two-tone bags are the ones I saw the most often on the street. I loved the silhouette and design of the bag when I saw others wearing it, but wasn’t sure sure which color to get it in!

For the spring 2018 season, Danse Lente started showing this mini Johnny in black. I love classic black bags, and since I couldn’t decide on a two-tone version, I decided to go with a solid black one. I’m so happy I did! As you know, black bags are easy to wear; and they transcend season. This Danse Lente Johnny handbag has turned out to be easy to wear daily, without worrying about color. Love that!

I wanted an easy to wear, everyday bag, with an unique look. The Danse Lente Johnny fit the bill! Since it looked bucket style, I assumed the bag would be one open bucket; that is not the case. Take a look at the photo below-

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The interior of the Danse Lente Johnny handbags offers a zipper pocket which has ample room for lipstick and keys. It is a little bit difficult to get to, which is the main drawback of the bag’s interior. I only slip my lipstick inside of it, I throw my keys into the main compartment because it’s easier to reach them in the main compartment then in the zipper pocket.

On the sides of the bag, there are two flaps which don’t actually flap up. They stay horizontal and keep everything in your bag if it spills upside-down. They also offer good security if you take public transportation, or are in a large crowd where pickpockets are a concern. This is something I love about the bag.

There are two snaps in the entry to the bag. The main one, and then a second snap which connects the two side flaps. I don’t use the second snap; I find it unnecessary. I only use the top one, which is magnetic.

The interior of the Danse Lente Johnny mini bag is actually quite roomy. I can fit my wallet, sunglasses, keys, lipstick, and phone inside without a problem. There is still some room for other small items I might want to throw in my bag.

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The Danse Lente Johnny bag is made from structured leather. Although the flaps are stiff at first, I noticed after wearing the bag three times, they started to soften, making it easier to get in and out of the bag. I have grown to love the side flaps since they make the bag really secure; I don’t have to worry about pickpockets when I am in the city.

On the exterior of the bag, the fun hardware offers an alternative way to wear the bag. The wide piece of leather attached to the hardware actually folds up, allowing for the bag to be carried like a top handle tote. I tried to carry it this way ont he first day I wore the bag, but found the shoulder strap is much easier and more comfortable to wear. I like being hands-free with the shoulder strap. It is also long enough to wear cross body if need be. At the top of this post, you can see the two ways the strap can be configured.

All in all, I love this bag! It is a good size for days when I don’t need to carry extra items such as water bottles or cold-weather gloves. The flaps on the sides of the opening provide nice security, and the style is really unique and fun. Love that!

The best part about this bag is the price! Not only is it currently an IT bag, it is priced well under $500! LOVE!!! How often can you find an IT bag under $500! Not too often.

You can find this Danse Lente Johnny handbag online here.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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Strolling in a denim skirt

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wearing: red tassel earrings / lipstick / pale blue ruffle sleeve tee / spring nail polish / black leather and rose gold watch / denim button up skirt / red Staud Moraeu bucket bag / beige espadrille wedges /

It’s so nice to finally see sunshine! Not only has the sun come out, but temperatures are pushing their way towards 70! Yippee!!! I am SO ready for warmer weather!

When I saw the sun shining the other day, I decided it was time to wear a skirt and tee! (please forgive my pasty white legs-I will work on that!) It felt amazing to wear my go-to espadrilles, a skirt, and a tee shirt. Well, until an icy wind spoiled all the fun! But I digress. . .

This was a great outfit to wear the other day, until the wind came around and made everything so very cold! I love a denim skirt in place of jeans for a casual day. Also, tee’s are my go-to tops in warmer weather, so it was nice to be able to find this one with these cute little ruffle sleeves. The ruffles really elevate it from a regular tee, to a really cool tee! 😉 I might have to pick up another one in a different color!

Lastly, I have to give a shout-out to this flower pot bag. I wore this outfit while strolling along Santana Row with my kids the other day and this bag was so easy to carry. It also had plenty of room for all the little things my daughter made me carry! haha It’s a super fun bag, and I find it amusing that it looks like a flower pot. Stay tuned, I will do a review on this bag very soon!

Shop my casual spring look:

Has spring arrived yet where you are? What is your favorite thing to replace your jeans when temperatures heat up?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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Affordable investment pieces that won’t break the bank

affordable investment pieces from top left:  Kendra Scott “Elle” earrings / San Diego Hat Company sun hat / Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC handbag / Soludo’s espadrille wedges / Levi’s 501 original fit / San Diego Hat Company sun hat /

People are always talking about investment dressing, and how certain items priced well over $1000, and even $10,000, are worth every penny because they never go out of style, and are always considered IT items. While some people have the means to purchase these investment items, or save up for them, not everyone has a money tree in their backyard. Thankfully, there are some items out there in the fashion world, which are considered investment items, that won’t break the bank.

Let’s talk about five affordable investment pieces you can buy now, and continue to wear, year after year! First off, I would like to express my love for Kendra Scott’s “Elle” earrings. These are her medium sized, signature earring style. They helped to put her on the map, and she continues to show the classic earring style season after season, year after year. They are always offered in a wide variety of colors, and you can wear them all year long. Pick a color and metal you love, and voila! You will own a pair of investment earrings you will never stop wearing, and will always look like they are new. Who knows, you might love them so much, you may find yourself buying them in more then one color! It’s entirely possible I own a green pair, turquoise pair, and blue pair. Shhh. . .

San Diego Hat Company is a fabulous hat brand which makes these amazing, sturdy, light-blocking sun hats! They have been making the two styles featured above for well over a decade. I own a black one which has been splashed with chlorinated pool water, salt water, and has been to the beach so many times, I have lost count! I bought it roughly fifteen years ago, and it still looks like it’s new! Best part? They are priced well under $50. These hats can be folded into a beach bag or suitcase; so they are travel friendly. Love that!

If you don’t already own a Rebecca Minkoff mini MAC, what are you waiting for? This is a classic cross body or over-the-shoulder standby. They are incredible quality, and priced under $200. If a leather one gets caught in the rain, just wipe it off! It will live, and it will still look great! I have a purple one my teenager stole from me-someday I will try to get it back! This bag is always in style, always in stock, and always available in several colors. Pick a neutral one, or have some fun with a seasonal color. You will love it!

Espadrille wedges are always on trend in the spring and summer months. Soludos makes a classic espadrille wedge which they offer every spring and summer season. These wedges have been around for years. So you can buy a pair now, and wear them next year, and the year after that, and so on! They are comfortable, and very good quality. My black pair is three years old and still going strong. I can walk for miles in them and my feet are very happy 🙂 The rubber coating on the soles is strong, and doesn’t wear down. I love these wedges, and they are under $100! Love that!

Lastly, there is one pair of jeans on the market which has withstood the test of time. The Levi’s 501 original fit jeans. They are offered in different washes every year, but the silhouette is tried and true. You can buy a size up for a relaxed boyfriend jean look, or squish into a smaller size for a girlfriend jean silhouette. You can cut them into shorts, or cut them into cropped jeans. They are priced way under $100 and are always on trend. I have a light wash pair from roughly five years ago which still look great! While most jean styles come and go, Levi’s 501’s are always around. They are a closet staple!

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So there you have it! My five favorite affordable investment pieces you can buy now, wear now, and wear forever! What are some of your favorite investment pieces which won’t break the bank?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

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