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Givenchy Le Rouge Hydra Balm review

givenchy le rouge hydra balm 10 review swatches

pictured: Givenchy Le Rouge Hydra Balm color 10 / gold hoop earrings / ring / fall nail polish / sunglasses / stripe top /

How cool is this hydrating lipstick from Givenchy! It looks like a menacing black color, but when you put it on, the lipstick reacts to your own personal pH and creates an unique color just for you! Love that!

I notice on other people Givenchy Le Rouge Hydra Balm in color 10 gives off more of a dark pink or light purple tone. On me, I hardly notice a color. It’s a little on the dark pink side, but very light. This makes the lipstick great for casual, everyday wear when you want the no-makeup look. It’s also hydrating, so it’s a more put together look than non-color lip balm.

The case is really easy to use, especially if you try to open it one-handed. It’s magnetic so it opens and closes without effort. Love that! It’s also very pretty in my handbag. I mean, aesthetics are everything, am I right? haha

So, if you are looking for a light, hydrating lip balm that doubles as a light color lipstick, this is the one! Love it!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

givenchy le rouge hydra balm review

Top selling IT bags of 2021 so far

top selling it bags 2021

Top selling IT bags of 2021 so far from top left: 1. Chloe Marcie / 2. Givenchy Antigona Soft / 3. Mansur Gavriel Cloud / 4. Chloe Marcie cross body / 5. Loewe Basket Bag / Honorable Mention: Mansur Gavriel mini Cloud /

Can you believe we are close to halfway through 2021? Where does the time go? Since we are almost at the halfway point, I thought this would be a good time to talk about the hottest selling IT bags of 2021 from January 1, 2021, until May 21, 2021. (Those are the dates evaluated as of writing this post) Knowing what’s hot, helps us plan our IT bag purchases for the summer and fall seasons!

While we can speculate about which bags will be hot before a season begins, we really never have the data to back things up until the season has passed. That being said, knowing what sold well, and what hit the streets, in a recent season, tells us what to expect for the upcoming season.

During the winter and spring seasons of 2021, handbag fans hit the streets with both classic IT bags, and new IT bags. The top selling IT bag of the year, thus far, is a classic! The Chloe Marcie has proved, once again, that casual and classic are what makes an IT bag sell well; and enjoy longevity. After all, the Marcie has been around for years! If you don’t already own one, what are you waiting for? This bag sells the most in the original, double top handle style; but the cross body version is also a hit on the streets, as it comes in at the number four spot. You can check out my review of my Chloe Marcie here.

The Givenchy Antigona Soft is proving to be a hit this year! It comes in at number two as a top selling IT bag of 2021 so far. This beautiful bag sells well in all size variations, so if you are looking for a daily bag, or a larger travel tote, this is “IT” for 2021! I can see this bag having longevity. It is practical and beautiful. Love that!

The pouch clutch is a hot street style staple in 2021, and Mansur Gavriel’s Cloud is the perfect mix of affordability and IT bag designer recognition. This beautiful clutch is priced well under $1000; which is rare for an IT bag! It’s also sturdy construction, and can be easily dressed up or down. While Bottega Veneta’s version might end up on more wish lists, Mansur Gavriel’s version ends up in more closets. It’s hot on the streets! It’s worth mentioning the mini version of Mansur Gavriel’s Cloud clutch came in at number six. The mini version offers a strap which can be worn over the shoulder, cross body, or tucked in. Love that!

Lastly, the Loewe Basket Bag has been around for a few years, but it is proving to be a classic summer staple on the streets. This cute little straw tote comes in at just under $500 which makes it an affordable IT bag. It’s a great bag for beach days, summer vacations, or just looking summery on a daily basis. I love it paired with espadrilles!

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There you have it! If you don’t already own one of these IT bags of 2021, what are you waiting for? These are the hottest bags of the year so far!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy


Spring 2021 handbag wish list

spring 2021 handbag wish list it bags

Spring 2021 handbag wish list from top left: small white studded satchel / brown saddle bag / small beige satchel / black woven bag / black chain detail shoulder bag / 1990s IT bag-Gucci logo hobo / grey slouchy satchel / soft white hobo bag /

Have I mentioned I believe 2021 might be the year of the IT bag? Yeah, I sure I have! There are so many beautiful bags to covet right now! As happy as I am with my new bag purchases this year, I still am wishing for a few more! Of course, I need to win the lottery in order to purchase every handbag I wish for. haha, don’t we all??

I love bags which are either 1990s IT bags, ’90’s inspired IT bags, or new IT bags. Basically, I love IT bags! haha, There are so many to choose from in 2021!

The trending styles for 2021 include white or soft white bags, 1990s inspiration, soft and slouchy, soft neutrals, saddle bags or shoulder bags, hobo bags, and clean lines. All of these styles are so chic!

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Which bags are you coveting for the spring 2021 season? Or, this year in general?

Thanks for stopping by and indulging in handbags with me!

XOXO
Cathy