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The anonymous handbag

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The anonymous handbag from top left: green woven handbag / ivory moon shaped bag (under $500) / M frame shoulder bag / black shoulder bag /

The anonymous handbag is the ultimate IT bag right now; and as I am sure you have heard, logos everywhere are over. As we move away from loud logos on everything from handbags to belts to clothing, our personal style is shifting to a more understated and chic aesthetic; and I am here for it!

Quiet luxury is a term you will often hear, and it stands for beautiful items with top craftsmanship. Your handbag this year should speak volumes about your attention for detail and love for investment dressing. While a kitschy bag shaped like a firefly is a fun conversation starter, it will perfectly acceptable as long as the designer or brand isn’t plastered all over it. So, the moral of the story is, wear a neon handbag, as long as the logo isn’t blasting in your face. You can also wear a fun shape, asymmetrical and artistic bag, as long as the logo isn’t shouting at the world. Logos are bad, while classic, bright, and kitschy are good.

There are certain traits of popular designers you won’t be able to get away from, such as Bottega Veneta’s trademark weave, or Mansur Gavriel’s M Frame, or Louis Vuitton’s iconic Alma in a fabrication other than monogram vernis. It is OK to wear a bag which can be easily guessed, but only those who know will be able to guess. The brand or designer will not be readily displayed for the masses to have how much you spent shoved in their faces. This is the anonymous handbag.

I have never really been a big logo fan, except for belt buckles, so I have a belt to replace! haha When it comes to handbags, I prefer the anonymous handbag since I love high quality craftsmanship and beautiful styles. Since I have two daughters, I think of my handbags as something I can hand down to them when they are older. This is why I gravitate towards classic styles which will swing in and out of style, or will remain important 365 days per year, every year, forever.

Here are a few of my favorite anonymous handbags from around the web:

What is your favorite version of the anonymous handbag?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Lois Hill Jewelry

 in General Fashion / Jewelry  tagged bracelets / investment dressing / lois hill jewelry / necklaces / outfits / spring 2023 by

Wearing: sunglasses / c/o Lois Hill star necklace (under $100, use coupon code CathyO-20 to save 20%) / black dress / c/o Lois Hill Bracelets: Alhambra Elongated Clover bracelet, Alhambra Scroll bracelet (use code CathyO-20 to save 20% off your purchase / black handbag / spring nail polish / boots /

How pretty is this jewelry by Lois Hill Designs! Love! As you know, I love investment dressing, and finding pieces I can enjoy year after year. I also love finding pieces I can eventually pass on to my daughters. When I discovered Lois Hill Designs, I realized this was the perfect jewelry designer for my love of investing!

Inspired by travel, art, and history, Lois Hill creates the most beautiful designs for her jewelry. She uses ancient and global techniques to create her jewelry. You can read all about it on her website at LoisHillStore.com. It is truly amazing!

My collection is starting with the two bracelets pictured in these photos, and this cute little star necklace; also featured in these photos. I also have a wish list which includes more necklaces, for layering, and also a couple pairs of earrings. Lois Hill Jewelry is so beautiful! Love it!

Lois Hill Jewelry Wish List:

I decided to pair my Lois Hill Jewelry with this simple black dress, handbag, and boots. I feel like it really sets off the jewelry and allows it to take center stage.

You can learn more about Lois Hill Jewelry, and view her entire collection, online at LoishillStore.com. Use coupon code CathyO-20 to save 20% off your purchase. All of Lois Hill Designs jewelry is luxurious, and a few pieces are even priced under $100! Love that!

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

*Sponsored by Lois Hill Designs. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Bottega Veneta loop bag mini review

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bottega veneta loop bag mini review

Bottega Veneta Loop mini bag wearing: gemstone bracelets (under $50, local designer) / Bottega Veneta Loop bag mini / spring nail polish / blazer vest / white layering tee / dark wash jeans /

How cute is this everyday bag! I love a small, cross body bag I can wear everywhere from the gym, to the market, to a luncheon, and out to dinner. This bag is that go-to handbag! Love!

The Bottega Veneta loop bag is a fabulous handbag to wear on a daily basis. It can be worn cross body or over the shoulder, and it comes in a variety of colors. I chose Parakeet, also known on the street as “Bottega Green.” This is the hue considered Bottega Veneta’s signature color. I love a signature color! I mean, who doesn’t love Tiffany Blue or Louboutin Red? I’m here for Bottega Green!

There are several size choices for the Bottega Veneta Loop bag as well as colors. I chose the smallest size, which is the mini. I wanted a bag which was minimal and just large enough to carry my essentials. The mini loop holds my wallet, iPhone, lipstick, keys, and I have just enough room for some Kleenex, if need be; after all, it is allergy season right now!

What fits inside Bottega Veneta mini loop handbag

What I love about the Bottega Veneta Loop bag in mini is that it is a no fuss, carefree bag. I just throw it on and go! The leather is soft to the touch, yet strong for everyday wear. This bright green hue makes the bag fun, and adds a little spice to everyday wear. I love a bag which brightens up my day!

While the mini size is perfect for everyday use, I can see how someone might prefer the small, medium or large size. I highly recommend choosing the size which is right for you. This is a classic, everyday bag which you will have forever. My mom has a very similar version which she purchased in the 1980s and it is still a workhorse. Her bag is navy blue, and it still looks new! She gets a ton of compliments every time she wears it. This is when you know a designer handbag is a good investment. It can withstand the test of time and still look modern years, if not decades, later.

Shop the Bottega Veneta Loop mini bag online:

I really love my Bottega Loop mini bag, so I would love to invest in another one in the future. Perhaps next time I will pick one up in a neutral color, and a different size, just to mix things up. For now, I love having a piece in Parakeet, aka “Bottega Green,” and the size is perfect for my everyday life.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

bottega veneta mini loop review