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Handbag du Jour: The Woodstock Rafia

Darren — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:01:31 +0000

Now I for one have always had a penchant for some raffia, no more so than in a chic carry-all. Turns out many a Hollywood starlet is going stir-crazy for the raffia ‘Woodstock’ 24-hour bag from Paris based fashion house Gerard Darel. The IT-Bag is a firm favourite with A-list celebs including Sarah Jessica Parker, Jessica Alba and Halle Berry, all of whom have been spotted sporting the classic Rafia bag.

Halle Berry

The Gerard Darel boutique recently opened at Kildare Village and the Raffia Woodstock recently arrived priced at just €200 (RRP €285). A nice Valentines gift to welcome the arrival of spring me thinks!

Celebrity Handbags Go Under the Hammer

Darren — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:30:12 +0000

The Irish Hospice Foundation, in partnership with Boots, will host a celebrity handbag auction at Dublin’s Lost Society on South William Street on 27th October, in aid of children with life-limiting conditions and their families. The event, entitled Heavenly Handbags, aims to raise much-needed funds for Children’s Hospice Homecare. Celebrity bags going under the hammer include donations from Miss Ireland Holly Carpenter, Rosanna Davison, TV presenters Claire Byrne, Lisa Cannon and rugby star Shane Horgan among others. Designer bags by Philip Treacy, Orla Kiely and Karen Millen have all been donated to the event. Guests can enjoy ‘Heavenly cocktails’, a Boots beauty zone, offering complimentary makeovers, beauty tips and a take home goodie bag from No7, Lancôme and Origins.

Tickets for the Heavenly Handbags cost €20 and are now on sale at Boots Stores on Grafton Street, Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre, Dundrum Town Centre, Swords Pavillion and Donnybrook or call 01 77 80000 for more information.

HOT HANDBAGS

Darren — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:02:32 +0000

I popped my head into Ted Baker recently and was really impressed with their fab little collection of bags. They definitely merit a mention especially if you’re on the look out for an accessory to go with a party outfit this season. From party clutches to quilted totes and my favourite the orange patent leather, you’re sure to find something to make your outfit pop!

LULU GUINNESS COMES TO TOWN

Darren — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 11:10:29 +0000

The fabulous Lulu Guinness, renowned for her exquisite, witty handbags and accessories, is making her way to Dublin as part of her 20th anniversary celebrations.

Lulu designed her first handbag in 1989 – a patent briefcase with clear pockets and bright suede lining – and since has gone on to create her world famous handbags and accessories. Her unmistakable personal style and originality quickly attracted the likes of Madonna and Jerry Hall, who are among her earliest fans.

Her unique creations have been described as ‘tomorrow’s treasures’ and have been collected by many museums. Check out this awesome Pweter Snakeskin Lips Handbag (€240) and you’ll understand why!

Her clever designs of retro glamour and modern chic continue to attract an ever-expanding list of celebrities, including Dita von Teese, Helena Bonham Carter, Jemima Khan, Sophie Dahl, Rachel Weisz, Keira Knightley, Claudia Schiffer and Debra Messing.

Irish fans will get a chance to meet Lulu on Wednesday 4th November between 1-3pm in the Accessories Hall of Brown Thomas Dublin where she’ll be showcasing her new collections.