Hermes Bags & Sports? [VIDEO]

Hermes's theme for fall is "A Sporting Life," so, to drive that point home, the brand released a series of videos featuring their luxury goods playing sports.

Fancy sports! Like, croquet:


And French sports, like pétanque:


And ping-pong, which Hermes plates are very good at, while Hermes bags prefer to watch.


Wouldn't want to scuff that fine leather.

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Cassie V&V ‘Guardian Angel’ Gun Bag

I’ve never held a gun before. Never had the desire to…but these bags are kind of dope. Over the weekend, Cassie posted a photo of herself with the caption, #StopTheViolence, while holding a clutch bag with a gun embossed on the side. The bag, from Vlieger & Van Dam’s ‘Guardian Angel’ collection, gives the illusion of the owner being armed. There are also a few from the collection that have a butcher knife embossed on the side as well as handcuffs. According to Vlieger & Van Dam’s website, the bags narrate the increasing violence and crime in the media, objectifying our addiction to fear.

Trendsetter Rihanna is a huge fan of the ‘Guardian Angel’ collection and has been spotted several times with the ‘handgun’ tote as well as a handcuff clutch.

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Steal Her Style: Rihanna's JOYRICH Bag

Rihanna (FameFlynet Pictures, LALLURE)

When it comes to style, Rihanna's mantra seems to be "the funkier the better." Even though the singer bared surprisingly little skin during a recent airport sighting, she found a way to put her own spin on the classic jeans and T-shirt combo with a cowboy-esque bandana and a gold dog collar necklace. She finished off her quirky travel look with JOYRICH's bone-covered duffel bag. Make it yours for $144. 

Snag Rihanna's Bone Collection Boston Bag at LALLURE.

Singer Rihanna seen leaving her hotel and heading to the airport in New York City, NY on March 18, 2012. (FameFlynet Pictures)

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Steal Her Style: Olivia Palermo's Zara Bag

Ever since Olivia Palermo was first spotted carrying Zara's classic shopper last year, we've been obsessed with its timeless shape and perfect carryall size. Considering most of her wardrobe is strictly aspirational for us regular gals, we were pretty excited when we realized the rich leather purse only cost $160, but then dismayed when it quickly sold out everywhere. The High Street retailer must have heard our cries, as they've brought the purse back this season. Get it while you can!

Snag Olivia's Plaited Leather Shopper for $159 at Zara.

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Featured Designer :: BellaDonna Hand Bags

Every woman knows, or should know the power of the handbag. The handbag serves as more than accessory, it’s a statement piece about the woman toting it. From stars all over the globe taking to coveted bags such as Birkin, Chanel, or Alexander Wang to everyday working women pushing their dollars to keep up with the Kardashians, the Jones’ no longer have enough money. Women have always searched high and low for the best hand bags, and now we’ve found them.

Budding designer, Sonique O’Neal (pictured above) of Albany State University in Albany, GA recently sat down with me to discuss her very own hand bag line, under the monicker “BellaDonna Hand Bags”. Sonique’s handbags fuze together power colors, in fashion forward prints and textures, while maintaining their handbag functionality.

Make sure you check Sonique out at www.BellaDonnaHB.com or follow her on twitter for more information on how to snag your own bag at @DamierHippie or via the store page, @BellaDonnaHB.

Check out the interview, and more pictures below!!

What’s the name of the clothing line?? 
The name of my clothing line is BellaDonna Handbags

Who are the main people in this “Group” or are you Solo?? 
I am a solo artist and designer.

What was your inspiration to start a handbag line?? 
I actually started my handbag line on accident. I made a handbag just to have for myself and people began to be attracted to my work. After so much attention I began to make more bags and eventually I began to sell them for profit.

That must have been an interesting feeling?? 
Yes it really was. I felt like I had a gold mine in my hands.

What kind of pieces center around the line?? 
Most of my pieces consist of clutches, totes, and book bags.

Who do you collaborate with to come up with design ideas?? 
Honestly I come up with my designs by myself. I love to get ideas from movies or from my community. I enjoy nature as well. I get inspired from other people’s energy.

Is there a target audience?? 
My target audience ironically is young adults and senior citizens. I am still working on the middle age adults.

Where do you see this line within the next 3 years?? 
In the next three years I hope to have either sold my brand to a major company or be in a major department store. That would be the ultimate dream!

Do you have a website?? 
Yes I do have a website; you can visit us at www.BellaDonnaHB.com

Are you planning or in any Fashion Shows?? Or maybe just a showcase?? 
I have a few fashion shows planned for the spring. I also might have a trunk show coming up very soon.

Men's Fashion - The Bag

I told you guys about Men carrying bags as a huge Fall/Winter trend, so hopefully this will help boost your manly confidence.

Brent S: When the bag is thought of it is mostly given the stable as being dominated for one sex. That sex being females of course, the major accessory for the female population the bag rules their world. From Michael Khors to Salvatore Ferragamo the bag clutch even in some styles the wallet is monopolized by the female fashion industry. But today the masculine men who want the style and of a carry all bag, as well as the aesthetically pleasing appeal of different colors, fabrics, patterns. Today there is not a man I know that will not tote around a backpack, briefcase, or tote bag that doesn’t have some influence on his style.

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DKNY Teams Up With Bag Snob + Handbag Sweepstakes

No one knows luxury handbags like the girls from BagSnob.com, who have teamed up with the powerhouse New York design label, DKNY. The brand is synonymous with chic and elegant day-to-night style with a healthy dose of edge—something every gal wishes her wardrobe had more of. The two fashion forces created a limited edition line (now at our fingertips!) based on the concept that every girl needs five essential handbags.

Feast your eyes on the result of the duo's practical and stylish design savvy:

1. The Tote

2. The Travel

3. The Treasure

4. The Trendy

5. The Clutch

Rachel Bilson Totes Chanel in NYC

Rachel Bilson donned a sweet outfit for her visit to the 'Regis and Kelly' show in NYC. The style maven wore a pretty lacy white frock that she accessorized with black leather bag with gold hardware. Brand: Chanel

Kourtney Kardashian Accessorizes With Lena Erziak

Kourtney was out and about NYC in an ultra chic ensemble. She accessorized her look with the wooden round 'Aime' clutch.

Brand: Lena Erziak

Cassie’s Turquoise Birkin Bag

Dope fashionista Cassie was spotted in Manhattan moments after leaving lunch with friends at the Italian restaurant Bar Pitti in West Village. Although, her look was laid back dressed in all black wearing stretch pants and a tank top, she rocked a bright turquoise Hermes Birkin bag on her arm. Would you rock it?

Nicole Richie Carries House of Harlow 1960

Even at the gym, Nicole Richie looks stylish toting a chevron-striped black leather 1960 Phoenix tote.

Brand: House of Harlow

Herschel Supply Co. 2012 Styles!!

In a world where duffel bags and totes reign supreme among the stylish youth, the classic backpack has been forgotten. Well, forgotten by all except for the genius minds over at Herschel Supply Co. While their talents far exceed the construction of the perfect backpack, what stands out the most is their knack for picking the perfect colors. With quality canvas as their weapon of choice, Herschel holds great functionality together with extreme simplicity. No extra unnecessary bells and whistles over here, folks. Just incredibly made bags and accessories built to do exactly what they were made for.

With a collection that ranges from duffel bags to card holders, Herschel has your canvas needs covered. Keep it simple is a motto Herschel lives by, and nobody does it better. But do keep in mind these things fly off the e-shelves like hot cakes. It’s not uncommon for these bags to be sold out in a matter of minutes. And rightfully so. The proof’s in the pudding folks. And Herschel makes some damn good pudding.

A modern oversized day-pack back pack from Herschel Supply Co, Summer '11.
$85

The Novel Duffel includes a shoe compartment to keep your kicks away from your kits. With a padded shoulder strap it makes for the perfect carry on.
$80

The Survey pack is a vintage-inspired outdoor pack from the Herschel Supply Co. Summer '11 Collection. Built from premium nylon cordura, the pack features a solid color outline, Herschel patchwork on the bottom right as well as a dope inside lining.\
$50