Trend Tuesday

Good Morning Lovelies,

It's Trend Tuesday and what better trend to kick off this week than the bucket bag.  I must admit I am currently obsessed with the bucket bag, and have been for the last few months.  I originally was planning on the Louis Vuitton petit noe until I stumbled upon the Mansur Gavriel bucket bag. If you wish to read more about the Mansur Gavriel bucket bag there is a post:  Here
 

 

With everyone jumping on the bucket bag trend you have tons of options when it comes to your bucket bag.  You don't have to spend a fortune but I'm going to show a few of my absolute favorite bucket bags.  

Luxury Bucket Bags

Louis Vuitton

The Noe bags were hugely popular back in the 90's and they have been increasing in popularity the past few years.  The history of the Noe goes back much further than the 90's.   Gaston Louis Vuitton was asked by a Champagne producer for a stylish bag that he could transport five bottles of champagne.  In 1932 he created the classic Noe style.  Louis Vuitton revamped the colours in the epi line and you can get your hands on one of these gorgeous bags in one of the three sizes.

Noe: $2,220 USD

Petit Noe: $1,900 USD

Noe BB: $1,730  USD

  

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You can pick up Louis Vuitton's new bucket bag style from Marc Jacobs last season for the company for $3,700 USD.  While a gorgeous bag it is on the small side.

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You can check out the bags on Louis Vuitton

Saint Laurent

This rider bucket bag reminds me so much of a biker jacket.  I love the details in the zippers and the buckles.  I think it's a unique take on the bucket bag which really makes it stand out.

 

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You can buy it for $2,150usd on their website:  Rider Bucket Bag

Mid Range

Check out this Betsey Johnson bucket bag. I absolutely love the color scheme, bow and polka dots.

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It's even on sale for $82.99 USD originally $118 USD

Buy it Here:hopeless romantic bucket bag

This Elizabeth and James Cynnie mini goes for $445 USD. I love the crossbody or shoulder options for this bag.  I also love it's simplicity with the bag and the added texture that the zipper provides.

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Buy it here: Elizabeth and James Bucket bag

Bargain bags

You don't have to spend a small fortune to get this trendy bag here are a few of my fave bags for less.

Check out this bucket bag from Zara. 

 

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You can buy it for $35.99 USD from Zara drawstring bucket bag

How adorable is this Arizona sailor bucket bag for summer! At only $24.99 from arizona-sailor-print-bucket-bag

 

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This bag would look great for your fourth of July party.  Even when you are wandering around town or headed to the beach.  If you are looking for a summer bag either this one or the one below are a great choice.  Fun/bold prints are great for the summer.

This Madden Girl bag found at Nordstrom.com is only $38 and is perfect bag for a casual outfit.  I love the fringe which has also been trending.  

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Buy it here: madden-girl-fringed-fabric-bucket-bag-juniors 

The great thing about bucket bags being a trend this Spring is that you can really wear them year round.  I am looking for one that is a classic style that can be worn all year.  The ever popular totes and crossbody bags have been so popular the bucket bag is refreshing and not seen everywhere.  

Are you planning on picking up one of these trendy bucket bags?  Or are you wanting to fast forward through this trend?  I'd love to hear your opinions. Thanks for reading and have a wonderful day!

These opinions are my own I was not paid by any of these companies that I have compiled in this post.  I only want to assist my lovelies so you do not have to search for hours for your perfect bucket bag.   

Miss Fran

Good Morning Lovelies, 

I have a wonderful "Mother's Day" Reveal for you.  It's also doubling as a review.  So I was eyeing a bag and knowing how this brand does go on sale I waited patiently what seemed like forever.  Really it was maybe a month at most.  Oh and what do you think of this free, with code, wrapping done by Neiman Marcus!!

Dun Dun Dun Duuuuuuun!

The Classic Q Fran in Pansy Purple!!  I am in love with this color.  WARNING: Marc by Marc Jacobs bag colors do not photograph well!    I am calling it my color of the year bag and added my macaron pantone color of the year bag charm.

#Passengerseatbag

So first things first yes this is a fairly heavy bag.  I believe the majority of the weight comes from the handles and hardware they seem quite sturdy.  When I bought the bag I was unaware of this, but it does not bother me.   I have to admit though I carried this bag with a diaper bag while carrying two kids and didn't notice the bag as being heavy.  I was carrying it crossbody so that may have been why...or the two kids.

I love how many options there are to carrying this bag.  Crossbody, shoulder using strap, shoulder using handle, top handle and crook of arm.  It has a clasp and magnetic closure that is strong.  I have not had any safety issues.

This bag is so roomy I love it.  It can hold a lot, which for a mom is a very necessary thing.  There is a zip and two pockets.  I don't normally care if there are pockets in bags since my bags are usually messily organized.  

To show what is in my bag I am going to do a .....
What's in my bag!!! 

I can fit more if necessary.
I have a changing pad, diaper clutch, Kindle Fire with case, medical bag, book, planner, Louis Vuitton wallet, fossil coin purse, card holder, bag holder, mirror, cookie monster cookie holder, play phone and chapstick.

So overall I would recommend this bag, but make sure you go for a fun color and watch for the sales. 

A Louis Vuitton Revamp!?!

While it seems rumors have been swirling around the fashion house Louis Vuitton, only time will tell which turn into facts.  If any of you have been on the purse forum lately in the Louis section I am sure you have seen some of these rumors.  With new designers and the departure of Marc Jacobs after sixteen years it sure seems that they are trying to take the brand in a different more luxe direction.  For a company that has been around since 1854 I am fairly certain they are going to have the brand compete better with Chanel and Hermes.   

Rumors: 

Disappearance of the Monogram 

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While this may be shocking to many it does not surprise me.  From the 90's through 2000's it seemed monograms were everywhere.  I know I participated in this and I don't know about the rest of you, but I have been feeling these need to be phased out....at least for awhile.  I am sure the pitchforks and fire torches will come out, but allow me to explain.  While I agree that the Louis Vuitton monogram is a classic look I think that the brand has been cheapened unfortunately due to all of the counterfeits that have flooded the markets.  What person wants to spend large amounts of money on a product that others, who do not mind buying knockoffs, purchase for much cheaper and walking around like they have the real thing.  Yes, if you know the product you can tell if it is fake, but to those that can't it's just another bag that may or may not be real.  While I don't see them completely getting rid of the monogram print as it is a part of their history I do see them reducing the merchandise with the print.

Adios Multicolour! 

 

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This rumor appears to have been confirmed by quite a few Sales Associates.  The multicolour sales numbers I am sure have been declining for the last few years.  While it is a great pop of color there is just something youthful about the Multicolour Monogram.  For the clientele I imagine they want to attract this is a line that will detract from the overall appeal.  I do wish that I owned a wallet just because the colours are brilliant.

HELLO Luxury.....

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Can I first start out with how much I adore these bags.  The price on the other hand I do not love. One of the reasons I believe they are pushing for a wealthier clientele is these bags.  The cheapest of this style in the monogram print and PM size is $2230 with the most expensive in the $30,000 range.  Luxury leathers and skins are not always easy to find so I do wonder how they will manage around that hurtle.  While I have just started on my Louis Vuitton collection I must say I am a little disappointed that right when I have started getting into it they are increasing the prices and changing their lines.  Mostly because I feel that customers like to get their feet wet first before diving in.  I think that my next Louis bag will be the eva clutch in damier ebene, which I know is not where they will make their money since it's one of the lower end products.  However, I love the damier ebene print and planned on getting at least a few pieces in this print before switching to the leather bags.  I don't know about the rest of you but when I start out collecting a brand I don't want to buy the really expensive ones right away. 

Neverfull Replacement

  

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Rumor has it that the Neo Neverfull is replacing the Neverfulls with the mono's being in the first wave.  From a business move I see why they are doing this.  However from a customer's point of view I am not sold on the Neo.  The price is only part of the issue, the biggest issue I have with the Neo is the ridiculous pouch.  A better idea would just be to include the mini pochette.  Including a tiny pouch that holds next to nothing is not going to make customers want to purchase the bag.  However, as I am not sure what their plans are for the damier neverfulls I do not want to completely disapprove of the neo and I love the option of choosing an interior color.  If they do this with the Damier prints I may be able to overlook the tiny pouch.  I do realize that they are trying to go back to exclusivity.

Goodbye Speedy?

  

image: Louis Vuitton

Rumors are going around that the speedy as we know it is going away.  I can see them revamping it like the neverfull and charging more.  I highly doubt that they would actually get rid of the Speedy bag since it's so much of an iconic bag.  I can see them getting rid of some of the sizes, and possibly redesigning them to have a place for a strap that would be more discrete than the bandouliere.   

An End to the Vernis Indian Rose, Citron,and Empriente Infini

I'm assuming that they bring out new colors at least every year.  I'm looking forward to seeing the colors they bring out for each line.

So overall I am looking forward to see the direction that artistic director Nicolas Ghesquière will take the house.  Till next time loves!