May 1, 2012

a touch of quirk : handbags & coin purses




One of my favorite looks is a classic, preppy one.  It gives off an aura of intelligence and grace, but can sometimes be a little too stuffy.  To make sure I don't look too "country club" I try to incorporate at least one unexpected item to add a little fun to the outfit.  The best (and easiest!) way to do this is with a cute, quirky little purse or handbag.  I've rounded up a few examples that I'd love to have by my side.

from left to right

fish tote, sequined panda, pineapple (asos, but no longer available), chocolate bar, wide eyed panda, turtle, mouse, fish, armadillo, kitty cat

And just for fun, how about this 'slice of cake' purse for a whopping $5,000!

20 comments:

  1. Dee {Strings and Buttons}May 1, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    I LOVE that turtle!! And of course I can't say no to the chocolate, just out of principle! lol P.S. That turban in your Friday post looks amazing. I can't even imagine what I would look like in one! You rocked it! x

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  2. DIYEARTE ♦ DIYMay 1, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    wooow beautiful pieces!!

    DIY and more:
    http://diyearte.blogspot.com

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  3. CollectionsMay 1, 2012 at 1:43 PM

    the slice of cake clutch is too cute.

    Collections

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  4. UnknownMay 1, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    Oh my gosh this round up is adorable! And I totally agree, don't want to look TOOOO country club :)

    xoxo, Emily
    www.mainstreetchic.blogspot.com

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  5. UnknownMay 1, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    Very cute and lovely bags!!
    xoxo

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  6. HalehMay 1, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    If I carried that cake bag, i'd be craving sweets all day! haha

    http://apersianversionoflife.blogspot.com

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  7. Cassidy LeeMay 1, 2012 at 9:07 PM

    Ah, so so cute! I am in love with the turtle and pandas, they are adorable!

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  8. Lucy Loves To BlogMay 2, 2012 at 2:25 AM

    The turtle and the panda are my favourites!

    Lucy Loves To Blog

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  9. BonnieMay 2, 2012 at 8:53 AM

    Quirky fashion is the best. It's important to have fun with it.


    http://www.glamkittenslitterbox.com/
    Twitter: @GlamKitten88

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  10. JessicaMay 2, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    So cute!! Love fashion with a sense of humor. The pineapple is my fav!

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  11. {The Design Daredevil} Jessie D. MillerMay 2, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    I most def love some quirk in my home designs, so why not in my wardrobe accessories??? I like the armadillo!

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  12. UnknownMay 2, 2012 at 5:52 PM

    Awww, these are just so lovely! Quirk finds make life not boring.


    Hugs,
    Betina
    http://travelalamode.blogspot.com/

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  13. YukaMay 2, 2012 at 9:17 PM

    these are sooo cute!! love the fish one.

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  14. UnAMay 3, 2012 at 12:43 AM

    aww cute picks! your blog is lovely. Wanna follow each other? let me know =)

    xoxo

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  15. OMay 3, 2012 at 5:58 AM

    How fun are those!

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  16. jenMay 3, 2012 at 8:12 AM

    these are really cute!

    life spelled jen

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  17. ElineMay 3, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    that pine-apple bag is so cute!

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  18. emily hopeMay 3, 2012 at 12:46 PM

    Ahhh that mouse!

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  19. AnonymousMay 3, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Oh, hey, it's the MC Hammer pants girl here! So glad I've found your blog.
    This collection you've put together is so cute it tickles! I clicked on the little mouse coin purse and there's a super cute-funny picture of it with its little mouse mouth opening up.

    http://loislanelifestyle.blogspot.com/

    Brittany

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  20. e-designMay 6, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    cute things :)
    www.fashionzeit.de

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