The Bag Boutique

Little Black Duck is Back!!

2008-03-07T11:40:00.006Z

Having been so popular over Christmas, we have decided to add new designs from the Little Black Duck range of cosmetic bags.

At only £22 we think this might tempt you to throw away your old tatty make-up bag and replace it with a sparkly new one. They also make great gift ideas, if you have any Birthdays coming up or maybe you buy Easter treats, I am sure many of us would rather have a new bag instead of piling on the pounds with more chocolate!

New Designer - RawXclusive

2008-02-22T09:26:00.005Z

I am delighted to have added a new designer to the site - RawXclusive. Designer Rebecca Winter created the label RawXclusive in 2006, creating a luxurious and stylish brand of interior accessories.

Rebecca sketches every design and then carefully transfers the idea to sumptuous textured fabrics using freehand machine embroidery techniques, vintage lace appliqué and delicate beaded embellishments.

In June 2007, Rebecca exhibited at The Contemporary Craft Fair in Bovey Tracey, Devon where RawXclusive was awarded the Best New Business Award 2007.

At The Bag Boutique we have added some of her fabulous wool lavender bags, which are a great gift idea especially as Mothers Day is fast approaching.

The new range of luxury lavender bags are delicately and individually made with a floral embroidered motif, and sequined detail onto a delicious selection of luxury wool felts. Every bag is filled with 100% natural lavender,giving off a subtle but fragrant lavender scent.

Sheerluxe the dedicated site to online shopping have also featured Rebecca's lavender bags in their Mothers Day Gift Guide, take a look for more gift ideas at http://www.sheerluxe.com/mothers-day-home-gifts-2.htm

Happy New Year

2008-01-25T12:04:00.000Z

Gosh it is nearly the end of January and I still haven't got round to wishing you all a very Happy Year.

So from all at The Bag Boutique.

HAPPY NEW YEAR !

XX

Christmas Clutches by Emma Gordon

2007-11-14T09:42:00.001Z

Well it's that time of year again, when we begin raiding our wardrobes looking for that Christmas party outfit... Whether you are having a full blown ball affair, or just going out for a few drinks, we think you can finish off any outfit with one of our new clutches.

Emma Gordon has done it again, launching another fabulous range of clutches for this years winter events. Well here at The Bag Boutique, we think these clutches can be used all year round. Take a look at the Betty clutch - to die for and would look great with a glammed up outfit or giving your jeans look the wow factor!

Or how about the Amelia clutch, which comes in black and grey, again we just love them, take a look at Emma's range and I'm sure you won't be disappointed.

New Designer - Zedzz

2007-10-17T11:15:00.000+01:00

Golly, it has been a while hasn't it! Time is flying by and did you know it is only 10 weeks until Christmas, we had better start thinking about presents hadn't we!

Well to start getting you in the mood with either Christmas parties or preparing for the endless shopping days looking for presents, we have just added a fabulous new designer Zedzz to our collection.

A great range of velvet shoulder bags, taffeta purses and velvet rose detail purses will certainly get you into the Christmas mood!! Take a look online and why not treat yourself before we have to start treating others!!

The Bag Boutique Summer Sale

2007-08-23T09:40:00.000+01:00

Well it's that time of year again - it's SALE TIME!!

The Bag Boutique have just started their summer sale, with over 55% off selected handbags. The grey sonrisa handbag pictured above was £45.00 and now can be snapped up for only £23.50, what a great excuse to buy another bag to add to your collection.

Make sure you have a look at our sale page and treat yourself.!

Granny Bee

2007-08-08T10:31:00.000+01:00

Our fabulous new Granny Bee Clutch Bag is to be featured on Sunday on Marie Claire online, this is great news as we are desperate to let everyone know about these gorgeous mock croc leather clutches.

Make sure you grab yours early as you don't want to be disappointed, come the Autumn this clutch bag will go fabulously with jeans for a night out.

Fabulous New Designer - Carla Beeby

2007-07-13T11:24:00.000+01:00

We are so excited to be adding this new designer to our range, we have found the most fabulous leather bags and clutches which are just to die for... I have already snapped up a lozzie bag which has a superb zip on both sides leading to a roomy central compartment, you don't even have to take your bag off your shoulders when hunting for your purse, its just perfect.

The granny bee clutches are gorgeous as well, they go so well with jeans or if you are getting glammed up for an evening, they can hold so much more than you think and these clutches definitely won't date and you will be the envy of your friends!

Take a look at The Bag Boutique page for Carla Beeby and treat yourself during this miserable weather - guaranteed to put a smile on your face!

New Designer - Bella Gomez

2007-06-27T12:30:00.000+01:00

Just thought we ought to let you know about a fab new collection which we have just added to The Bag Boutique - a new designer Bella Gomez.

We have gorgeous suede clutch bags, leather clutches and a summer floral make-up bag which is the perfect size to fit into your handbag. Take a peek at the new collection and snap up our summer finds.

Bella Gomez

Lucy J - Summer Floral & Romantic Cherubs

2007-06-11T09:53:00.000+01:00

We have just added the summer collection from Lucy J, a great range of floral and romantic cherub bags and purses. Splash out this summer with a new bag and matching wallet!

Apologies

2007-06-11T09:46:00.000+01:00

Gosh, I can't believe it has been over 6 weeks since I last posted.... many, many apologies for this!
So what has been happening at The Bag Boutique for the past month, well we have just had some fabulous cotton shopper bags made as our new packaging style. All of our handbags, clutch bags and even make-up bags will now be sent out in our custom made shopper bag...which obviously means you can use it over and over again for shopping, carrying those files to work or as a useful storage bag at home, whatever takes your fancy really!

This week we are going to be adding a new designer to the site, again more fabulous clutches for the summer and floral make-up bags, so watch this space later on this week....!

If you have not had a browse this week, then go on take a quick peek at see what we have on offer at The Bag Boutique!

Eel Skin Clutch Bags

2007-04-25T10:01:00.000+01:00

I can't believe it has been nearly a month since I last posted an article, so sorry for my bad time management, the days just seem to be flying past.!

I am sure you will have seen that we have added some fab new eel skin clutches by Makki they are the softest leather and available in 3 different colours at the moment. I'm sure I can hear you saying err eel skin, but trust me on this one! The skin is a bi-product and it becomes softer, shinier and supple with use. Take a look and see what you think, I think they are going to be really popular for summer outings and weddings.

Radley Bags

2007-03-30T11:51:00.000+01:00

Whilst reading Drapers, the well known British Brand Radley are launching its first major ad campaign for spring 2007. No doubt you will come across it whilst reading the newspaper supplements at the weekend- You Magazine (Daily Mail), Stella (Telegraph) and the Sunday Times Style. The campaign will then follow suit in a range of magazines such as Hello!, Grazia, Elle etc. I am surprised this is their first major ad as I'm sure that everyone knows the Radley bag!

Little Black Duck

2007-03-30T11:21:00.000+01:00

The Bag Boutique are delighted to be stocking a range of cosmetic bags by Little Black Duck. These brightly coloured PVC printed bags are just a fab way to update your make-up bag, with 3 great designs, floral prints and apple prints, we just think they are the best!

For only £22.00, these are a great gift idea for friends or family, take a look and see what you think.

WAGS Boutique and Elbo

2007-03-02T09:13:00.000Z

I suspect that many of you have caught a glimpse of the series 'WAGS Boutique'. I first heard about the programme back in December when The Bag Boutique were asked to put forward a list of our designers for one of the challenges which was to be aired in February.

Three of the designers got down to the final three, they were Lucy Hayler, Emily Cheetham and Emma Burton . The Bows Boutique chose to stock Emma Burton's Elbo bags, as many of Emma's bags have a signature bow on the front which obviously fitted in with the WAGs boutique name. All of the bags sold out in the shop within the first 3 hours, and now it seems that everyone is after her bags!

So, we can let you into a little secret, we have just taken delivery of a new limited selection of Elbo bags, which are available for immediate delivery. Check out our page on Emma Burton and grab yourself a much sought after Elbo Bag. You must be quick, as stocks are limited.

A treat from Tamara

2007-02-16T15:37:00.000Z

Tamara Fogle is the tenth designer to join The Bag Boutique

We are delighted that our range of designers and products continues to grow, with Tamara Fogle being the latest addition.

Tamara began interior styling for magazines and restoring antique furniture for her mum, but this soon changed when she recognised the fun and function of designing handbags.

All of her bags are designed and handmade in London, using only the best Italian leather and hand woven fabrics, which create her signature prints. The pleat bags which we currently have at The Bag Boutique are gorgeous, Tamara's spring/summer collection will be arriving at the end of March, so watch out for more gorgeous leather bags.

Emily Cheetham designs for Debenhams

2007-02-16T15:28:00.000Z

As you may already know, Emily Cheetham whose label 'Cheet' has been one of the designers on The Bag Boutique website for a while now. Emily has taken major strides in her business and design work and this is definitely paying off now that major department stores are wanting her designs.

The London Fashion Forum last year, awarded her the Best Accessories Designer which was sponsored by UK retailer HOBBs . A capsule collection, called ‘Cheet for HOBBs ’ was subsequently commissioned for the Autumn/Winter 2006/7 season.

For the start of 2007, Emily has been invited to design a collection of bags and accessories for men thereby becoming a Designer at Debenhams. Her first collection under the new label, Cad by Cheet, launches in April 2007 in Debenhams stores across the UK and Ireland.

Zip & Pocket Purses

2007-01-30T13:05:00.000Z

How many of us take our worldly possessions out with us on an evening out...? Every single debit, credit card, store cards, the invaluable boots advantage cards, nectar cards, oh and the blockbuster video card! If we had our bag pinched we would have to spend hours ringing round cancelling cards etc...

So we suggest the next time you go out, swap your wallet for one of our pocket purses, either the Cheet twinkly coin purses, which will hold your loose change and notes, or perhaps buy a Lucy J zip purse which you can hold the one vital card you need and at £20.00 won't break the bank.

We have added some new zip purses to the collection, so check out the new arrivals page as well whilst having a browse online.

The search continues...

2007-01-19T17:27:00.000Z

The search for new designers to add to The Bag Boutique is never ending, as such we attended the Top Drawer trade show in London on Monday and found a great range of UK handbag designers all of which we would love to showcase. But as budget dictates..., we shall slowly be adding new designers over the coming months, gorgeous new spring/summer collections for 2007 were on display and as ever it was extremely hard to decide what to order.

With new designers such as Tamara Fogle, Carla Beeby, Mimi, Little Black Duck all in the pipe line, make sure you continue checking back to The Bag Boutique as there will be some great new collections coming our way. Additional collections from existing designers such as Makki and Lucy J will be hitting the web in March, so watch this space for more news...!

Prints are back

2007-01-18T12:21:00.000Z

This season is dominated by big bold prints, everything from tunics to shirts to bags and accessories this is the look you will be after. 60's paisley is making a come back, so our make-up bags will update your style instantly!

Also check out our designer Lucy J, whose own designs and bold prints will keep you ahead of the trends this season. Keep a look out for Lucy's spring/summer 07 collection which will be with us in March.

"I’m Celibate - Get Me Out of Here!"

2007-01-18T11:37:00.000Z

Well, that got your attention!

Whilst updating my profile, I added info on my favourite book, and I thought I better post it as well to make sure you read it!

A must have read for the bus, tube, train journey to and from work, you are guaranteed to laugh out loud.. what a great start to the day! Read below the press release on the book and go out and buy it!

"I’m Celibate - Get Me Out of Here!" by Jo Elliott

A mystery ad agency worker is behind this new book, which takes readers on a roller coaster ride through the sometimes seedy world of online dating.
"I’m Celibate - Get Me Out of Here!" is the true-life story of "Jo Elliot" - the pen name of a solvent, successful and single thirty-something from London.

In this contemporary memoir, Jo Elliott gives a frank, feisty and laugh out loud account of how she has spent the last few years looking for Mr Right through online dating.

In a first of its kind publication in the UK, Jo (aka Jo-to-Go) tells it like it is - and it ain’t pretty! From dates whose idea of a ‘nice to meet you’ gift is a bag of sex toys and porn videos, to vertically challenged trust-fund bad boys, serial womanisers and ageing lotharios - all presenting themselves in cyberspace as early 30s, affluent catches!

"I’m Celibate - Get Me Out of Here!" is an unputdownable real life romp through Jo’s dates, mates and love-life disasters, brought cringingly to life through the actual emails, dating profiles and accounts of her encounters. Join Jo and her would-be suitors in a whistle stop tour of London’s eateries, bars and clubs, recoil in horror at her experience of speed-dating, balk at the audacity of the date who got married, but kept trying to come back for more Jo-to-Go, experience the frustration-inducing Northern Line and the restorative properties of Mario’s bacon sarnies…and if you can cope with the excitement, join Jo and Ducati-Bloke at the Travelodge, Birmingham…

With online dating back in the news (Joan Rivers joins match.com, Declan Donnelly reportedly says he may look for love online) "I’m Celibate - Get Me Out of Here!" is set to be the must-read book of the summer. Effortlessly capturing society’s obsession with everything ‘e’ and the eternal quest for true love and romance, Jo’s sassy, up-to-the-minute girl-about-town style will fascinate and enthral readers of all ages.

Sale - up to 50% off

2007-01-03T12:23:00.000Z

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU!

The Bag Boutique has now started its January Sale with up to 50% off selected bags and purses.

Hurry and take advantage of our great offers whilst stocks last.

January Sale Collection

Last Delivery Dates

2006-12-15T09:35:00.000Z

Here is a quick reminder of our last dates for ordering at The Bag Boutique in time for Xmas.

1st Class Recorded Delivery - 2pm on Tuesday 19th December 2006
Special Delivery - 2pm on Thursday 21st December 2006.

Start shopping online now to guarantee delivery before Christmas.

2007 - An Idyllic Retreat

2006-12-15T09:19:00.000Z

As a post totally unrelated to bags, we wanted to let you know about one of my most favourite places in the world…

For the past 28 years I have been going back to a place called the Isle of Arran in Scotland, which is an island off the West coast. For many years it has been called Scotland in Miniature and if you manage to venture up there you will know why.

For a new place to stay why not try a Bed & Breakfast in Kildonan on the South of the Island, called Mare. The house has stunning views and is ideally located for those of you wanting a walk along the beach, for bird watching or just wanting a rest away from the stresses of everyday life.

I have stayed and would definitely recommend a trip; I may be a little bit biased as there is a family connection but have a look at the website and see for yourself.

Arran is the most beautiful place, really I should be keeping it a secret...but then again we all like to hear about new places to stay.

Christmas Time

2006-12-15T09:07:00.000Z

Gosh, it has been nearly a month since my last post, time has run away with itself. In the run up to Christmas The Bag Boutique have been busy at lots of events. Christmas at Althorp in Northampton was fantastic and would recommend you make an effort next year to come along. With 2 marquees and stalls in the stables it really is a festive event, and with the chance to look around Althorp house it is a great day out with a chance to start your Christmas shopping.

Here at The Bag Boutique we hope that you have had a chance to purchase your Christmas presents from us, if not don't worry we shall we starting our January sale soon and adding lots of new bags in the New Year, so you will be able to spend your Christmas money...!

We hope that you enjoy the festive period and look forward to welcoming new customers to our site.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all at The Bag Boutique.