Category Archives: Handbags

03.18.11

Cross My Heart..

Cross-body bags came back with a vengeance last fall, and they are sticking around for Spring.  These super-versatile bags work well for moms, students as well as those of us who just carry around a lot of sh$t.
Here are some bags to cross your heart with this spring:
1. Messenger Bag– $225
2. Melissa Satchel– $365
3. Franny Tote– $358
4. Tellie Leather Bag– $1,175
5. Totally Turnlock Lucy– $373.50
6. Back in the Saddle– $59.99
7. Holdall Bag– $80
8. Robinson Satchel– $550

02.01.11

Kiki’s List: What I’m Loving For Spring.

Hello friends!  While I missed you all during our vacation, I was enjoying reading up on what my blogging friends are loving for Spring– thanks again ladies!
So, here’s what I am loving for spring–all things colorful; pink (big surprise there) orange, a mixture of the two (coral), trouser jeans, anything boho, wedges and lots of gold jewelry (although that seems to be a staple for me every season.)  As you may remember from last summer, Geodes are a favorite of mine.  I must give props to Lindsay of The Pursuit of Style to turning me onto this cuff.  I ordered this baby before my trip and was so elated to come home to her.  What a gorgeous piece for $60!

Here are the spring items that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Ikat Dress– $295
2. Lanvin Flats– $485
3. Paisley Scarf– $310
6. Wedge Sandals– $175
8. Agate Cuff– $60
9. Francesca Coral Tote– $239.99
10. Udolfo Top– $680
11. Marc JacobsWallet– $250

12.31.10

Add a Little Sparkle to Your NYE.

It’s well documented that I like a little sparkle in my wardrobe. If there is ever a night to do it up, tonight is the night! So get your sparkle on girls… Here are two looks perfect for a dazzling night out on the town.

 Look # 1
      Dress-TIBI, $400
      Earrings- Express, $22.90  
      Cuff– Jennifer Miller, $1,875
      Shoes– Guess, $99
      Clutch– Anya Hindmarch, $395
      Polish– Lipmann Collection, $18

          Look # 2
       Dress– Halston Heritage, $365
       Earrings– Express, $22.90
       Ring– Jennifer Miller, $3,000
       Shoes– Stuart Weitzman, $335
       Clutch– Kate Spade, $345
       Polish-Lipmann Collection, $20

I hope everyone has a safe and Happy New Year! May 2011 bring you everything that your little heart desires.

10.18.10

You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby.


Last winter we had one of the worst blizzards in history. While most were out shoveling, it seems that my friends were spending a lot of time indoors trying to keep warm. Now, what seems like 99% of my girlfriends are about to pop out babes within the next week or two. So, I have been asked to do a feature on diaper bags. Of course, I will gladly oblige.


We have come a long way since the days of quilted, floral diaper bags. There are some great choices out there, and quite frankly, you shouldn’t feel limited to bags that are only purposed for carrying diapers. You can use any bag that you like, as long as it holds diapers, wipes and bottles. Just make sure that you pick up one of these… you’re going to need it. I actually used #12 during my diaper days. It was a gift from my amazing godmother… and I loved it!

Here are the diaper bags that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Kate Spade Gramercy Baby Bag– $285 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
2. Charlie Tangerine Diaper Bag– $123.20 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
5. Batignolles Horizontal– $840 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
6. Oioi Tote– $204
12. Gucci Diaper Bag– $975 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE

09.29.10

Take Another Looksie: Talbots.

When I think of Talbots, I think of Mom. Neets, god rest her soul, was a realtor… and she dressed like a stereotypical realtor. Think Annette Benning in American Beauty. (Disclaimer: I know MANY stylish realtors… so please save your e-mails..)

I have so many memories of Mom pulling into the garage, and keeping her various red bags in the trunk until Dad left the house, then she would carry them in and we’d all hear about it when the AMX bill arrived in the mail. Learned behavior? Probably. Mike accused me just the other day of “hiding” my Home Goods bags (which I wasn’t, I actually had to put them in the laundry room so that I could get a towel for one of the contractors that was at the house) but I have been known to hide a J. Crew bag or two.


I digress. Talbots has come a long way in the last few years, and just released a new fall line that almost made my eyes pop out of my head. Classic Glamour at affordable prices. Another thing that I will say about Talbots is that their pieces are very well made. So pick a few items that you will want to keep forever. Here are the items that made it onto Kiki’s List:

1. Quilted Coat– $179 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE

4. Skinny Bangles– $49
6. Kimono Shrug– $199 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
7. Three-Quarter Length Gloves– $79 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
9. Belted Double-Faced Wool Coat– $349 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
11. Croc-Embossed Platforms– $149 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
12. Lace Skirt- $149

09.22.10

A Bouquet of Happiness: EmersonMade.

A woman with a passion and a dream. That is how it all began. EmersonMade is owned and run by the two gorgeous people that you see above. One part Emerson, one part Ryan, her husband and business partner. Here is their story:


At the time they were living in New York City. Emerson, a classically trained painter wanted to better understand the construction and structure of the flowers that she was painting. She began trying to physically reconstruct them out of paper and fabric. With her interest in fashion, she saw the opportunity to transform outfits with these pieces. There was instantly demand and EmersonMade was born. Emerson was literally selling her creations off of her own back to women on the streets. In 2008 Emerson and Ryan decided to leave the bright lights and the big city behind them and move to greener pastures in New Hampshire, where they run their business. You can take a tour of their renovated farmhouse here. Talk about a couple crush; two beautiful people with fantastic style and a mind for business… These two are unstoppable!

In their spare time, Emerson and Ryan like to take advantage of all New Hampshire has to offer. This year some of their summer highlights were picking huge boxes of blueberries, visits to the farmers market, and they are looking forward to apple picking and cider making this fall. You can add photography to their hobby list as Ryan takes most of the pictures for the website. (Emerson takes a few that she is not in.)

Thousands of people have fallen in love with this charming little company through the years, myself included. What started out as an accessory business is now so much more. This fall, EmersonMade has launched a new clothing line- and it’s fantastic. Check out the EmersonMade items that made it onto Kiki’s List. But wait, here’s the best part- EmersonMade is offering all Kiki’s List followers a rare 15% discount for two days only. (Today through Friday September 24.) Use code KIKI+EM at checkout. Start picking your fall flowers now!

1. The Dandy Dress– $228
2. Ballet Dahlia Clutch– $78 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
3. The Stripe– $78
5. Ballet Dahlia Set– $48 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
6. EM BlueBells– $198
7. The One and Only Corsage– $325 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
9. The Poppy– $54 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
10. The One and Only Flower Chain– $175 ***KIKI’S LIST FAVORITE
11. 1960’s Jacket– $220

A big, fat thank you to Emerson and Ryan. Keep up the beautiful work!