Treesje

There are moments when I just want to be totally girlie. Do you know what I mean? But, now that I am a “grown up” I can’t just put on all sorts of ruffles to fulfill my girlie side. Instead, I look to my handbags. The Treesje Avery Satchel shows how you can be girlie and sophisticated. You can wear a sophisticated or minimalistic outfit and let this handbag do all the talking. White glossy textured patent leather is topped off with goldtone hardware. And actually, I was a little surprised at myself. I don’t usually like ruffles, but here, the ruffles work. Tiered ruffle trim along the front and back of the handbag results in a handbag for the girlie girl. But like I said before, I can see someone wearing a sleek outfit then grabbing this to add a little frill to everything. A strap over top with turnlock closure secures everything nicely. Fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets can be found once you open the main zip closure with snap-close ends. What do you think? Too many ruffles or just right? Buy through Bluefly for $423.

I’ve been lucky enough to meet a few of our Savvy designers including the ladies at Treesje. I know I am always excited to learn more about emerging designers and their lines. As Treesje bags continue to garner attention, I was thrilled to see the Treesje Hudson Large Hobo. Honestly, the first thought that comes to mind with this bag is chic. And as much as I love the deep and dark colors of the fall, I love when designers incorporate the golden hues that, in my mind, tend to be forgotten. For those of you who are experiencing the gorgeous changing colors of the leaves, you know what I am talking about. One of the most beautiful things about the Fall can be admiring the amazing crispness in the air and the impeccable color show the trees put on.

Either way, the yellow, soft pleated leather is a perfect combination for this bag. Since the pleating of the leather goes in different directions, I think the bag looks more textured and, well, fun. Then, add the braided shoulder strap and adjustable side buckles and the bag really comes together. The hobo has fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets. I can’t express how important I think pockets are with larger bags like this one. Wouldn’t this hobo be perfect to tote around with your favorite Fall colored sweater? And for those of you like me who live in places where the climate is pretty warm year-round, fear not. Pair this hobo with a Fall colored tank top and get the same Fall look, just without as much fabric! Personally, I think it is a hit. Buy through Bluefly for $342.90.

You know what, sometimes I just like to feel pretty. I want to have pretty clothes, a pretty handbag and pretty shoes. Sure, I’ve said before that I really look for the functionality factor in a handbag, and don’t get me wrong, I do, but from time to time the only thing I care about is finding a new pretty bag to add to my collection. Well, I certainly lucked out here with Treesje. Megs and Vlad had the chance to interview designers Laura Darrah and Sheila Nazarian while not too long ago I had the opportunity to meet them while I was out in LA. Not only do I love the handbags, but also think the world of the designers. These ladies are smart, approachable, talented and fun. It is important to them that they provide handbags which are both functional and beautiful. The Treesje Luna Bag is fabulous. It is large enough to tote around during the day and chic enough to use during a night out on the town. The inside is fully lined and has cell phone/PDA holders, a zipper pocket and a key hook. I love the distressed champagne color, but if you are looking for something different, the bag comes in three other colors. Buy through Treesje for $685.