Melie Bianco Handbags

Typical mistakes while selecting Handbags

2008-08-07T06:46:00.000-07:00

By: Rachel Broune

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Whether you want to make a fashion statement, or need a bag that is functional there are lot many styles and types available today which offer great styles that will carry you through the day and into the night. If you cannot decide which is best for you, you can try buying tips. Before you buy, consider your needs, lifestyle, and personal tastes. The best bag for you should hold everything you need to carry, feel comfortable, and fit in well with the rest of your wardrobe.

Types of Handbags

Across body bag - It enables you to carry a bag whilst keeping both hands free.

Shopper bags - They are a great shopping accessory and have a top-handle with a zip or button closure.

Shoulder bags – These are of different length from the ones that reach the waist to the hip. The strap gives free hands comfort unlike a clutch.

Tote bags - The top is open so that you can shove in your gym kit or those important documents right at the last minute.

Grab bags - Simply grab and go!

Occasion/Evening bags - Clutch bags are the most common occasion/evening bags. Clutches have no straps or handles and can be carried in your hand or tucked under your arm.

Purses & wallets - Available in different sizes purses and wallets are designed to keep together all your money and coins.

Handbag Tips

Always carry a purse or handbag which is in proportion to your body size.

If you do not have a handbag to match your shoes, carry a black handbag; this is basic, though some fashion designers disagree that the belts and shoes have to match.

If you are a stickler on being organized, acquire handbags that have pockets, compartments.

Clutch bags are fashionable, however, they can jeopardize your safety.

Keep handbag with you always and hold close to your body.

Some Do's and Don'ts for Handbags

Do not use hand creams or lotions on your leather.

Do not use baby wipes, or any other wipes on this type of leather as it may stain.

If you get oil on your handbag, put corn starch on it immediately. Rub it in to absorb the oil. Brush off with a soft toothbrush.

For ink stains: use a white eraser right away. Do not use alcohol to remove ink stains. It does not work.

Do NOT use saddle soap. It is very alkaline.

For other spot or soiling use the white eraser.

So You Love Handbags?

2008-06-24T17:29:00.000-07:00

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from Bag Fancy

A few things to consider before shopping

So you really like handbags. Okay, maybe you love them. That much is clear.

But now what? Picking a handbag isn't rocket science, but there are some things to think about when shopping. Some are questions of what you want in a bag, while other considerations are much more practical. Thinking through these can make a difference between being happy with your purchase or leaving your new bag sitting in your closet collecting dust.

Style
You're browsing, and you spot a bag that you're absolutely in love with. Sitting on the rack (or calling to you from your computer screen), it's the cutest thing you've ever seen!

But unless you're going to hang it on the wall of your apartment for your guests to admire, you'll want to ask yourself this question:

What is this bag going to look like on me? Remember that a bag is only one piece of the puzzle - it should ideally match an outfit or your wardrobe (not just color, but also style and attitude). So before buying, mentally cruise your closet and try to think of what you would wear while carrying that bag.

Image is everything!!! When considering handbags/outfits, look at the image you are trying to project. Whether you're going for cute, sexy, cool, chic, conservative, etc. think of how the bag will help you pull off the image. Remember, everyone is unique and some styles don't work for everyone. Also, not all styles work for every occasion. Generally you will shop with specific kinds of activities or events in mind - and of course a formal night out is not going to be the same as a day of running errands. You might eventually want to develop a rotating repertoire of different styles for different occasions.

Finally, consider your body shape and size. Handbags come in many different shapes and colors along with style, so make sure to pick one that is flattering for you. Take a look at a guide to matching body and handbag shape before picking (see Links at bottom of article).

Carrying Capacity
All right, so you've found a handbag that looks great on you. But it is a bag, after all, and you just might also want to put stuff in it.

How much will you be able to fit in your potential bag? Also, what are you going to put in it? Along with the overall size of the bag, give some thought to things like compartments and accessibility.

Comfort
Another question: how easy will it be to carry? How big is the bag, and what kind of handle does it have? Depending on where you're going and whether you have a place to put your bag, you might end up holding it for a while.

You're going to look great with your new handbag. You might as well be comfortable too!

Price
From the infrequent buyer to the shopaholic, we all eventually ask ourselves: How much should I spend? What is this bag worth to me? "Worth" is not just a matter of a dollar value, but also of what it does for you when you have it. Will you be happy that you spent the money and bought it? Is it worth giving up lunch for a week to own that cute bag? Is it worth giving up the extra week's lunch for the matching shoes you now need? Whether you spend thousands of dollars on a Hermes Kelly Bag or $8 on a tote bag from Target, if it was worth it to you, then as Bob Barker says… the price is right.

In the end…
Shopping for a bag should be fun. That's what it's all about, isn't it? But if you take a little extra time to consider whether the style, carry capacity, comfort level, and price all suit you - you can end up being that much happier with your choice.

And hey… Informed shopping can be that much more enjoyable anyway!

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2008-06-20T10:58:00.000-07:00

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2008-05-28T20:56:00.000-07:00

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Graduation is here! She wants a REAL Designer Handbag! Have fun shopping! Here's a series of Graduation Tid-Bits we found amusing and thought you might, too!

Bad Graduation Gift Ideas
by Andy

A Briefcase: Oh, thanks Uncle Frank. You getting me this briefcase ensures that I’m supposed to work the same 9-5 office job that you've worked for that last 25 years while complaining about it and cheating on my wife with my secretary. (Sorry Aunt Jane)

“Planet Earth” on DVD: Am I that hard to shop for? How long did it take you to pick this out at Wal-Mart? Do you think that all I do is get high and watch the Discovery Channel? Well guess what, I DO!

“Planet Earth” on VHS: What? There’s like 20 tapes. Get out of my sight Grandma.

Money: What am I supposed to do with this? It's only four dollars.

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All Sorts of Graduation Ideas
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Graduation Party Ideas
The Traditions of Graduation Party -Traditions are the lifeblood of every college. Traditions connect the students to the past of the college while at the same time preparing them for the future. From the historic to the contemporary, traditions can express a spirit of unity and create a sense of community while providing for loads of fun.

Graduation Planning Checklist - Its Graduation time! You’re planning on hosting a graduation party and you want it to be unique and exciting. Planning any party can be overwhelming and many things can go wrong. So, to be on the safer side, you need to come up with a graduation planning checklist to keep things from bouncing out of control.

The Do’s and Don’ts in the Graduation Party - So, you’re graduating from high school or college and what better excuse to throw a party! Spring is that time of the year for graduation invitations, announcements and gifts. Etiquettes and manners form a very important part of our being social animals.

What To Wear on Your Graduation Day - For 12 (in some cases more) seemingly never-ending years, you obediently went through the schoolyard quarrels, your first boy-girl party, your first date, the Prom, and now finally what you’ve always been waiting for – your Graduation day! This time you’re going to be wearing an outfit that your parents will finally approve of – a gown and a cap ...

Decorating your Graduation Party - So, its graduation day and you’re all set to host a special theme party. Yes, theme parties are fun and a whole lot easier to decorate! Half the fun of hosting a graduation party is decorating the party. You can decorate your room, your lawn, you table, and even your guests! You can turn graduation caps upside down and fill them with balloons or flowers ...

Graduation Speeches Etiquette - The graduation ceremony confirms each student’s quest for knowledge. Traditionally, the ceremony will include a graduation speech that seeks to put each and every students hard work (in some cases, not so hard work) into the perspective of their future. Yes, most of us have heard one or more graduation speeches either as spectators or as graduates ourselves ...

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Graduation Announcement Tips, Wording, and Special Poems
Graduation Announcement Wording Tips - Graduation is an important time in life, and should be announced properly. Stationary with crayons and graduation caps on it is an appropriate means of announcing a child graduating from kindergarten. A photo announcement is a nice keepsake for loved ones who are being invited to the graduation ...

Graduation Announcements Wording Ideas - So, you’re graduating from high school or college and you’re busier than ever! Your last year of college is filled with thousands of events and activities that you have never even tried to attempt during your college years. From sending out resumes and applications to asking for letter of recommendation, you have loads ...

Do it yourself Graduation Announcements - A great substitute to printed graduation announcements are announcements that you print by yourself on your personal computer. Not only are these ‘Do-it-yourself’ graduation announcements a lot more economical, but they can also be equally colorful and creative. Start of by using plain white card stock or even plain white paper ...

Sending Graduation Announcements - So, its graduation day and its time to let everyone know that you are a proud graduate. Now that all those seemingly endless years of toil and hard work have finally paid off, it’s finally time to celebrate. First things first, start by sending out graduation invitations and announcements to all your near and dear ones. Most colleges and high schools ...

Graduation Invitations in General and the Etiquette
Graduation Party Invitations - Planning the Party - Everyone who has played a role in the life of the graduate should be sent an invitation to the graduation party. It is understood by most that tickets to commencement are limited, however an open house allows for everyone to congratulate the graduate. - Invitations - You can choose informal themes, such as a backyard ...

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Choosing Graduation Invitations Theme - Whether for you or a friend, Graduation day is one of the most joyous and welcomed occasions in any student’s life. It marks the end of your educational journey that can sometimes seem to be an endless and intolerable journey. Graduation is a once in a lifetime event, so give this event the honor and prestige that it truly deserves. The very first ...

The Traditions of Graduation Cap & Black Color in Your Invitations - When it comes to graduation invitations or stationary there are some traditions that are still observed by most people. In the majority of samples that you look at while shopping you will find that there are graduation caps in the majority of them. This is simply an obvious choice of décor since it is an invitation for a graduation ...

Graduation Invitations Theme
Casual Graduation Party Ideas - If you want to throw a wonderful party for that special high school or college graduate in your life, don’t assume you have to spend a fortune and put together some very elegant get together. After all, your graduate has already worked very hard to achieve this accomplishment and now just needs some time to relax and unwind. That’s why sometimes a more casual ...

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Throwing a Party for Valedictorians and Summa Cum Laude Graduates - Graduating from high school or college is a huge achievement, but if your student is graduating with honors then that achievement is even more deserving of a special celebration. No ordinary graduation is going to be sufficient. Background on Graduation Honors - If you’re not familiar with all of the “honors” terminology, then ...

Black, Red, and Green for Graduation Invitations - Graduations are one of those major milestones in life that deserve not only to be recognized but also to be celebrated. Whether the student in your life has just earned a high school diploma, a bachelor’s degree, or an even higher degree, you’ll want to find a way to show him or her just how proud you are of their hard work ...
Ideas for a Formal Graduation Party - When we think of graduation parties, sometimes we have the impression that all of them are just full of young people drinking too much and playing loud music. And sure some graduation parties would fit that description pretty well, but that isn’t your only option if you’re planning a celebration for a special student in your life ...

Feng Shui Graduation Party Ideas - Celebrating a graduation is a big deal. The family wants to show their pride at how well their student has succeeded. The student wants to know that he or she has done a good job by achieving this important life goal. When you’re planning something this special, then it only makes sense that you should take into consideration every possible way of ...

Creating Tassel as Embellishments For Your Invitations - If you want to create a graduation invitation that is sure to get the attention of those you invite you can do a lot of it yourself. It can be fun to add your own personal touch to it, even if you order the actual stationary and then create a tassel as an embellishment. Everyone associates a tassel with graduation, so this can be a fun addition! If you ...

Clip-Arts for Graduation Invitations - Do you want to add some fun and uniqueness to your graduation invitation but you aren’t sure what may or may not be appropriate? If so, you aren’t alone. The fact of the matter is that there are a lot of fun or original things that you can do; you simply need to infuse your own style into it and get creative. Anything that you can imagine can generally be created ...

Personalize Your Graduation Invitations with Special Inspirations - A graduation invitation can be just a graduation invite, but there are some great things that you can do to add your personal touch and make it interesting and even inspirational to those that you send them to. There is nothing better than sending out invites that have been infused with your own personal style, whatever that may be ...

Differentiating Masculine & Feminine Invitations Theme - Because both men and women graduate from high school as well as college there needs to be a way to differentiate between invitations that are more appropriate for men and those that are more appropriate for women. This is not to say that there aren’t invitations that are appropriate for both genders, but if you want something that ...

Seasonal Graduation Invitations
Show Your Patriotism with Patriotic Graduation Invitations Theme - Over the last couple years the patriotism in our country seems to have been renewed and this includes the young, the old, and everyone in between. If you are graduating from high school or college why not share your patriotism with others with a patriotic invitation theme? Why go drab when you can serve to inspire those that ...

Graduation Photo Christmas Cards - Are you graduating early? Many students that graduate early, graduate in the winter months, which is a great opportunity to do something different with your graduation invitation. You can not only send an invite to all those that you would like to attend your graduation ceremonies; you can send a Christmas greeting at the same time by enclosing a Christmas card with a photo ...

After The Graduation
Sending Graduation Thank You Cards - So, your graduation day has come and gone, the ceremonies were amazing, the graduation party was brilliant, and above all, the graduation gifts were super cool! The graduate is happy, the graduate’s guests are happy, everyone is happy. But, after the ceremony, party and gifts comes the most daunting part – sending out ...

Graduation Photo and your Scrapbooking Project - Honoring the graduate is one of the most important parts of the graduation ceremony. If you’ve organized your photo albums over the years, then everything should be up to date. But, if you are like most of us, then you’re family photos are probably piled up in boxes in the attic. Since you are going to be graduating pretty soon, now ...

Career Guide After Graduation - Transitioning out of college can be both, an exciting as well as a scary experience. There are newer and tougher challenges to face, unwritten laws to be followed, unexplored opportunities for progress – and humiliation – in every nook and cranny. While recent graduates and most other college students are preparing themselves to become experts ...

Reunion Graduate Party Planning - Once you graduate, you only get to see you friends every ten years at each reunion! So you want to have a fun reunion party this time and not a boring formal one? Planning for your reunion would mean coming up with a special plan or an idea for the party. From the decorations to the food and particularly the entertainment, your graduate reunion party ...

Melie Bianco Hobo with Side Bow 87001

2008-05-25T09:06:00.001-07:00

Melie Bianco is renowned for chic handbags so it's no surprise that the hobo bag with side bow is just adorable as can be. Appealing for both the girly and sporty type, this Melie Bianco hobo is sure to attract compliments where ever it goes. Featuring slouchy soft faux leather, sunny hues like yellow and pistachio, and a roomy exterior, Melie Bianco continues to hold its place as a handbag favorite in our books and with ease. Shop for discount Melie Bianco handbags now.

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Both Durable & Stylish, Isn't That A Quality? - Melie Bianco Handbag Review

2008-05-22T20:07:00.000-07:00

Melie Bianco Top Stitched Shoulder Bag

From Handbags Reviews

In the professional world we live in today, it is an essential as a woman, to have a handbag that is both durable and stylish. The Melie Bianco handbag is just that, it is constructed with a material that is similar to leather, which makes it very durable. On the outside of the bag, the appearance is like a rainbow of brown, hazel nut, turquoise, and light green, which makes the bag very stylish.

One of the best qualities that I found in this handbag is that it matches just about every outfit in my closet. Anything that is brown, hazelnut, cream, light green, turquoise, and blue will match this handbag perfectly. The Melie Bianco handbag also features dual carrying handles as well as a detachable shoulder strap. These two things come in handy when you want to change from wearing your handbag over your shoulder to just carrying it under your arm or gently in your hand.

Sometimes, if you are anything like me, when you are in a hurry you just want to pick up your handbag and run out the door, full steam ahead. You just don’t have time to handle the shoulder straps. On the inside of the bag it is fully lined with polka dot lining, which has a little extra fashion to the bag, instead of just being a plain color which makes a bag look bland.

On the top, there is a zippered opening that leads into the inside of the bag with a side zippered pocket and two open pockets. All of the pockets come in handy when you want to hide your money or put your cell phone down in your purse out of plain sight. You have to be really careful when you are out and about on the town because there are some people that will pick-pocket you in a heart beat.

Overall, the based on the experience that I had with the Melie Bianco handbag, I would have to say that it is a handbag that offers each and every woman a sense of professionalism and freedom to be who you are. The ability to change the handbag from consisting of a strap to just handles is absolutely wonderful especially when you like to use the bag for several different occasions and you really like the bag and you don’t want to used any other handbag but this one.

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Melie Bianco Shoulder Bag with Flap Over S7-144

2008-05-18T12:50:00.000-07:00

A very unique looking handbag, which is no surprise since it's a Melie Bianco bag, the MelieBianco Shoulder Bag with Flap Over is very hippy chic. Combining a casual style with a chain link strap and all-white body this bag can be worn by a hipster and couture fashionista alike because you its both sophisticated and funky at the same time. White is a favorite for summer and the perfect way to make your wardrobe fresh. Shop for Melie Bianco handbags now.

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Frame Bag Fever - Melie Bianco Flap Over Circle Push Lock S8-72

2008-05-17T14:55:00.001-07:00

One of the hottest looks this season is the vintage-inspired frame bag and we can't get enough. A very stylish and modern handbag that updates the mod look, the Melie Bianco Flap Over Circle Push Lock is our favorite frame bag yet. Featuring a vibrant blue hue, flap over front and push lock details, this Melie Bianco bag is super trendy yet costs under $100 which makes keeping up with the trends affordable and easy. Shop for Melie Bianco handbags at up to 20% off now.

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Melie Bianco Celebrates Memorial Day with American Fashion Designers

2008-05-16T16:29:00.001-07:00

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Celebrate Memorial Day in style and take an extra 20% off all the American Designers at eFashionHouse.com. We owe a lot to the European influence when it comes to fashion. Yet, the American Designers produce an image we call, "Home." People like Ralph Lauren, Liz Claiborne, Calvin Klein, Donna Karan, Tommy Hilfiger, Marc Jacobs, Melie Bianco and Elaine Turner pave the way for upcoming American fashion influence. Designers like Tano Bags, BCBG, Coach, Dooney & Bourke and Brighton bring a sense of American style and unique image to their collections. We honor all the American Designers this season and celebrate with them for Memorial Day 2008.

Whether you are looking for a new handbag, wallet, tote or leather shoulder bag, you can find a perfect American Designer Handbag for an unbeatable price. But don't lose sight of the true meaning of Memorial Day. We celebrate in honor of many people who have died in military service protecting our country. It's really about honoring our heros.

Yes, we are addicted to fashion, and we admire the creative design process. We are always seeking a bargain, and we shop online for the best deals we can find. So, get ready for Memorial Day with a celebration of American Designers at an additional 20% off, and remember our heros who lived their lives to make America our home.

MORE ABOUT Memorial Day
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday that is observed on the last Monday of May (observed in 2008 on May 26). It was formerly known as Decoration Day. This holiday commemorates U.S. men and women who have died in military service to their country. It began first to honor Union soldiers who died during the American Civil War. After World War I, it was expanded to include those who died in any war or military action. One of the longest standing traditions is the running of the Indianapolis 500, which has been held in conjunction with Memorial Day since 1911. It is also traditionally viewed as the beginning of summer by many, for many schools are dismissed around Memorial Day.

Many people observe this holiday by visiting cemeteries and memorials. A national moment of remembrance takes place at 3 p.m. US Eastern time. Another tradition is to fly the U.S. flag at half-staff from dawn until noon local time. Volunteers place a U.S. flag upon each gravesite located in a National Cemetery.

Many politicians and community leaders give speeches at community gatherings on Memorial Day.In addition to remembrance, Memorial Day is also a time for picnics, family gatherings, and sporting events. Some Americans also view Memorial Day as the unofficial beginning of summer and Labor Day as the unofficial end of the season. The national Click it or ticket campaign ramps up beginning Memorial Day weekend, noting the beginning of the most dangerous season for auto accidents and other safety related incidents. The USAF "101 Critical days of summer" begin on this day as well. Some Americans use Memorial Day to also honor any family members who have died, not just servicemen.

Flags flying at Fort Logan National Cemetery during Memorial Day 2006.Memorial Day formerly occurred on May 30, and some, such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW), advocate returning to this fixed date, although the significance of the date is tenuous. The VFW stated in a 2002 Memorial Day Address, "Changing the date merely to create three-day weekends has undermined the very meaning of the day. No doubt, this has contributed a lot to the general public's nonchalant observance of Memorial Day."

Following the end of the Civil War, many communities set aside a day to mark the end of the war or as a memorial to those who had died. Some of the places creating an early memorial day include Charleston, South Carolina; Boalsburg, Pennsylvania; Richmond, Virginia; Carbondale, Illinois; Columbus, Mississippi; many communities in Vermont; and some two dozen other cities and towns. These observances eventually coalesced around Decoration Day, honoring the Union dead, and the several Confederate Memorial Days.

Decoration Day, c. 1900. "You bet I'm goin' to be a soldier, too, like my Uncle David, when I grow up."According to Professor David Blight of the Yale University History Department, the first memorial day was observed in 1865 by liberated slaves at the historic race track in Charleston. The site was a former Confederate prison camp as well as a mass grave for Union soldiers who had died while captive. A parade with thousands of freed blacks and Union soldiers was followed by patriotic singing and a picnic.

The official birthplace of Memorial Day is Waterloo, New York. The village was credited with being the birthplace because it observed the day on May 5, 1866, and each year thereafter, and because it is likely that the friendship of General John Murray, a distinguished citizen of Waterloo, and General John A. Logan, who led the call for the day to be observed each year and helped spread the event nationwide, was a key factor in its growth.

General Logan had been impressed by the way the South honored their dead with a special day and decided the Union needed a similar day. Reportedly, Logan said that it was most fitting; that the ancients, especially the Greeks, had honored their dead, particularly their heroes, by chaplets of laurel and flowers, and that he intended to issue an order designating a day for decorating the grave of every soldier in the land, and if he could he would have made it a holiday.

Logan had been the principal speaker in a citywide memorial observation on April 29, 1866, at a cemetery in Carbondale, Illinois, an event that likely gave him the idea to make it a national holiday. On May 5, 1868, in his capacity as commander-in-chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, a veterans' organization, Logan issued a proclamation that "Decoration Day" be observed nationwide. It was observed for the first time on May 30 of the same year; the date was chosen because it was not the anniversary of a battle. The tombs of fallen Union soldiers were decorated in remembrance of this day.

Many of the states of the U.S. South refused to celebrate Decoration Day, due to lingering hostility towards the Union Army and also because there were very few veterans of the Union Army who lived in the South. A notable exception was Columbus, Mississippi, which on April 25, 1866 at its Decoration Day commemorated both the Union and Confederate casualties buried in its cemetery.

The alternative name of "Memorial Day" was first used in 1882, but did not become more common until after World War II, and was not declared the official name by Federal law until 1967 . On June 28, 1968, the United States Congress passed the Uniform Holidays Bill, which moved three holidays from their traditional dates to a specified Monday in order to create a convenient three-day weekend and for the first time recognized Columbus Day as a federal holiday. The holidays included Washington's Birthday (which evolved into Presidents' Day), Veterans Day, and Memorial Day. The change moved Memorial Day from its traditional May 30 date to the last Monday in May. The law took effect at the federal level in 1971 . After some initial confusion and unwillingness to comply at the state level, all fifty states adopted the measure within a few years, although Veterans Day was eventually changed back to its traditional date. Ironically, most corporate businesses no longer close on Columbus Day or Veterans Day, and an increasing number are staying open on President's Day as well. The holiday has endured as one where most businesses stay closed because it marks the beginning of the "summer vacation season" (similar to neighboring Canada's Victoria Day, which occurs on the prior Monday).

Precious Cargo - Melie Bianco Double Pocket Cargo Bag S8-200

2008-05-13T18:25:00.001-07:00

Known for affordable trendy styles, it is not surprise that this Melie Bianco Double Pocket Cargo Bag is just that...chic and very affordable. Made from distressed faux leather that feels like butter and looks like the real thing, this bag was made for the woman who doesn't mind getting her hands a little dirty but wants to look good doing it. The handbag comes equip with extra pockets and straps and even a compact little cell phone holder so you'll always find what you are looking for. Shop for authentic Melie Bianco handbags at up to 20% off now.

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Melie Bianco is the creator of the highly fashionable Melie Bianco handbag

2008-05-12T18:36:00.000-07:00

from Desigers & Style

The Melie Bianco designer handbag has turned out to be the most popular handbag. It has been seen in top fashion magazines all over the world sparking the Bianco frenzy. You may also have seen the Melie Bianco white handbag sported by LC on MTV's Laguna Beach. Many other TV personalities such as Julianne Moore and Cameron Diaz have also been seen sporting their own Melie Bianco handbag.

Melie Bianco bags are affordably priced between $25.00 and $60.00 online. If you are looking for a fun and stylish handbag, a Bianco bag is exactly what you need! We have gathered together for you an assortment of featured online retailers that are reputable and affordable. Please click on the link below and enjoy shopping at a few of the most secure sites on the internet.

Melie bags come in a variety of styles and colors, so there is something for everyone. The large slouchy hobo bag has a removable handle so you can turn your slouch bag into a sling bag. It's like having two bags in one! With padded double handles, plenty of room for essentials, side pockets, magnetic snap closure, and a cell phone holder all wrapped up in an extremely soft faux leather material, you're ready to hit the fashion runway.

Another of Melie Bianco's more popular handbags is the metallic heart convertible ring bag. This years collection is Bianco's hottest to date. If you want to add some excitement to your look, this convertible ring bag by Bianco will help you do just that. Made with top quality synthetic metallic material, a top zip closure, cell phone pocket, 2 large rings, 2 small rings, and a detachable shoulder strap, it's easy to interchange into several different styles and ways to wear.

Melie Bianco Sinched Handbag W7195K

2008-05-11T17:51:00.001-07:00

Even if you weren't in love with the $2k version of this handbag design, at only $65 you might want to take a second look. Inspired by Jimmy Choo, this Melie Bianco sinched handbag features a modern and sophisticated look. Made from faux leather that is as soft and attractive as the real thing, Melie Bianco makes her bags for fashion mavens rich and poor, young and old, dressy or casual and we love her for that. Melie Bianco handbag measures about 14 x 10 x 4 inches. Shop for the Melie Bianco sinched handbag for only $65 now.

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Huge Melie Bianco Handbag Sale - in progress now

2008-05-11T08:54:00.000-07:00

Huge Melie Bianco Handbag Sale - in progress now. Purses to Blog for at big online price cuts - Budgets that work for you! Budget Shopping Online - Huge Designer Handbag Sale at eFashionHouse!

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Melie Bianco Double Pocket Shoulder Bag with Clasp W6-336

2008-05-06T19:41:00.001-07:00

Featuring the casual fashion forward look that made Melie Bianco the must-have handbag brand among Hollywood elite, the Melie Bianco Double Pocket Shoulder Bag with Clasp is another one of friendly-for-all-ages, trend setting handbags that continue to keep Melie Bianco on the map. Whether it's the bold buckles, front pockets or contrasting stitching, you gotta love Melie Bianco for never being expensive and always being adorable. Shop for Melie Bianco handbags now.

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How To Find The Perfect Handbag

2008-05-06T18:59:00.000-07:00

By Mary Olaya

Let's be honest. These days there are hundreds of handbag styles to choose from. So as a consumer, where do you begin? Do you follow the fashion experts? Does the latest It handbag necessarily mean you must have that bag this season? Do you choose one that compliments your figure and works well with your wardrobe? Or do you choose quality with an affordable price tag?

Well, the answer is Yes - for all of the above. But there are also other factors to consider too.

Trying on a handbag is just as important as trying on clothes. Where your handbag rests will actually draw the most attention. If someone is glammed up, the first detail others will notice is accessories, most likely your handbag. A handbag can make or break your look.

The most important factor to consider when choosing the right handbag for your body type is Size and Shape. That choice is more difficult for tiny and shorter ladies.

Small and classic handbag shapes generally work best. Focus on smaller handbags that fit tightly and comfortably underneath your shoulder. It's all about proportion. Stay away from large, rectangular shapes. Small shoulder handbags are a great alternative. They work perfectly with figure proportions and add length to the body and arms. More defined round shapes, such as the gaucho & silverado styles, work too.

Also consider the handles and their positioning. The handle drop should not have too much. A handbag that sits below your hips will make you appear shorter. If you need a sling/messenger bag, be sure the shoulder strap is adjustable and let the bag rest near your hips and no lower. Avoid oversized, bulky bags unless you need an overnight or weekender. Big sizes will not flatter your shape.

Another perfect alternative is clutches. Go for different colours and styles. Clutches are versatile during the day and will carry all your necessities in the evening.

There are also limitations for taller ladies. Although they have a height advantage, some styles still won't work. If you're tall or slim, your long limbs work well for more rectangular and square structured shapes, such as motorcycle and paddington styles.

If you're not already a fan of oversized bags, get cracking. Oversized handbags are definitely - In. Fashion has embraced the oversized trend in handbags and clothing lately. What's the best tip? It's what our parents told us for years. Less is more. So consider a bag that's not too oversized. Don't go over the top. Go for box styles or rectangular shapes. The biggest blunder many make with these styles is practicality. Never carry an oversized bag empty. Oversized bags look flat and empty with just your wallet and keys inside. Use these bags as a useful shopping tote. Now, that's just plain easy.

Never let an oversized shoulder bag sit past your hips. Straps should be short or adjustable. Not only will the bag look better, but its weight won't put pressure on your lower back. It's important for you to move comfortably and easily.

Let the handbag speak for itself. Do the inside compartments hold all your necessary essentials? Do you like its style and overall look? In the end, you have to be happy. After all, a handbag should be a girl's best accessory, not a burden.

Melie Bianco Pleated Handbag S840K

2008-05-03T17:13:00.000-07:00

The MELIE BIANCO handbag collection has been very colorful and adorned with hardware this spring and summer, which is keeping up with the current trend in designer handbags, but we are glad that Melie Bianco also makes bags in the neutral hues too. One of our favorite everyday bags from this season is the Melie Bianco pleated handbag in black. Recently featured in various fashion magazines, it's easy to see why this bag was a darling among fashion editors. Sometimes simple is sweet when it comes to fashion and Melie Bianco proves that with this handbag. MelieBianco pleated bag measures about 16 x 10 x 6 inches. Shop for this Melie Bianco handbag at 22% off now.

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Melie Bianco sinched designer handbag

2008-04-29T17:55:00.000-07:00

MELIE BIANCO bags W7195K sinched designer purses designer handbags black is $65 online. Measures about 14 x 10 x 4 inches. Measurements are approximate. MELIE BIANCO handbags are designer handbags a very affordable designer purse. If this design reminds you of a high end designer handbag you are right. All the celebrities carry these shoulder bags and now you can too. Melie Bianco takes the best of the best and makes her designer handbags affordable for the masses. We love Melie Bianco and we are introducing her collection on DesignersLA. The Melie Bianco handbag line is made of very soft synthetic leather material. The high quality synthetic leather is light weight and easy to maintain and keep clean. The synthetic leathers and combinations used make the Melie Bianco handbags look rich without paying a high price. Most of the Melie Bianco handbags featured in DesignersLA have been spot lighted in major fashion magazines and television shows worldwide. The sizes are considered medium to large. The Melie Bianco bags have a secure top closure. The bags are fully lined and have extra storage pockets. Many of the Melie Bianco handbag designs have pockets inside and outside. The use of studs and zippers with pockets and strapping is common in Melie Bianco purse designs. The purses come in a variety of colors. Colors are listed in the drop down menu. If colors are not listed they are sold out. You will be delighted to add a Melie Bianco handbag to your collection.

A gift she'll love for under $75 - Melie Bianco Multi Pocket Satchel

2008-04-26T12:00:00.000-07:00

There are a lot of things we can think of to give to mom on Mother's Day that will show our love and gratitude but there aren't a lot of things we think she'll appreciate for under $75. Good thing we have Melie Bianco to turn too because we can get a gorgeous handbag for mom without breaking the bank. We chose the Melie Bianco multi pocket satchel in brown because it looks a lot like another expensive designer handbag maker but at a fraction of the price. Not too trendy but very stylish, it's hard to get such a beautiful bag for only $74 but Melie Bianco makes it possible. Melie Bianco satchel measures about 16 x 9 x 5 inches. Shop forMelie Bianco handbags now.

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It's time for a white melie bianco handbag!

2008-04-26T10:33:00.000-07:00

Yup! It's that time of year again when we can carry white! There's nothing more fashionable than a big white shoulder bag for this time of year! And, Melie Bianco makes them so very affordable you can own more than one! Would you believe? ONLY $76!

MELIE BIANCO bags W824WH top stitched shoulder bag white designer purses designer handbags. Here is a perfect hobo shoulder bag measuring about 16 x 13 x 4 inches. Measurements are approximate. MELIE BIANCO handbags are designer handbags a very affordable designer purse. If this design reminds you of a high end designer handbag you are right. All the celebrities carry these shoulder bags and now you can too. Melie Bianco takes the best of the best and makes her designer handbags affordable for the masses. We love Melie Bianco and we are introducing her collection on DesignersLA. The Melie Bianco handbag line is made of very soft synthetic leather material. The high quality synthetic leather is light weight and easy to maintain and keep clean. The synthetic leathers and combinations used make the Melie Bianco handbags look rich without paying a high price.

As seen in People StyleWatch, Melie Bianco's top stitched shoulder bag is a hit worldwide. Most of the Melie Bianco handbags featured in DesignersLA have been spot lighted in major fashion magazines and television shows worldwide. The sizes are considered medium to large. The Melie Bianco bags have a secure top closure. The bags are fully lined and have extra storage pockets. Many of the Melie Bianco handbag designs have pockets inside and outside. The use of studs and zippers with pockets and strapping is common in Melie Bianco purse designs. The purses come in a variety of colors. Colors are listed in the drop down menu. If colors are not listed they are sold out. You will be delighted to add a Melie Bianco handbag to your collection. And at these prices you may want to add several while supplies last. Your Melie Bianco handbag comes complete inside its sleeper bag packaged directly from the Melie Bianco warehouse. Guaranteed authentic. Comes with sleeper bag.

Forget the flowers! Mom wants a new designer handbag for Mother's Day

2008-04-25T17:23:00.000-07:00

What mom really wants for Mother’s Day is a new designer handbag so eFashionHouse.com is making shopping for mom easy with free shipping.

Sky Valley, CA (PRWEB), April 24, 2008: Gone are the days where shopping for mom meant a pretty floral arrangement or a box of her favorite chocolate. Today’s moms are more interested in trendy or classic designer handbags, so eFashionHouse.com is making shopping for mom a little easier with free shipping for Mother’s Day (May 11).

Named Best of the Web by People StyleWatch for below retail priced designer handbags and recognized by About.com as the top of three online retailers of off-priced Chanel, eFashionHouse.com has all the designers and styles moms want. From handbag darling Elaine Turner, to couture legend Chanel, to American staple Coach, eFashionHouse.com offers the latest in designer handbags for all budgets.

"It’s not only fashionistas that want the latest designer handbag all the time, today’s mom is very hip and wants to carry a nice leather handbag as well" said Anna Miller, eFashionHouse Owner. "To meet the needs of our clients, we now carry handbags that are age-friendly…meaning most of the designers we carry cater to women of all ages who simply love fashion."

Not only does eFashionHouse.com, and its five fashion ecommerce stores (BrandsBoutique, LuxuryVintage, DesignersLA, ItalysOutlet and ValueBags), offer a wide variety of authentic designer handbags but they guarantee the lowest prices online for Tano, Melie Bianco, Murval, Elaine Turner and Pietro Alessandro. Plus the site offers a layaway plan that allows its clients to pay over time and still get the bag of their dreams.

If you still don’t know what to get mom, here’s a couple of hot selling bags that are sure to make her smile (and maybe even giggle with glee):

• COACH Hamptons Cream Large Tote – 26% off
• ELAINE TURNER Andie Platinum Distressed Leather Satchel – 24% off
• Tano Bauhaus Leather Tote – 21% off
• Gucci Brit Medium Tote in Brown – 26% off
• Yves Saint Laurent Downtown Tote in Cream – 21% off
• Vintage Chanel Quilted Lambskin Shoulder Bag – only $499

In addition to huge savings on brand new, 100% authentic designer handbags, shoppers will receive free ground shipping from April 24th thru May 2nd on purchase over $100 with coupon code MD08. Plus there is no sales tax on all purchases worldwide.

About eFashionHouse.com
Anna Miller is the President of i-GlobalMall.com, Inc. She operates the website http://www.efashionhouse.com/ and sells high-end authentic designer handbags and accessories at off-retail prices. EFashionHouse.com was named Best of the Web by People Magazine StyleWatch for Discount Designer Handbags and Purses. eFashionHouse.com should not be confused with any other website selling a similar product or using a similar name. EfashionHouse.com is the home of five fashion ecommerce stores: BrandsBoutique, LuxuryVintage, DesignersLA, ItalysOutlet, and ValueBags. Anna is considered an Internet Pioneer & Ecommerce Entrepreneur. She’s been reselling Designer Merchandise online since the early 90s. eFashionHouse.com has an extensive Press Page and a Fashion Blog Network. Visit the site for more details.