Get the Look: Spring/Summer 2011 Brand Name Handbags Find out which designer bags the A-list celebrities think are worth toting this season.
The Antigona by Givenchy Givenchy’s ‘Antigona’ bag, in all its practical yet chic glory has caught the eye of many a stylish celebrity handbag collectors…
‘Mad Men’ star January Jones takes her Antigona along to the gym in downtown Los Angeles…. … and reality TV star Nicole Richie also finds the bag on the right side of sporty for her workout trips….Meanwhile ‘Avatar’ actress Zoe Saldana totes the piece of Givenchy arm candy for a power shopping trip.
The Madras by Prada
Prada’s latest fashion trend of 2011 must-have is the ‘Madras’ – such a zesty shade of orange that it could also have been called ‘caution’. Hand-woven using goat leather from India’s Madras region via a sophisticated but traditional weaving technique, the bag can be found at select Prada retailers. This is definitely the way to pull off orange.
Actress Sienna Miller has used the Madras to brighten up a casual, denim look. And Jessica Alba displays her fashion savvy with the Prada must-have – the LA-based actress loves her designer bags. The Madras by Prada Actress Uma Thurman went for a bright, boxy version of the orange bag. Fab!
Sofia Coppola for Louis Vuitton The classic ‘Sofia Coppola’ bag designed by the film director for Louis Vuitton has become an instant classic. Something as sleek as this brand name handbags belong on your arm for everyday adventure.
The film director designed the bag after a trip to Louis Vuitton’s historic workshop in Asnières filled her with creative inspiration. Actress Kirsten Dunst (incidentally one of Coppola’s closest collaborators) effortlessly integrated the bag into her wardrobe. Designer bag-lady Sienna Miller has often been pictured with the versatile handbag.
The Mademoiselle by Chanel The newest authentic Chanel handbag must-have features the traditional quilted body, but no fold over top like the Chanel 2.55.
‘Gossip Girl’ star Blake Lively was signed up by Chanel creative director Karl Lagerfeld to be the ‘face’ of the bag. Stylish actress Isabel Lucas was quick to get her hands on the new addition in a muted shade of camel.