Category: Handbags

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

So, Mother’s Day is May 10 and quickly approaching us. Although most of us can’t take our mom out to brunch, we can definitely still make it a special day for mom! I came across a few cute gift ideas, check them out below.

1. Johanna Ortiz High-Rise Linen Pants– These pants are perfect for the spring/summer. They’re cute, airy and linen. Mom might love these.

2. Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker– We are all spending more time at home during this coronavirus quarantine, why not gift mom a great speaker so she can relax outside with her favorite music?

 

3. Skims Shapewear– We all could use a little shapewear to get in that dress. Try gifting Skims Shapewear to mom, she might really appreciate it!

 

4. Makeup Mirror with Brightness Control– this makeup mirror turns on automatically as your face approaches and moms love a good face beat!

 

5. Bottega Veneta Jodie Handbag– Splurge on mom and gift her this gorgeous handbag! The bag comes in three different colors too. 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Black Friday Deals 2019

Hope y’all had a great Thanksgiving! I was in a food coma yesterday. Black Friday is upon us and I just had to share these deals for the day! Check them out below.

  1. Coltorti Boutique– 15% off Fall/Winter 2019 Collections and previous 
  2. Steve Madden- up to 50% regular priced merchandise. Use Code BF2019
  3. ModaOperandi- (one of my faves) shop up to 50% off plus an additional 30% off with the code X30 
  4. Neiman Marcus- enjoy up to 65% off plus an extra 33% off select merchandise 
  5. Nordstrom- save up to 50% off on gifts
  6. Walmart- get your holiday decorations
  7. FARFETCH- shop sale up to 50% off 
  8. Lastly, some of your favorite items in the fashion shop are on sale!

Happy hunting!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Fendi Spring/Summer 2020 Handbags

So it’s Milan Fashion Week and I’m loving the handbags of the Fendi Spring/Summer 2020 Show this week. They’ve got fur, fringe and beading. I’m into it. Gorgeous. Which ones do you like?

Update: Check out Fendi bags for the season here.

Photo Credit: Alessandro Lucioni / Gorunway.com

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

Staud Rainbow Dress

Happy Labor Day weekend! I’m here in Florida about to ride out a hurricane. Our weekend down here in Florida hasn’t been ideal but at least we have meteorologists. Anyway, I’ve been enjoying this Staud rainbow dress this summer. It’s a nice light cotton fabric, perfect for a hot summer day. I paired the dress with a cute Rebecca Minkoff mini yellow handbag and my Badgley Mischka metallic pink heels (similar Gucci here). Also added these pineapple earrings from H & M. Check out more photos below and enjoy the day!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

FARFETCH Mid-Winter Sale Finds!!

So if you haven’t heard already, FARFETCH is having a ridiculous sale. Over 3000 items are up to 70% off, AND they’re throwing in an additional 20% off with the code x20ff. Yea, I know. Sounds too good to be true right? Well, there are actually some amazing finds! I didn’t comb through all 3000 items but I definitely made my way through a lot of them and found some cute things for myself.

PANTS

 

Everybody needs a good pair of jeans, these classic Brocken Bow skinny jeans above are on sale for $88. If you want to try something different…maybe you’re going to fashion week in one of the cities next month, try these purple Alberta Ferretti trousers with just a cool t-shirt or sweater.

SWEATSHIRTS

 

Found a few cute sweatshirts/sweaters. They’re ideal for cozy warmth on a cold winter day. Loving the lace detail on the Adidas by Stella McCartney sweatshirt. Fabulous.

 

DRESSES

  

Some of these dresses can work this winter with some tights and even an undershirt. But some of them will be absolutely perfect for the spring!

COATS

  

Okay so up north it definitely gets old wearing the same coat everyday. Especially that good old black or grey that everybody wears. Hey I love black and grey but there is no better way to spice up a cold winter day than with a bright-colored coat. Delpozo has a beautiful yellow and beige cape coat 40% off. Hurry though because there is only one left.

SKIRTS

There’s plenty of skirts on sale but I have to say this black and white Balmain mini skirt will definitely get worn. You can go to lunch with that…even to work if you do it right.

BAGS

So mind you this Bao Bao Issey Miyake bag is on sale and I hardly ever see any of their merchandise on sale. And kid you not, Ashish, Proenza Schouler and Rebecca Minkoff. High to low… yess!

 

SHOES

  

There’s a lot of boots on sale. Now might be the time to try that sexy high-knee boot or even these Versace velvet boots.

If you’re looking for more picks, feel free to visit the fashion shop. Have fun and please do share your finds in the comments below!

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

 

Wish List: Five Spring Chanel Bags

                                                                            Chanel Flag Bag, $4000

So spring has sprung and I recently came across a few Chanel handbags that were just so cute! Chanel bags can be expensive but they are worth the investment. Yes, some of them are trends of the moment but you’d be surprised how vintage Chanel bags can transcend time. Sequins and plastic are definitely a thing for Spring 2018. But I’m sure these bags will still be fabulous in the future. Check them out below and contact me for more information!

                                                                            Chanel Backpack, $3400
                                                                           Chanel’s Gabrielle Hobo Bag, $5000
                                                                            Chanel Flap Bag, $2600
                                                                        Chanel Classic Handbag, $11400

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

 

DezignNation Struts Miami Drive-In Fashion Show

I recently attended the Struts Miami Fashion Show by DezignNation (founded by Aguy Smith) and was completely blown away by Project Runway finalist Laurence Basse’s designs as well as a few other local designers. I had never been to a ‘drive-in’ fashion show but it was actually kind of convenient because it was cool in Florida that night.

I wore my Catherine Malandrino leather pants (similar below), a Club Monaco sweater and my Steve Madden sneaker heels. The show was in a parking garage and featured designs from House of Roxy B., Over a Trillion Served and more. They also had wine and pies from Pink Pie available at the show as well. 

 

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

New Year, New Handbag! Eight Cute Designer Bags

Calvin Klein 205W395NYC Genuine Calf Hair Tote, $3950

 

Happy New Year! You know what they say New Year, new you! Now is the time not just to make your plans for 2018 but it’s also a great time for a new hairstyle, profile picture or even a new handbag!

Order the Michael Kors Fox Fur Tote for the rest of the winter or pre-order the Hayward Python Shopper for Spring! Check out more handbags below and keep in mind that ModaOperandi is having a promotion of up to 25% off their handbags until January 12th. Just use the code NEWBAG25 for 25% off $1000 purchase and NEWBAG20 for 20% off a $500 purchase

Happy shopping!

                 Gucci Dionysus Suede Clutch, $1890

 

                 Cult Gaia Small Ark Handbag, $298

 

 
Michael Kors Large Elenor Genuine Fox Fur Tote, $1750

 

Alexander Wang Dome Stud Roxy Black Suede Mini Bucket Bag, $595
Balenciaga Small Classic City Graffiti Leather Tote, $2190
              Hayward Shiny Python Mini Shopper, $790

                   3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Magenta Leather Mini Satchel, $417

                                                                   

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles

 

NEW COLLECTIONS

Blue and White Striped Mark D. Sikes Dress

When I was in New York in October there were a few warm days and I wore this Mark D. Sikes blue and white striped dress with my new Proenza Schouler PS1 white handbag. Since I’ve moved to Florida, this handbag goes perfectly with many of my bright-colored outfits. And if you’re up north, who says you can’t wear white all year round? If not, check out some of these other colors that the Proenza Schouler PS1 handbags below! 

 

Photo Credit: Mariya Nicole Photography

Sincerely,

“Fashionably-Late”

Malinda F. Knowles