Remember Vera Bradley?

Was Vera Bradley just popular in the south? I remember in middle and high school everyone had a Vera Bradley something. Those $34 lunch bags were pretty damn popular. 

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I'm sure you all remember these pricey paisley print cotton quilted bags. It was like everyone at the same time lost interest in Vera Bradley. I'm not a huge fan of the designs, but I have a large Vera Bradley tote bag that I use as an overnight bag, and that thing has lasted at least 6 or 7 years. 

Today I saw an ad in Seventeen and it sparked my curiosity a little bit (effective advertising). 

I don't understand the "I am" part, but it caught my attention for some reason. Anyway, I checked out the site out of curiosity. The printed quilted cotton bags are still available, the brand has branched out and has some solid color leather bags available as well. They are expensive, but it might be time to revisit Vera Bradley. Here are some Vera Bradley items available right now that I wouldn't mind owning. 

1. Amy Quilted Leather Backpack in Blush

2. Soft Fringe Scarf in Emerald Geometric - the scarves are definitely worth checking out. 

3. Quilted Emma Mini Crossbody in Magenta

4. Teardrop Earrings in Marrakesh - I don't think I'd like this pattern on a bag but I adore it on these earrings. 

5. XL Throw Blanket in Sierra Tribal

6. Kelsey Polarized Sunglasses in Blue Bayou

7. Bubble Umbrella in Pixie Bloom

8. Harper Clutch in Red Tango

9. Pearl Tassel Necklace

 So there you have it, Vera Bradley might become relevant again, we'll see! 

Were you ever a Vera Bradley fan? What do you think of the new and improved brand? 

My Anjolee.com necklace giveaway ends on the 25th, so make sure you enter! 

Etsy Wishlist

Happy Friday peeps!
I like to browse Etsy even when I'm not planning on buying anything. There are just so many unique things! I have some things saved, and I thought I'd share them with you. 

Most Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas look similar, so I like how different this one is. I think the dark colors drew me in. 

I have one of EmmaKisstina's prints, but I have yet to get one of her silk scarves. 2 of the scarves that are on my wish list only have only one available, so I hope the don't sell out before I get one! 

I need some unique coffee mugs since I have a Keurig now. These are customizable, so I'd probably get one that says "Gracey's Tea".

Ahhh I love Art Deco inspired anything. And in case you haven't noticed, I'm all about clutches right now. 

Since I actually have a suitable bathtub now, I'm dying to get some bath bombs, bath melts, bubble bars...whatever bath products are out there really. A Raspberry Tea scented bath bomb sounds pretty great to me! 

Small, delicate necklaces have been catching my eye lately. Lucky for me, Etsy has infinite amounts of sellers that make such dainty beauties. 

What's on your wishlist at the moment? Please tell me I'm not the only one who browses Etsy in her spare time! 

Designer Crush: Charlotte Olympia

Ever since I wrote my post on clutches, I've been thinking about those gorgeous clutches designed by Charlotte Olympia. I seriously cannot get her designs out of my head - both shoes and bags. She definitely knows how to have fun with designs while still making them luxurious and wearable. 

Anyway, I'm supposed to be studying but instead I'm going to share with you 10 of my favorite Charlotte Olympia shoe designs. God knows it's so hard to choose. 

Images from Farfetch and Charlotte Olympia's website. 

She draws her inspiration for her brand from the 1940's and up. I love the inspiration she took from Lucky Strike cigarettes for the "lucky girl" clutch. 

Who is your designer crush right now? 

That's So Clutch

I feel bad for skimping on my posts lately. I'm interning as a contributing writer for Collegefashion.net. Check out my page if you want to see what I've been writing so far! Feedback is encouraged!

Anyway, we all love clutches, right? How would we survive a night out if we had to tote around a giant purse that takes up the space of a whole extra person? 

They are great for holding just the essentials, but they are also like mini pieces of art.

Moo Roo

Valentino

Charlotte Olympia 

Charlotte Olympia 

Chanel

Judith Leiber

Judith Leiber

Alexander McQueen

Jimmy Choo

Can we just start bowing down to Charlotte Olympia already?

Kate Spade

Ken Samudio

I could go on for pages with these works of art. It's fascinating that a designer can fit all of this talent and beauty into 6 (more or less) inches. Charlotte Olympia really knows what she's doing - with both shoes and handbags. 

Also, don't forget to enter my gemstone necklace giveaway! 

What's your opinion on clutches? Do you have a favorite clutch designer?