Louis Love

Recently purchased this fabulous Louis Vuitton Key Pouch in a very attractive, vibrant red color - Cerise. I needed something compact that would fit my essentials when I'm carrying a small bag such as the Chanel Small Boy Bag or the Medium/ Large Flap Bag.

This Louis Vuitton piece quite nicely fits my credit cards, some cash and coins! It has a secure zipper compartment and a back slot for cash/ receipts/ business cards.

Very happy with this purchase! Thanks Jerusha for your recommendation!

Current obsession - my new Chanel Boy bag!

Chanel Boy Bag

I was lucky enough to recently purchase the 2014 Chanel boy bag, caviar leather, black with ruthenium hardware in small size. The Chanel store was sold out of the old-medium size and despite the sales associate strongly suggesting that I purchase the new-medium, I had to have the small boy.

The bag looks absolutely chic and divine when worn cross body and fits a surprising whole lot when compared to the Chanel Mini or WOC or even the medium/ large classic flap! I usually put in in a pair of sunglasses (in a pouch, of course), keys, loose cash, a card case, lip-gloss, tissues and tiny tin of mints.

Note that this bag has a black fabric lining on the inside and the inner flap is black caviar leather as well. I was considering buying the boy in calfskin and had looked at the 2014 Fall metallic boy bag as well (with the black metal and RHW clasp). Both had a light grey fabric lining and I truly believe that for the steep price, black lining and pebbled caviar leather on the inside makes it more durable/ last longer.

Must confess that this bag is a stunner. You won't got wrong with it!

Thanks to Mel Soldera for her recommendation.

Chanel Make-up Haul 2014!

Chanel Make-up Haul 2014!

I was at Macy's yesterday and was surprised that their beauty department was abuzz with a live DJ, hairstylists and make-overs galore! I decided to get one myself, to learn a few make-up tricks! At the Chanel counter, I told them I wanted a Spring-Summer look with some orangey/ coral colors and picked out few lip and eye shades to try on.

End of the day, I was quite happy with my 'make-over' and more so about the fact that they gave me my purchased items in an actual Chanel carry-bag and not one by Macy's! Also, they were handing out nice goody-bags with samples of their foundation, face cream and other stuff!

Above are pictures of the products used and my finished look!

All products used are Chanel, listed below:
Foundation: Chanel Vitalumiere Aqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Sunscreen Makeup SPF 15
Powder: Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Color in #40
Eye Shadow: Chanel Illusion D'Ombre in #90 Convoitise (a light gold color)
Eye Pencil: Chanel Le Crayon Yeux in Coffee Brown
Lip Base: Rouge Coco Baume
Lipstick: Rouge Allure Velvet #46 La Malicieuse
Cream Blush: Le Blush Creme De Chanel #65 Affinite

Just so you know, I did not purchase the foundation (as I do not use it regularly and thought it would be a waste of money), nor did I buy the eye pencil as I already have a nice chocolate brown color from Clinique. With regards to the eye shadow, though it was a lovely gold color, it didn't do much for my skin tone.

If you have questions regarding any of Chanel's make-up products used above, feel free to message me!

Chanel Make-up from their Spring 2014 collection

I can't stop my Chanel addiction! What can I say, they really make great products!

Believe it or not, I am not wearing any foundation or eye make-up (none what-so-ever) in these pictures... just 3 gorgeous products from Chanel's Spring Collection:
1. Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Color in No 60 (yes, I have blemishes and zits, but this brilliant stuff makes my skin simply luminous)
2. Rouge Allure Lipstick 145 Rayonnante (stunning, almost matte, plum/ berry/ hot pink color)
3. Levres Scintillantes Glossimer 182 Tocade (beautiful berry/ violet gloss that matches the lipstick)

No blush or bronzer was applied. I have a medium olive Indian skin tone.

Outfit of the Day

Finally got a chance to wear my new Alexander McQueen scarf! Headed out for some weekend lunch and shopping with family as the weather finally decided to warm up a bit!

How to make a simple shirt glamorous!

Good morning everyone! I wanted to share a photo of one of my favorite go to outfits - a simple silk shirt, statement jewelry and a classic "it bag".

My J.Crew silk Blyth Blouse, J.Crew statement necklace and Chanel bag from Spring Summer 2014 Pre-collection

Those of you who know me, know that a am a HUGE J.Crew fan! I love Jenna Lyons' eclectic meets preppy style. My personal stylist at the local J.Crew, Ida Palumbo (she is truly the best!) suggested that I wear my statement necklace on top of a button-down shirt, close to the collar. Believe me wearing it this way looks incredibly chic and gives a polished, professional look.

Hope you give this style a try!

XOXO

More CHANEL Haul - from their latest Spring Summer 2014 Pre-collection

Hi everyone! I'm super excited to show you all my latest Chanel handbag/ shopping tote. It is very different from the GST (Grande Shopping Tote) - much larger with studs/ feet on the bottom and two pockets on the side for holding random items that need to be easily accessible such as a bottle of water/ cell phone etc.

It has the signature Chanel chain strap similar to the ones in their classic flap design

The chain strap is adjustable like in the classic flap and allows the bag to be worn on the shoulder

Gorgeous calfskin leather is durable and smaller straps allow bag to be carried in the nook of the arm

Open slots on both sides for easy access to items

This bag is not only beautiful but also practical. It is roomy enough to hold even a 15" laptop on the inside. I got mine in black calfskin with silver hardware. The inside is a light colored canvas with a large zippered pocket on one side and two smaller slots on the other for cell-phones etc. It also has the standard leather strap with hook for attaching a mini-pouchette or keys.

I will probably be posting a video reviewing this bag, but in the meantime if you are interested in finding out more information about this item, feel free to send me a note.

Oh, before I forget, for those of you interested, the sales woman at the Chanel boutique informed me that my bag is called the Chanel CC Pocket SS 2014 Act 1.

Ciao!

Designer Handbag Alert - my first CHANEL bag!

My first CHANEL classic flap bag! Sooooo excited!!!

Hey Readers! I am so excited to share with you that I got my very first CHANEL handbag recently!! I am absolutely in love, love, love with it! However, believe it or not, making a decision on which Chanel bag to choose was immensely difficult. I'll probably post a video of my bag and the pros and cons of the decisions that I had to make on choosing the leather, hardware and size.

The bag I ended up buying is the Chanel Classic Double Flap bag in Black Caviar leather with Gold hardware in Medium/ Large size (one size down from the Jumbo). Couldn't be happier!

XOXO