Today CF is partnering with nine other top fashion blogs in a promotion sponsored by Avelle to talk about our favorite designer handbags and do a $250 giftcard giveaway in celebration of Avelle‘s 5th Anniversary!
Since many of you responded a few weeks ago that you are against designer knockoffs, Avelle is the perfect solution if you’re on a budget but still want to carry a real designer bag. You can rent most bags by the week for a reasonable fee and return the bag when you’re done. Even better, a portion of your rental fees go toward buying the bag should you want to keep it in the future.
If you want to try Avelle out for yourself, I’m giving away a $250 gift certificate to one lucky reader! For all the contest details, keep reading.
My Favorite Designer Bags
Before we get to the contest, I thought I’d feature some amazing bags here. If I were renting from Avelle, here are the 9 designer bags I’d most want to borrow!
1. Balenciaga Arena City Handbag – I’m unhealthily obsessed with Balenciaga bags. While I don’t own one yet, I plan to someday buy myself a pink City bag similar to the one pictured above! Balenciaga is a brand whose handbags are known for their buttery soft leather, unique hardware, and investment-bag status. Renting this bag might tide me over until I get a real City bag of my own.
2. Burberry Leather Hobo with Spikes – How badass is this Burberry bag? I’m obsessed with it! I know it’s hard to see because the picture is so small, but it’s a leather bag covered in studs, which I LOVE right now. The bag is pretty and shiny with just the right amount of bad girl edge. This is probably the number one bag I would rent from Avelle if given the chance!
3. Cynthia Rowley ‘Angie’ Tote – I really love the color of this one, and I think it would be perfect for spring. The girly design reminds me of flower petals, and the size is just right – not too big, not too small.
4. YSL ‘Muse’ Handbag – A total classic in chic patent leather. Do I even need to explain why I love this one? Okay, I’ll make it quick – the YSL Muse would go with everything, would hold all my essentials, and would make me extremely blissfully happy in the process.
5. Jimmy Choo ‘Ramona’ Patent Ring Handbag – I love Jimmy Choo bags, and this style is one of my favorites. White bags are perfect for spring, and the Ramona is simply flawless. The patent leather is a fun material choice, and the gold hardware helps set it off. I also love the lace-up detail at the top of the bag – so cute!
6. Valentino Side Bow Duffel – This one is the epitome of girly – isn’t it so Gossip Girl? The black patent leather makes it basic enough to take everywhere, but the pretty bow detail brings it from everyday to special-occasion status.
7. BE & D Garbo Satchel Handbag – I love the color of this bag as well, but I really chose it because it’s covered in studs! You know how obsessed I am with studs. This bag definitely wouldn’t be something I’d wear every day but could be so fun with the right outfit.
8. Felix Rey ‘Emma’ Tote – Again with the studs. Notice a pattern here? Avelle’s description of this bag is the best: “Ideal for prom queens who like to date bad boys.”
9. Mulberry ‘Roxanne’ Tote – I had to include this one because it’s one of the only hot pink bags Avelle carries. Since pink is my favorite color, I’m all for pink bags. I think this one would be great for everyday – it would hold all my notebooks for class and probably even my Macbook while adding a pop of color to any outfit.
Avelle Giveaway Details
You’ve seen my handbag picks – now it’s time to share yours. The best part? One lucky CF reader will win a $250 Avelle gift certificate!
How to enter: Now that you’ve seen my favorite Avelle bags, I want to see yours! Visit Avelle’s website, find a bag you like, post the link in the comments section of this post, and write a little bit about why you like it. Don’t forget to include an email address when you comment.
On May 13th I’ll choose randomly from all the entries, and the lucky winner will be announced here.
You have from now until May 12th at midnight to enter the giveaway, so get going and be sure to tell your friends to enter too!
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Love this! It’s so classic and would go with everything PLUS it’s a gorgeous Tarheel Blue. 😛
I ain’t nothin’ but proud of UNC! Go ‘heels! 🙂
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Miu-Miu/Miu-Miu-Small-Matelasse-Top-Handle-Tote/14128/3060/1771
I love this Miu-Miu! It’s different but also my favorite shade of purple. The style is what appealed to me most. It’s not a typical design and probably won’t be seen very often. But that’s just my style.
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Chanel/Chanel-Black-Classic-Quilted-Handbag/5293/46/721
loving this classic chanel bag!
I will have to go with this Tory Burch T satchel. Perfect buttery tan color and a great size to hold all of the random junk that I tote around. The leather looks divinely soft!
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Tory-Burch/Tory-Burch-T-Satchel/10601/46/2029#
Plus, brown and tan are my go-to neutrals so this would compliment almost every outfit I have.
Favorite Avelle Picks:
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Betsey-Johnson/Betsey-Johnson-Ms.-Mod-N/S-Tote/12421/18/628
Fav Purse: Betsey Johnson ‘Ms. Mod’ N/S Tote in Black, SKU# 12421 (I would use this purse with a short black mini dress and it would look FAB! I have wanted this particular purse forever! Betsey Johnson is my favorite designer ever and I love how there is a big striped tie cinched around this purse. It is to die for! If I win, this will be my first purchase for sure!)
Fav Jewelry: Betsey Johnson Long Multi Strand Bow Necklace & Bow Earrings, SKU #14831
Fav Sunglasses: Chanel Metal Aviator Sunglasses, SKU# 16122
Fav Watch: Toy Watch Azalea White Tatoo Watch, SKU #17010
I am not going to be original here- i would rent classic quilted Chanel handbag like this one:
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Chanel/Chanel-Quilted-Calfskin-Leather-Handbag/14577/3122/981690
it goes with every outfits and is perfect for any occasion:)
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Chanel/Chanel-Vintage-Classic-2.55-Quilted-Bag/10471/18/142
This is my DREAM bag! it is quintessentially the most perfect bag ever… it can be worn casually with some nice jeans and flats and you still look chic or can easily be dressed up for a night out. Who could ask for more?!
Chanel can do my wrong in my book.
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Balenciaga/Balenciaga-Giant-City-Handbag/15528/18/2173#
Balenciaga is also my favourite designer for handbags. The edgey look of their city bags and the interesting hardware is what draws me towards it. I’ve also been looking for a great on the go, cross over style bag and this definitely speaks that. I would want it in either brown (as in the link) or purple (which is my fav. colour at the moment).
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Rafe-New-York/Rafe-New-York-Perforated-Patent-Joss-Large-Tote/13700/18/51
I like the Rafe New York Perforated Patent ‘Joss’ Large Tote. Im a sucker for the pink, love the perforated look and it would be big enough to tote what i need to. thanks!
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http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/product/11630/Handbag/Andrew-Marc/Andrew-Marc-Cargo-%27Collette%27-Parachute-Handbag/1
This is a nice sized purse. It is also very stylish, and can go with most my outfits because it is so bold.
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Chanel/Chanel-Small-Tote-Handbag/8211/46/721
I have been on the prowl for the perfect black handbag for awhile now. Doing this on a college student budget, Chanel is obviously not quite an option at this time. None the less, there is nothing better than a classic Chanel handbag and that is why it would be my number one choice.
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Louis-Vuitton/Louis-Vuitton-Limited-Edition-Speedy-Graffiti–Handbag/16534/18/68#
I LOVVEE THIS BAG!!! IT CAN DO NO WRONG IN MY EYES..I CAN WEAR IT WITH ANY AND EVERYTHING!!!! LV ROCKS!!!!
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Dooney-&-Bourke/Dooney-&-Bourke-Hayden-Handbag/14568/3122/983911
Who could go wrong with this bag. It’s purple, big, and patent. The fact that it’s a Dooney and Bourke bag just adds to the charm. The first designer bag I ever owned was a Dooney. It still is in great shape today, and people still complement me on how nice it looks. This bag is honestly the epitome of what a perfect bag is to me.
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Lamarthe/Lamarthe-Exception-Small-Tote/7155/18/51
I love this bag, the cool plum color is awesome because it can be used in a more professional setting for when I need it and can still fit with a pair of jeans. I like it because it isnt too outspoken, but definately has a statement 🙂
http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/Handbags/Prada/Prada-Small-Rose-Satchel/12136/18/141649
I am a total sucker for this bag. The color is so bright and playful, and the little roses are completely adorable. I just can’t help myself when it comes to those types of feminine details!
I liked the Kate Spade Tarrytown ‘Quinn’ tote