LADY LIKE HANDBAGS - OUR MONOCHROME LEATHER EFFECT HOLDAL
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If you are wondering what to note for the A/W must-have list, then lady like bags must be your A-List. Lady like bags are one of the key pieces for the A/W trend and we have a range of handbags that will take you into the next season without any hassle. Fashionista Alexa Chung hurried to get her lady like bag and was spotted recently wearing a Louis Vuitton Neo Speedy PM as her arm candy. At present I am currently coveting our 3-in-1 Monochrome Leather Effect Holdall with a mini price tag of just £19.99. Bargain! With the option of using it as a shopper tote, a holdall bag or a shoulder bag, you can satisfy your arm candy whichever way. The soft leather woven effect is stylish and can nail the monochrome, plaids and tweeds trends without fail. It is also very spacious inside with enough room to fit almost everything! And to top it off, it has full floral beige coloured canvas lining and a silver chain pendant design for the extra va va voom. What is there not to covet? By Samantha Chidenga - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
POOLSIDE GLAMOUR LOOK WITH OUR TWO-TONE PINK BEADED NECKLACE
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Summer is drawing to an end and for some of us, it is time to go on a holiday to where the sun is still shining. Preferably a place where there is a beautiful beach, nice serene places to meditate and lots of good clubs to party all night. Whether you are going to Tahiti, Miami Beach or Sharm El Sheikh, you would still want to stand out by the beach or the pool like our very own Sex and the City girls did in their second movie. The four girls proved that they did not need recession depression and did not hold anything back when it came to accessorising whilst in Abu Dhabi. To get the look nailed, be sure to pack in your holiday handbag your favourite swimsuit or bikini and layer on your favourite kaftan, pile on some bangles and slip on some fabulous gladiator sandals. Wear a hat or pair of sunglasses a clutch bag and finish off with our Two-tone Pink Beaded Necklace at just £2.99. This one size necklace will give you all the poolside glam you need on holiday. Its 52cm long, on a long silver chain with hanging tassel design and two tone pink small faceted pink beads; absolute glam. If red is more your colour, you may want to opt for the Two-tone Red Necklace. Whichever one you fancy, you will have poolside glamour without breaking the bank. By Samantha Chidenga - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
EAR CANDY - SILVER LONG DROP EARRINGS WITH PINK MULTI-FACETED STONES
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We all know that big bold pieces are the best. We had ourselves going crazy for the chunky cuffs, statement earrings and gobstopper rings and yet some of us are not yet ready to give that up. If that is you then check out our gorgeous out-fit overhauling gem; Silver Long Drop Earrings with Pink Multi-faceted stones at £5.99. Clearly some of our favourite celebrities wear bold earrings at all times. Keri Hilson accessories her salt and pepper outfit with those glamorous chandeliers. Stunning! Another celebrity lover of statement ear candy is Beyonce. In an interview with supermodel Tyra Banks, she said she likes to wear earrings because they make her ears look smaller. She almost had me fooled in the single ladies video, to think that she had no ear candy. But she did, I saw that sparkle from her ear when it came to the “oh oh oh” part of the chorus. To pull off these silver drop earrings with pink multi faceted stones, try wearing your hair in a high pony tail or if you dare, chop it short like Keri Hilson. So go ahead and treat yourself to these glamorous pink gems and search our site for more outfit overhauling gems. By Samantha Chidenga - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
THE PERFECT MILITARY TREND ACCESSORY
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Military is one of the major trends this summer and Lady Gaga is definitely without a doubt the commander of daring fashion outfits and she spills her influence to the men in her ‘Alejandro’ music video where she had major military-esque male dancers dressed in leather. That is what we particularly like about the design Mr Emporio Armani created for Gaga’s army. It was not the usual camouflage, but leather with a military twist. Now this is an outfit for true survivors’ and if you think you can pull it, then charge ahead! But if you do not fancy marching down the streets looking all serious in leather military, then stand to attention with the perfect military fashion accessory; our Black Leather Slim Design Multi-Compartment Flat Pouch only at £6.99. Load the two small front zipped compartments with all male essentials, whatever they maybe! Wear it loosely or tightly, whichever way you need to complete the mission using the adjustable waist belt. Why not view the various range of pouches on our cyber shelves whilst stock still last. By Samantha Chidenga - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
FASHION AND ACCESSORIES - RED ALERT!
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Add a splash of Red hot accessories to your wardrobe this season. Be daring and show your confidence off with a sizzling colour that sets hearts racing, whether its those sexy high heel shoes, a glamorous clutch bag or that outstanding dress; show off your key pieces with a colour that turns heads. This year’s Spring/Summer collections showed dashes of Red from Phillip Lim’s empowerment of women to Chanel’s one off piece so why not use the streets as your personal catwalk and be bold in your accessories with this seasons key colour. By Anisha Parmar - Fashion Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
ANIMAL ATTRACTION - OUR VELVET EFFECT LEOPARD PRINT HANDBAG
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There is no other designer who adores animal print more other than King of the Jungle himself, who this year, is celebrating 4 years of this label - Roberto Cavalli. In his interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Cavalli spills out his secret to why he lives a leopard print-life; “God created such a fantastic world. Leopard is an animal design, and my designs come from nature”. He is interested in dressing Michelle Obama in a small print with a vibrant colour so watch the space! If you live your fashion life like that of Roberto then bring out the animal in you with our Velvet Effect Leopard Print Handbag with Gold Metallic Croc Detailing at £15.99. This handbag is a real show stopper. Its velvet feel is first class and of course the recent trend is to mix and match different prints and this arm candy delivers such a great combination of gold croc metallic contrast with gold stud embellishment throughout - absolutely fantastic and bang on trend! It also has two side pockets with magnetic closure to stack all other girly essentials. And to top it off, the interior is specious, has one zipped compartment and two open pockets, fully lined with the leopard print. C’mon, you just got to have it! Another way to get the look nailed this summer which is totally buzzing on our streets, is to team animal spots paired with floral patterns. If animal print is your thing then check out also our White Velvet Effect Zebra Print Tote with Leopard Print Scarf at £19.00 and our Dunlop Slow Leopard Print Slippers with Removable Insoles at £12.00. By Samantha Chidenga - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
TRENDS TO MAKE YOU FALL IN LOVE: HEART SHAPED CLUTCH
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Here at A-SHU we have come across the cutest clutch ever imaginable. Sparkly, kooky and perfect for summer nights out our Champaign Gold Hard-back Heart Shaped Clutch is a glorious £11.00. Small enough to fit only the essentials and make you truly shine, a must have. This clutch bag has a metallic glitter finish and is made of hard casing. The heart design is girly, quirky and a little cheeky. The seductive clutch has silver metal detailing and the option of a short or long chain so you can chose which suits you best. The bag also comes complete with a full satin lining to keep your goodies safe at all times. Balenciaga and Versace fully endorse the heart trend this season in a variety of ways on the catwalk, whether it is in the form of patterns, cutouts or bags, hearts absolutely rule supreme. Nicola Roberts has been spotted with a Vivienne Westwood heart shaped beautiful red bag, so purchase of our little clutch would make you bang on trend. If you are a fan of the gold heart clutch, lucky for you it also comes in metallic silver and versatile black. Get a little love in your life today. By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
WANT YOUR BAD ROMANCE - OUR HEART SHAPED CLUTCH BAG
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It is cute, pretty, trendy and affordable. You can’t help it but fall in love with it. It is the heart shaped clutch bag it is the bad romance. This heart shaped design bag is the trendiest clutch bag going. But I think that if you are full of love, then why not show it off outwardly? It is obvious that celebrities such as Kerry Washington, Amy Winehouse and Jennifer Lopez know how to show off the love. Kerry Washington who featured in the movie Lakeview Terrace as Lisa Mutton, showed off how much she was loving the role at the Broadcasting and Cable Hall of Fame Awards by wearing the adorable heart shaped clutch bag that complimented her Roberto Cavalli dress amicably. But they are not the only ones who can show it off. Football fans ditched the banners and t-shirts never mind the hats. Customise or opt to have your favourite team’s flag or logo on your clutch bag. Like for England supporters, demonstrate how passionately you support them by opting for the heart shaped England/UnionJack clutch bag. Or maybe you want to get this bad romance nailed, but keep it on the subtle side. Then check out our adorable heart shaped clutch bags available in Metallic Silver, Black and Champagne Gold and only comes at £11.00. It has exquisite features including its crystal look, clasp closure for easy access and two chain linked shoulder straps at long and short length. Come on fashionistas’, have it, buy it, its fashion, work it! By Samantha Chidenga - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
MUST HAVE ACCESSORY THIS SUMMER: TAN SATCHEL
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Check out our fab Large Tan Leather Effect Multi Pocket Satchel with Long Shoulder Strap for a brilliant £22.99. Perfect for day trips, weekends away and afternoons lying on the beach. This handbag has double handles and a removable shoulder strap for extra convenience. It also has a large zipped pocket at the front for all those extra girly necessities! Style icon of the moment and original Queen of ‘The Hills’ Lauren Conrad opts for a Marc by Marc Jacobs Dr Q Groovee Satchel in tan leather, which is the perfect mix of casual and cool. Our cute satchel is certainly inspired by the gorgeous Jacobs’ tote making it wonderful for every fashionista out there. If satchel bags are your things, why not check out our colourful range of these handbags. Our Multi-Compartment Leather Effect Satchel Handbag with Detachable Long Shoulder Strap comes in apple green, black, red and tan for a great £22.99. Get on board today! By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
EVERYONE NEEDS A FABULOUS PAIR OF SUNGLASSES, OR TWO!
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There are three items every woman needs in summer; a great bikini, flip flops and a pair of sunglasses. If you’re like me who has a different pair of sunglasses for every outfit you may need 10 or more pairs! I personally don’t see the point in investing in a really expensive pair; however I am currently saving to invest in a uber chic pair of Chanel sunglasses, (just for special occasions). But because sunglasses are such a fleeting fashion and styles change so rapidly, there’s not really any point in buying a really expensive pair of quirky glasses because by next summer you could end up looking like Deirdre Rasheed! So I think the answer is to buy loads of wacky pairs and just have fun. The catwalk this year has been full of ‘out of this world’ sunglasses and celebrities are lapping them up. Rihanna is huge fan of quirky glasses as is her good friend Beyonce, and the ultimate trend setter Lady Gaga has announced this month she is set to design her own range which is definitely something to look forward to! Take a leaf out of Gaga’s book and play around with sunglasses - make them as fun as you want and don’t worry about them going out of fashion because they were cheap to make and will be vintage soon! By Mary Olivia Hickey - Fashion Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
TREND ALERT: DELIGHTFUL FLORAL HANDBAGS
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Florals are the way forward this season. The summer sun means that everybody gets a little more animated by fashion and accessories and this is certainly something to get excited about. Our Small Green Leather Effect Shoulder Bag with Large Floral Design is a fabulous £19.00. This leather effect delight is an ideal size, with an across the body chain strap and featuring a large ruffle design on the front. Stunning! This season the floral trend was seen in a big way on the runway at Erdem where there were beautiful prints on a variety of tiered shift dresses. A girlie, feminine and colourful collection proves to be a step in the right direction. Dolce and Gabbana also showcased floral detail with black and in some cases white lace giving it a sexy edge. Get the look nailed with this cute flower design handbag today. If florals are your thing, why not check out our Lightweight Green Bohemian Floral Design Straw Handbag for £18.99 or our Lightweight Grey Leather Effect Handbag with Floral Design at £9.99. By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
THE RETURN OF THE BEACH BAG
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With June now upon us it’s time to start getting excited for summer. Barbecues, breaks at the beach, bronzing, I know something else beginning with B I'm looking forward to; bags! All winter I’ve been seen with my trusty black leather bag that I can take everywhere without worrying about it getting damaged, it’s one of those bags that looks better the older it gets. But summer is the time to experiment and go crazy with bags, colorful, wooden, floral, hey even string bags look good in summer. People always change their wardrobe and footwear as the months grow warmer but people often forget their handbag. I’m loving florals this month, a floral bag can bring colour to any outfit. Team it with a white maxi and you’ve got a splash of colour that will get you noticed anywhere. Or a floral clutch with an evening dress also looks fabulous and brings a summer touch to your more formal outfit. When heading to the beach the bigger the bag, the better. Summer is all about being outside so taking everything you need everywhere to avoid returning indoors is the perfect excuse to take a big floral bag out with you. You can fit everything in there, sun tan lotion, sun glasses, change of clothes, bikini, towel, hey even a fold up umbrella, but you don’t have to worry about looking like Mary Poppins because the only thing everyone will notice is your fabulous floral. Get the look nailed with these fab floral handbags: Lightweight Green Bohemian Floral Design Straw Handbag £18.99, Beige Floral Design Holdall / Shoulder Bag with Wooden Handles £21.99, or our Large Orange Multi-Shimmer Handbag with Paisley Floral Design £22.99, also available in black. By Mary Olivia Hickey - Fashion Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
TRIBAL JEWELLERY WILL GIVE YOUR OUTFIT A SEASONAL EDGE
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With Summer 2010 rapidly approaching, the tribal trend is where it is at. Big bangles, wooden beads and colourful bracelets are vying for your attention. Tribal jewellery rules supreme. Dries Van Noten gave the catwalk a tribal twist this season, with bold, graphic prints on dresses, tapered trousers and sarong skirts. Golden hues, vibrant oranges and subtle smears of a dark red coupled with embroidery and huge assortments of fabric, stole the show. If you want to make a nod to this ethnic trend, but find it slightly overpowering, adapt it as you please. A slight indication to the trend can be made with jewellery or accessories. We have the perfect thing for you right here. Our Handcrafted Natural Wooden Bangle with Copper Metal Diamond Design is a wonderful £5.99 and is a great way to incorporate the trend into your wardrobe. If you like bangles, then you will love the rest of our jewellery. Just for you we have a Tribal Style Wooden Wrist Cuff for £5.99 as well as a Black Bead Neck Chocker with Large Multi-Shimmer Pendant for £6.99. A bargain indeed! By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
THIS SUMMERS ESSENTIAL HANDBAG SHAPE - THE BUCKET BAG
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A handbag as practical as this has never been seen before. Our Rose Pink Suede Effect Bucket Bag with Tassels and Zip Detailing for a wonderful £23.99. It is seriously on trend what with it being made of faux soft suede and splattered with fringing, and of course its magnificent shape. Yes dear reader, the bucket bag has arrived! This floral detailing to its lush fabric is always an instant summer hit. The girly rosey pink colour goes hand in hand with the gold detailing and keeps the look classically feminine. The bucket bag shape has been seen this season at Alexander Wang with the edgy and urban ‘Diego’ leather bucket bag in black; studded on the bottom with a ruched opening and then a crumpled leather pouch. Most fashionistas would agree; this is quite a stunner. Perfect for day or night, this show-stopping bag will steal the limelight, and truly make you shine. Get the look nailed with this lovely designer inspired bag, which also comes in apple green, with the same mini price tag. Bargainous! By Amy Shiels - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
EVERYONES WEARING - LEOPARD PRINT SCARVES
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Our Leopard Print Design Lightweight Scarf is an amazing £4.99 and comes in a wonderful dark fuchsia or grey and is most certainly inspired by the Louis Vuitton version. A weightless scarf like this is the perfect trans-seasonal wardrobe item, seamlessly taking you from outfit to outfit. The Louis Vuitton scarf has gained quite a cult status, with everyone from Kate Moss, to Nicole Richie, the ever-stylish Rachel Bilson and the Olsen twins sporting it, in one way or another. Leopard print has cemented itself as quite a classic, meaning that it did pop up this season and can be seen gracing the runway of Alexander Wang in the form of open-toe wedges. If a dash of animal print isn’t your thing, why not have a look at our wide variety of other lightweight fashion scarves of the floral or polka dot assortment. Our Lightweight Nude and Pink Floral Design Scarf with Silver Metallic Thread is a reasonable £4.99 and will gain you massive fashion brownie points seeing as nudes are spot on for summer! By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
WHEN IT COMES TO HERMES BIRKIN HANDBAGS, POSH SPICE IS CERTAINLY A VERY GLAM BAG LADY
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This designer inspired handbag just screams Hermes Birkin. Of a similar shape and style, our White Croc Effect Multi-Compartment Holdall with Detachable Long Shoulder Strap oozes class and is a mere £24.99. The Birkin handbag is perhaps one of the most iconic handbags. Created in 1984 the bag is a true symbol of wealth, as the starting price tag is around £3,500. There is thought to be a waiting list of two years for the luxury item and orders are taken for custom made variations of the bag, made in all ranges of exotic skins, including ostrich. Named after British singer Jane Birkin after she told the brand she was in need of a good weekend bag! This ‘IT’ bag is toted around by the like of Hilary Duff, Lindsay Lohan, Katie Holmes, Kate Moss, Marc Jacobs, Pharrell Williams, Nicole Richie, Kim Kardashian, the list truly is endless. Victoria Beckham is an avid and perhaps the most renowned collector of the item and has an extensive assortment of allegedly over one hundred. This collection is estimated to be worth over £1.5 million. Our white version inspired by the glorious Birkin is perfect for Summer. It is a show-stopping fashion accessory that will perk up any outfit. It is such an elegant design there is not an occasion it isn’t perfect for! This versatile silver, grey and white contrast croc effect handbag has a lock and key design on the front. There are also studs on the bottom of the bag, which has padded handles for extra comfort when carrying around your day-to-day essentials. For a similar design check out our Patent Black Croc Effect Holdall with Long Strap and Lock and Key Closure at £22.99. Bargain! By Amy Shiels - Prodcut Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
RID YOURSELF OF THE BLUES WITH A CHIC BLUE HANDBAG
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Baby, cornflower, electric, cobalt and midnight are all types of blues, and have all been seen dotted over the catwalk this Spring/Summer. The biggest advocate of blue this season is quite possibly Ralph Lauren. His collection was splattered with various shades of ripped, torn and faded denim in indigos, iris and light blue. There was also three piece suits and fitted blazers in navy. London label Peter Pilotto also favoured flashes of various hues of blue. Their numerous and beautifully constructed dresses featured patterns that blurred blues in and out of yellows, greens and oranges. Azures and iceberg blues dominated. We have got the perfect, on trend dusky blue oversized handbag for you, our Large Mid Blue Leather Effect Tote with Chain Linked Detail is wonderfully reasonable at £22.99, and is calling you from our cyber shelves. It’s brilliantly stylish, slightly studded on the pockets, has metal detailing including chain detailing to harden up your look. Great for a day shopping or to cram all your work or revision essentials into. L.A. starlet Nicole Richie is a lover of a blue handbag or two, especially if they are of the Balenciaga variety. If like Nicole, blue bags are your thing, we have plenty to keep you occupied with this season. Our Large Blue Metallic Snakeskin Effect Clutch Bag is perfect for drinks or dinner of an evening, a mere £12.00 and the Blue Bow Design Holdall with Detachable Long Shoulder Strap for £22.00 is great for a bolder daytime look. By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
THE PURPLE COLOUR TREND - LET PURPLE PERK YOU UP THIS SEASON
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Check out this Mulberry inspired handbag. A vivid plum, perfect to step into spring with. This traditional shape is most definitely a keeper. This designer inspired bargain bag is a charmer and a little glam, perfect to spice up your wardrobe! This cute handbag is faux purple leather, with a small amount of stud and buckling detail. There are zipped compartments to pack this bag full of all of your essentials. The twist lock closure is a delightful extra detail to keep all your goodies safe; after all, it’s all about the small things. Our Mid Purple Slouchy Soft Leather Effect Handbag with Twist Lock Closure is an amazing £22, what a bargain! Mauves and lilacs are a huge beauty trend this season, especially at Versace, so why not transition this shade into your wardrobe. This little gem also comes in a lovely yellow; check out our Mustard Yellow Slouchy Soft Leather Effect Handbag with Twist-Lock Closure, for those who want to inject a little happiness into their life. If purple is most certainly your thing, check out our Deep Purple Quilted Handbag with Detachable Long Shoulder Strap, now £17.99 and our gorgeous Deep Purple Chain Link Shoulder Bag with Detachable Long Shoulder Strap for £22.99. By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
SNATCH UP THE CHAMPAGNE WOVEN DETAIL SHOPPER TOTE BAG A-SAP
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Feast your eyes on this little treasure. Oversized, woven and a neutral colour, we love. Our Large Champagne Gold Woven Detail Shopper Tote with Purse has the ability to be worked in many different ways. Great as a shopper in the daytime, it screams beach bag for those Summer afternoons and perfect to take on holiday to a far away destination. It is versatile and functional, meaning that for £9.99 you really get a bargain. Neutral in colour, it will go with pretty much anything, making it a great wardrobe addition. The colour is also big news on the catwalk this Spring/Summer, meaning you are perfectly on trend. Bottega Veneta and Dior are lovers of a woven shopper or bowler bag, as is Anya Hindmarch, specifically a metallic golden woven tote. The size means that you can stuff it full with handbag essentials! The detachable purse is handy and makes it incredibly beach worthy, as does the supplementary pockets. The handles are padded for extra comfort, as you don’t want to be lugging you stuff all over the place. The more outgoing of you, may also be a fan of the tote in pastel yellow, to really get that Summer vibe going. Indulge now at a guilt-free price! By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
THE DESIGNER INSPIRED SPEEDY / BOWLER BARGAIN BAG
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The Louis Vuitton Speedy bag has been a classic ever since its debut in the 1930s, and it’s making a comeback for Autumn/Winter 2010. Marc Jacobs wowed us all with his charming collection of stylish handbags for Louis Vuitton on the last day of Paris Fashion Week. Elegant, A-line dresses swept down the catwalk as models wearing arm-length gloves clutched onto their up-dated designer Speedy bags. The new Speedys have all the class of their predecessors, but with wonderful added extras. Sequins, fur and flocked patterns adorned the bags as they emerged in a variety of sizes. Perhaps the popularity of the Speedy bag is down to its timeless and practical shape. The firm and structured bowler bag-style means you can carry it comfortably by your side and search through its contents with ease. If you’re looking for your new ‘it’ bag, you may have just found the one. Our Patent Black Multi-Shimmer Floral Design Bowler Bag is a real bargain, now on sale at £14.99 and has all the great details of both the old and new Speedys. The short handles and bowler-bag shape stay true to the original Speedy and the shimmering sequins are in keeping with the fantastic new versions. This style will keep you on trend right the way through to Autumn/Qinter 2010, whilst the pretty floral pattern will be great for Summer. By Yvette Yarnold - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
FASHION TREND ALERT - THE POWER POUCH
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Forget shopping tote handbags, boxy maxi bags and square purses, this Spring is all about the glamorous pouch bags which has hit the runways and high-streets in mass, providing a fun yet sophisticated new affordable fashion accessory for daytime and evening glamour! The new pouch bag could be described as a little bundle of joy - soft leather drawn together with adorable pull-cords, embellished with studs, tassels and beads, and not a corner in sight. Yet they are still big enough to carry all your Spring handbag essentials. These cute little must-haves are also a big hit with celebrities including Alexa Chung and Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. In fact the twins loved the new ‘it’ bags so much that they both graced the carpets with matching Prada ones instead of the usual over-sized clutch bag. Miss Chung has also swapped her box-like bags for this new little bundle to make her classic edgy look. Whether you’re dressing up or down this Spring the new pouch bag is the perfect fashion bag accessory for any outfit. Use as a clutch style bag for an evening event or sling it over your shoulder for a daytime casual look. However you wear it the pouch bag is defiantly this season’s must-have and once you have one it won’t leave your side! By Charlotte Seabury - Fashion Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
WE HEART THIS WANG INSPIRED HANDBAG GEM
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A handbag that is hot property at the moment is the Alexander Wang ‘Coco’ Duffel. It is literally on fire, everyone in Hollywood is sporting one. Style icon Mary-Kate Olsen hasn’t let hers out of her sight wearing it all over town, Kristen Cavallari of The Hills fame enjoys hers in the LA sunshine and Ashley Tisdale and Rihanna simply love a bit of Wang. The handbag is beautifully made of luxurious black leather and on the bottom is covered in gold studs, giving it more personality than most bags. The ‘Coco’ Duffel is everything you could want from such an item, attention grabbing, yet versatile. Lucky for you, here at A-SHU we have been smart enough to grab a bag inspired by the ‘Coco’ Duffel, so all you wannabe Wang’s pay attention. Our Black Leather Effect Stud Embellished Holdall/ Shopper Tote with Long Shoulder Strap is an outstanding £22.00, and is just the thing. There are three variations of this little gem, the classic and wonderfully timeless black, striking maroon and a deep orange to bounce off the beginning of that summer tan, wishful thinking perhaps, but a colour for everyone no doubt. This holdall is great for daytime or evening, especially considering it’s multiple compartments and long shoulder strap. Embellishments are always big news and will be next season too. This beauty is studded along the sides and a little across the top. It just screams rock chick and will up date your look in a second, so treat yourself right now. By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
HANDBAG HEAVEN - COCO CHANEL WE SALUTE YOU
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Being an avid, in fact, let’s not try to play this down, being an obsessive Chanel fan, this item is an absolute must-have if ever there were one. Our Deep Red Quilted Handbag/ Shoulder Bag with Silver Chain for a marvellous £19.99. This is perhaps one of the best bags inspired by the brand, ever to be seen. The brand Chanel was created by the wonderful Coco Chanel, who started a revolution against the corset and constructive women’s clothing of the time. Her cutting edge designs have stood the test of time and her brand is chic and iconic, which explains why it is lusted over by women the world over. Still at the height of popularity all this time on, timeless just isn’t the word. Mischa Barton has an ever expanding collection of beautiful Chanel bags, and this my friend, is the next best thing. The colour of this lovely is simply show stopping. Nicole Richie has been seen toting a red version of the bag and Rachel Bilson has also been spotted with a similar design. Our Deep Quilted Red Handbag comes in a soft leather-like material with that fabulous quilted design. As an addition and eye-catching detail the bag has a silver chain linked edging. Chanel lover Bilson has been seen everywhere with a brown Chanel bag sporting the chain edging, proving it is a look not to be missed. By Amy Shiels - Product Feature Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
BLUSH BEAUTY: NUDE ACCESSORIES TO WEAR THIS SEASON
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Pearly nude tones is a key colour trend for this up and coming Sping season. Forget your berry tones, and your blue hues, it’s time to bare all with nude accessories. Whether you opt for a pearl necklace, a creamy pearly tone clutch bag or a pair of beige/nude heels, you will be spot on for this trend, team these accessories with bright prints or an LBD so that you don’t overwork the nude trend. Cream patent heels ooze elegance when teamed with an LBD and when paired with bright daring prints can tone down a look to just the right balance between the two. If you have a pale skin tone you may wish to avoid the nude colour trend, this works great with olive skin or a tan, and it’s also great for those of us who aren’t bold enough for daring or busy prints. So ladies it really is time to bare all! By Laura Radford - Fashion Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
IT BAG OF THE MOMENT: JIMMY CHOO SABA
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We all love a designer handbag to top off an outfit and the beautiful bag of the moment is the Jimmy Choo Saba. Simple and classic, the Saba has real style. Its slouchy shape creates a relaxed look while the elegant details and warm, chocolate leather add the designer touch. Unfortunately for many of us, bags like this are more likely to make it onto our wish lists than into our wardrobes. Lucky for all you bag ladies out there, we are here to save the day (and your bank balance) again with our Brown Soft Leather Effect Slouchy Tote in the style of Jimmy Choo. For a friendly £19.00, this bag has a similar wide strap with an added silver, multi-shimmer bangle. Adding metal bangles or embellished clasps onto handbag straps has been a popular move for many designers of late, including Jimmy Choo. The tassel detail is another popular handbag feature with Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton and Mulberry styles all donning a tassel or two. The brown, soft leather effect of this bag is perfect for everyday use and will complement any outfit. The stylish, designer look means you can continue to use this bag through into the evening and not feel underdressed. If you’d like something a little bolder, this bag is also available in an eye-catching red. By Yvette Yarnold - Product Features Writer for A-SHU.CO.UK. |
