Dear Belle,
My go-to purse is four years old and falling apart. I would like to replace it with a nicer tote or satchel. I’m looking ideally for a black bag, but I’m also open to another color. My budget is about $300 and I need that to give me an all-around bag that isn’t too big.
I always like the inexpensive bags you post but I want something that will last. I appreciate you taking the time. AC
ZAC Zac Posen Eartha Tote ($198)
Before we start today’s reader questions, I wanted to take a moment to talk a bit about mental health. For those who experience mental health challenges — whether occasionally or frequently — talking about our struggles is a double-edged sword.
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Before we start today’s reader questions, I wanted to take a moment to talk a bit about mental health. For those who experience mental health challenges — whether occasionally or frequently — talking about our struggles is a double-edged sword.
Sometimes, you just want to wear something pretty to the office. Something that makes you feel good. A dress that makes your whole day better. These are those dresses.
Depending on who you ask, Gen Z has cancelled skinny jeans or perhaps they are back? Trends change, and we should change with them. But what do you do when you have a closet full of skinny jeans in a wide leg world?
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Check 6pm.com for designer and non designer as well — they have good prices.
Neiman Marcus Last Call is a great resource for purses, too. If you’re willing to cull through the junk (using the price and brand restrictions can help there), I’ve found some real gems for not much at all.