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Uh Oh! Target Sued Over Phony Coach Handbag

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:33:00 -1000

The popular designer Coach has accused Target of copying their handbags in a lawsuit filed Friday. Allegedly, the purse bears the signature "C" trademark in the design as well as other characteristics. Take a look at the picture in the above link and judge for yourself. It looks like the signature C to me! Coach is seeking one million dollars for trademark infringement! You can't mess with these big designers. That's why we sell products labeled only as "Designer Inspired" purses that do not claim to be a replica or fake handbag. It is a unique design that does not try to copy the designer, yet it can be said that is was inspired by popular handbags of the time.

This is not the first time Target has been accused of copying designs. Coach and Target have tangled over this issue before in 2006. Earlier this year, Wal-Mart was accused of copying a Fendi design. My personal opinion is that designer handbags are overpriced and discount retailers like Target and Walmart know they can get some business by selling look-alikes. They are a fraction of the price and people these days just can't afford designer prices.

Luxury can be affordable if you buy smart. Check out our collection of designer inspired handbags at www.handbagbug.com and you can get a great deal. Our handbags also don't claim to be something they aren't, so you can buy with confidence from a company with ethics.

Dare to Compare

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (ray) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 10:47:00 -1000

Hello everyone, Ray from MyNewShoe.com here, withanother shoe article. Here's an age old question for you to get youthinking - What do women want? Well, I don't know. Hey, Mel Gibson evenhad a movie about it. Remember..."What Women Want". If you remember themovie, he was a marketing genius who had to get in the minds of womento understand how to market to them. At MyNewShoe, that's what we do, and do well. We know what you want, and we stock our site with exactly that.

We don't profess to be mind readers, but perhaps wecan speak intelligently about the shoe buying habits of most women andgirls alike. Perhaps we can just agree to agree that women love toshop, and women love shoes. Okay, now that we have that established,who wouldn't love a shoe shopping bargain? Now I'm not talking aboutsome cheap second-hand ugly shoes. I'm talking about some of thehottest, most stylish, in-your-face BARGAIN shoes on the internet. This is THE website for the bargain hunter in all of us.

Don't believe me, check it out for yourself. Sure,you can find more expensive shoes on the web, and you can still fightthe mall crowds to get your pair of shoes. Dare to compare our styles,dare to compare our prices, and dare to compare our customer service.You have nothing to lose. We have the styles, colors and sizes thatwomen want. Tap into your inner-shoe. Perhaps you are searching forwedding shoes? You heard right...our flats can be used for just thatpurpose, and are available in matte or shiny finish. Check out ourflip flop footwear for your casual beach needs or your evening wearneeds. You might even notice that these shoes are designer inspired. We havemultiple styles and many colors of discount sandals, wedges andflip-flops that are right for any budget.

Ray

Stylish and Cute Wedding Shoes at Bargain Prices

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (ray) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 18:20:00 -1000

Hello everyone. Ray here with MyNewShoe.com. I'll be bringing you interesting tidbits and insight about our shoes and womens fashions over the next few months. Let's focus for a moment on one of the most joyous occasions that a couple can experience...a wedding. There will be family, friends, relatives, food, drink, dancing, cake, etc. But along with all of the fun comes months and months of planning.

One of the items that gets most of the attention is of course the wedding and bridesmaid dresses and all of the accessories. And yes, that does include shoes. At MyNewShoe.com, we have all styles and colors of discount wedding shoes. For the traditional style wedding we carry a fine line of ballerina style flat wedding shoes that would make any bride proud. Our May comes in a matte finish and is available in 13 of the hottest colors sure to match any bridesmaid color. Need a little more shine on your shoe, then how about the sister shoe, Piccolo. Why pay four times as much for similar shoes elsewhere?

Closed toe shoes not your style, then let's tale a look at our bridal flip flops and sandals. But don't let the term bridal fool you, these babies also make splendid bridesmaid flip flops and sandals. Let's start with the Rose, the perfect wedding shoe name. These designer style wedge sandals with decorative stones and a 1 1/2 inch wedge make this shoe the perfect wedding accessory. Next comes Elia... this low heel bridal shoe features interlaced gold chain and ribbon to make it sizzle. The rubber sole provides the sure footing that you need in any situation. How about a pair of sequined wedding flip flops. The sequins on the straps of the Isis II are a great addition and make these casual flip flops dressy enough for a brides flip flop or bridesmaids flip flop to dance the night away.

Now that the wedding is winding down, it's certainly time to think about the honeymoon footwear. Our Moon and Clue styles make the perfect honeymoon flip flops. Just stylish enough, yet so affordable that you can take a different color for each outfit. An let's not forget the styles that were just mentioned above. Besides being the perfect discount wedding shoes, our styles are so versatile that can also double as the perfect just married flip flop or sandal.

Whether you're about to be married, or still in the planning stages, don't ignore your feet or your shoe budget. At MyNewShoe.com we can help with both.

Ray

Fall 2009 Handbag Trends

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 09:01:00 -1000

At handbagbug.com we have this season's hottest fall handbags for you to choose from. Whether you enjoy embracing the latest trends in fashion or not, you will benefit from choosing your pieces wisely. Whether you are the type of person who loves to buy the latest trendy item or prefer to make your choices based on what strikes you, our fall collection of handbags will make you happy. According to many expert articles and my research, there are a few key things you should look for in your fall purse purchases this year.

This season is all about structure. Get a structured satchel that holds its shape and you will have a classic handbag that will stand the test of time. Our satchel with pocket accents is a perfect example of structure and style. It also has the metal studs that are hot for fall, and it comes in 2 great fall colors.

Another hot tip is to look for texture in your handbags. Faux snake skin or crocodile skin (croco) is very appealing. Clutches are also in style and will likely stay that way for a long time. Try out our faux croco clutch and you'll have both trends covered. I actually have that clutch and I use it often. It's extremely roomy.

Color is also a fall trend indicator - jewel tones just scream fall like purples, oranges, and reds. Red handbags and purses in particular are gaining popularity for your fall purse choice.

Finally, embellishments are big. Whether we are talking about metal studs, tassles, designwork, jewels, rhinestone accents, or metallic hardware - they are all fashionable. Get a purse with bold jewels, crystals, or metallic hardware and you're all set! Lucky for you, we have a few choices of embellishments - like our handbag with stone accents which is also made of faux ostrich leather and comes in red, orange, or green; or our slouchy hobo handbag with metallic accents which has these great metallic "hinges" on the sides of the purse.

Whatever you choose, if you are shopping at handbagbug.com you are sure to be trendy, in style and fashionable since we hand-pick only the best for you. We're currently running a Labor Day special but you must act fast! Get 10% off your first order of $25 or more through Labor Day if you use the coupon code WELCOME10.

Isis II Flip Flops - Product Review

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 08:59:00 -1000

I happen to love flip flops and sandals so much that I wear them year-round. Luckily I live in the South where winter is not unbearable and on some days I can still sneak in a pair of flip flops. So that's why I'm reviewing another pair of sandals - the Isis II Flip Flops from www.mynewshoe.com.

When I first got these shoes in, I am going to be completely honest: I couldn't believe how light they were. I didn't realize the bottom part was completely made of foam. I bet they would float if immersed in water! I have to admit I was skeptical about wearing these out on vacation. "Would they hold up?" Well I'm back from the trip and the shoes are amazing. They were light on my feet and felt so comfortable throughout the entire night. They never bothered me or weighed me down. Not only were they comfortable, I got so many compliments on them. The sequins on the straps are shiny and pretty and the entire shoe is gold. The foam wedge heel is a little more "yellow gold". The intricate design on the soles of the shoe are beautiful, so your shoes look great even when they are off your feet. :) This type of foam wedge heel flip flop goes well with skirts, sundresses, or jeans. I wore mine with a denim skirt that night, and I can't wait to wear them again! They retail for $14.99 with free shipping and we have sizes 5 though 11! The flip flops come in gold, silver, grey, pink, purple, blue, and orange. They would make great "spirit" shoes for example if you're a Florida gator fan - get a blue or orange pair and wear them for the game! LSU fans can wear purple, and Saints fans can wear gold! :)

Rose Sandal - Product Review

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 19:23:00 -1000

I promised I would write reviews if my husband let me buy some shoes, so I guess I have to live up to the promise! I just received my shoes a few days ago and I couldn't be more excited. I mean, what girl doesn't love shoes? I was so happy with my purchases. I decided to start out the reviews with my absolute favorite shoe so far - the Rose sandal by Max Collection. I"ll start out with the product description:

"Never be a wallflower when you can be a Rose. Designer style wedge flip flops with decorative stones and a 1 1/2 inch wedge make this shoe a sexy addition to any wardrobe, from blue jeans to that little black dress. These flip flop sandals come in a variety of different colors and are elegant and versatile, yet affordable. The gold sandal is a favorite item and match well with a variety of outfits since gold metallic sandals are so versatile. This thong sandal is definitely a woman's best friend. Three straps cross the foot and intertwine down the middle with three decorative stones that match the shoe color. These shoes are comfortable and the wedge heel give it an upgrade from the run-of-the mill flip flop into a classy womens sandal."

I love the 1 1/2 inch wedge heel. I have the gold sandal, and the heel is a pretty bronze color that matches well. There is a bit of padding throughout the shoe and so far it is very comfortable. There are three straps across the base of the foot that come together to form a braided decorative embellishment leading down to the thong part (the part that goes between your toes). On the braided section are 3 jeweled stones. On my shoe, the stones are yellow/gold since the shoe is gold. Each shoe will have a matching jewel color. This is a nice decorative touch and really make the sandal seem dressier than it really is. I love gold flip flops and sandals in general, but this one exceeds my expectations. The gold color is perfect, not too "yellowey". It currenty sells for $17.99 on www.mynewshoe.com and I think it's well worth it - especially since it's free shipping and no tax (if you live outside of Georgia).

I will be wearing my gold metallic sandals this weekend on vacation with some friends for a Bachelorette Party. We are having a Saints theme night, and we will wear black & gold when we go bar hopping. Hopefully I will get lots of nice comments on my new gold shoes and I'll report back on if they are comfortable and last me through the night! :)

It's A.... Girl?

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 18:48:00 -1000

I have been silent for the past.... oh, month or so, haven't I? Well I'm back. And back with some great news! I'd like to introduce a new addition to our family, the sister to Handbagbug.com and your one stop for all of your bargain women's shoes - MyNewShoe.com! Not only can you shop with us for your quality, affordable handbags and accessories, you can also get your discount women's flats, sandals, flip flops and heels as well! In the coming months, we will be featuring various types of shoes in this blog. I will personally review many of them and let you know what styles and colors are available. The best part about it is that your new shoes will ship for free! That's right, we will offer free shipping and free exchanges on your new shoes!! You can buy with confidence. If you're worried about the size not fitting or the color not being right, we will happily exchange your item. We also offer a volume discount - buy 3 or more pairs and you get 5% off. Stay tuned for more details - as soon as my husband lets me get my hands on as many shoes as possible, I will write one new review a week.

Happy Shopping!

Summertime Selections at Handbagbug

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:16:00 -1000

Check out our new arrivals and our summer selection. Summer is all about picnics, day trips, going to the beach and having fun. So why not pick up a zebra print insulated bag for your next picnic? Or the new large microfiber tote bag? It comes in lime green, baby blue, pale pink and black! These items will freshen your summer wardrobe and get you ready for fun. And for a limited time, get free shipping during our 4th of July sale! Just enter coupon code SHIPFREE at checkout.

Leopard Print Handbag Video Review

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:39:00 -1000

Check out my video review of the Leopard Print Handbag with Red Trim and Tassle, on sale now at handbagbug.com for $26.99!

Don't Forget About Mom!

alanna.nospam@nospam.handbagbug.com (alanna) — Thu, 07 May 2009 06:35:00 -1000

Mother's Day is this Sunday and it's not too late to get her a gift she will love. Check out our new category of Mother's Day Items. We picked out these purses especially for Mom and we're sure you will find something she loves. We are also having a big sitewide Mother's Day Sale! Get 10% off your order when you use the coupon code ILUVMOM at checkout. But hurry, this ends on Friday! If you buy a handbag from our already reduced handbags on sale, you still get 10% off! It's a great time to buy at handbagbug.com!

We recently got some nifty new handbag accessories in stock. The purse key clip is my favorite item. You clip your keys to one end and hang your keys inside your purse with the pretty embellished symbol facing outward. See the picture below - it's hard to explain. But once you realize that you will never lose your keys inside your purse again, you will love this little accessory!

See how the little blue flower is hanging outside the purse? The keys are attached to that, but hanging INSIDE your purse! So cute, right?