One of my closest friends told me about an incredible organization called ONE, a grassroots campaign and advocacy organization committed to the fight against extreme poverty and preventable disease, particularly in Africa. While reading different articles on the site, I discovered ONE’s official store with everything from t-shirts to water bottles, pashminas and other accessories. What caught my eye most was the FEED 1 bag, a reversible burlap and 100% organic cotton bag that was created to help raise awareness and funds for child hunger. The ONE FEED 1 Bag is $65.00 and currently on back order which is a good sign! (Allow 2-4 weeks for delivery.)

When you purchase a FEED 1 bag, you will guarantee that one child is fed in school for one full year through the United Nations World Food Program. The goal of FEED Projects is to market and sell as many FEED bags as possible and to FEED and educate the world’s 400 million hungry children. (Visit feedprojects.com to learn more, get involved and to shop for other FEED products.)

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I always appreciate the original design details of Isabella Fiore handbags. The Mosaic Serena Tote is no exception. Inspiration is drawn from the intricate tilework and handcrafted artistry of Morocco to create this beautifully embroidered leather tote. Price: $495 at Bloomingdales.

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Tory Burch Nylon Channing Tote, Price: $250 at ToryBurch.com

I have this thing for nylon bags. I’m not sure what inspired it but I am loving bold colored nylon bags for spring. Of course, if it weren’t Tory Burch I probably wouldn’t be as crazy about it. We all know that I love Tory Burch accessories so I am constantly checking in to see the new arrivals! There’s something about the Channing Tote. I think the lemon yellow hue has me drawn in. I adore the colorful trim which is just enough to leave you wanting more. It’s super cute, sporty and chic. Available at ToryBurch.com

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I have a list of Tory Burch bags that I absolutely love! My new favorite is the Cynthia Animal-Print Patent Leather Tote. I love the animal print on glossy patent leather with gold-tone chain link shoulder straps. It also features protective metal feet, interior zip, additional pockets and detachable mirror. Price: $495 at Bloomingdales.

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Valentine’s Day is around the corner and it’s time to start shopping for the special someone in your life. Women are bored with the same old predictable gifts. Lucky for you (and me) there is a Valentine’s Day Shop at ToryBurch.com! The Tory Burch design team collaborated with renowned author, illustrator, and publisher Leanne Shapton to create an exclusive collection of items for Valentine’s Day, which includes cosmetic cases, totes and pajama sets.

Medium Valentine’s Day Cosmetic Case in Leanne 3Ts and Leanne Lips, $75.00 (small cosmetic cases, $55.00)

Valentine’s Artist Collaboration Tote in Leanne Lips and Leanne 3Ts, $195

Valentine’s Day Pajama Set in Leanne 3Ts and Leanne Lips, $125

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Our New at ToryBurch.com segment is back! First up, the Bijou collection which is offered in three styles – hobo, tote and logo clutch. Pictured above is the navy embossed snake print in navy. I have a new found love and appreciation for navy accessories. There is something very chic about navy, and it’s a refreshing alternative to brown and black. The Bijou hobo is also available in cognac and black leather with resin detail, and the clutch comes in a beautiful cognac pebbled leather.Visit ToryBurch.com for more details.

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The Beirn snakeskin ‘Erica’ east/west totes are exclusively available at Bluefly! This yummy lightweight tote features watersnake exterior with subtle sheen, charcoal canvas lining with interior zip and raised patch pockets, leather handles and hidden magnetic closure. Available in mulberry, scarlet, black and coffee/cream. Price: $195 (retail value: $325). I can’t decide which color I love most!

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Significant Journey is not just another handbag company. Designer Kathy Lengyel’s embroidered story-telling purses are an artistic expression of life-relevant world issues. The mission of Significant Journey was to design a USA made exceptional embroidered bag that carries a symbolic message to the owner while benefiting other people in society. When Kathy begins the concept design of a bag she looks at world issues or lifestyles. She finds an encouraging word to name the style and then searches for a need (cause) that fulfills that style.Kathy connects a charity organization to the symbolic meaning each purse design represents, and donates 10% of the profit.

Significant Journey bags are made of high quality Ultrasuede® and microsuede polyester or durable canvas with intricate embroidery and some with appliqué.  The design process starts with Kathy’s pencil sketch. The sketch is scanned into the computer and re-drawn on the computer. Kathy creates an illustration with all detail and color scheme finalized. The artwork is then taken into an embroidery software program and is digitized for embroidery stitches. Every type of stitch is chosen with precise artistic style to achieve the right look that matches the illustration. The time and meticulous attention to detail is evident as you look through the Significant Journey collection.

The special names given for each design all have a positive message for the charities they represent. The Bee Yourself tote (pictured on left), with bumble bees swarming around polka dots gives a message about bumblebees not being aerodynamically designed to fly, but fly anyway, with 10% of proceeds going to organizations that help women build their confidence. Teach (pictured at the top), features a labyrinth, which is a metaphor for the journey to the center of ones deepest self and back out into the world with a better understanding of themselves, with 10% of profits going to Autism research.

Significant Journey purses are available exclusively online at www.significantjourney.com or call 727-488-4624. They are made to order and take 3-4 weeks. The first 100 bags of each design are signed and numbered by designer Kathy Lengyel. Be sure to visit Significant Journey on Facebook!

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Definition of Fetish: An abnormally obsessive preoccupation or attachment; a fixation.

OMG People… seriously this bag will be mine in less than a week! Oh, Fossil makes me wanna kiss the ground they walk on. Okay, not really- but really! I love this look. It’s so hippie, and unique, and colorful, and thoughtful. It’s extremely roomy and generous in size. Thank you Fossil for giving me room to carry a copy of my favorite magazine! I mean, doesn’t it look like a soft suede? Well look again- it’s leather! Great detail and a cute fossil logo on the back. They didn’t miss a beat with this one.

I’m gonna bring in the New Year with a sophisticated rockin handbag! What about you? Check out Fossil on zappos.com, and did I mention it’s LESS than $100.00? How about $88? Good enough? I hope so… you’re worth it! HAPPY NEW YEAR Purse Fetish Fans! Go dig up your own Fossil!

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I learned of Nomi Network through a good friend, and knew I had to find out more about an organization with such a profound cause. Based in New York City, Nomi Network is a non-profit, anti sex-trafficking organization that aims to eradicate sexual slavery by leveraging the fashion creation/fashion consumer marketplace. Nomi partners with local artisans in Cambodia to create chic and sensible products that appeal to the global marketplace. Nomi Network’s unique business model aims to leverage the fashion industry by affecting product supply chains in order to fight sex-trafficking through sustainable economic empowerment.

On September 15, Nomi Network launched its first product, a line of colorful eco-friendly totes. Purchased products generate awareness and support job and career training for survivors of sexual trafficking in South East Asia. It also gives supporters and globally-conscious fashionistas an opportunity to put an end to sexual slavery by sharing this powerful message with the world. The creation of these totes provide stable and well-paying job and career advancement opportunities for stigmatized ex-slaves and women at-risk, helping to end a destructive cycle of poverty.

The production of Nomi’s signature slogan totes are produced with assistance from the social enterprise Hagar On Time (HOT) in Cambodia. HOT has been dedicated to employing victims of sex trafficking since the late 90’s. Through the order of Nomi’s first product line, 750 hours of fair-wage labor was secured for survivors who have been restored and trained through HOT’s sister non-governmental organization, Hagar International.

The tote comes in two styles, an over the shoulder bag that transforms into a single strap tote, and a basic two strap over the shoulder bag that is reversible. Each design is produced in three colors, primarily made from eco-friendly recycled rice bag material. Visit NomiNetwork.org to learn more about getting involved and to purchase a tote that will help put an end to sexual slavery by sharing this powerful message with the world.

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