Almost Alexa - Moment of Lust... Fulfilled

I had to post a few pictures of my new friend. The almost Alexa Mulberry bag that my sister gave me for Christmas. It's not the real thing but it has the same great qualities and it was such a thoughtful gift, which makes it even better.

You can get one for yourself at Shop 4 Sparkles.  Just click here to find this great satchel and be sure to check out their other great finds.

Moment of Lust: Fulfillment

Oh the Mulberry Alexa bag...  It's a great iconic bag and I have long pined away for it's beauty.

Alas, at the price of $1250, it's not going to be mine any time soon. I adore quality but it is way out of my range.

My unrequited love for the Alexa was quelled by a gift from my amazing sister and a bag that is very similar to the Alexa. On Christmas, she gave me  the gift of a great bag from Shop 4 Sparkles. It has many of the fine qualities of the Alexa without the hefty price tag. I can't wait to pair it with my favorite outfits. Pictures soon.

Mulberry for Target

My favorite lower price retailer, Target, has done it again. Their designer collaborations are fantastic. This time they are bringing the very high end and expensive Mulberry handbag line to those of us who don't have the extra cash to pay over $1,000 for our next handbag.

Mulberry handbags are beautiful. My personal favorite is the Alexa. The British fashionista, Alexa Chung, who the bag was named for, carries it regularly.

I hoped that the Target line would include at least one bag similar to the Alexa. There are a few that are close but none that have the double buckles, braided handle and shoulder strap of the Alexa. Target has only released press photos of a few bags so far. I really like the cross body bag and the black faux patent bag. I am not a fan of the cheap looking heart shaped tag hanging from the handles.

The collection is pretty large judging by the ad below that has appeared in many of the September magazines.

All of the bags in the line retail for less than $50. A fraction of the price of the originals. I promise to post more detailed photos once they are available. The line will be released at Target stores and online October 10.