Purse: Melie Bianco Madison – $50 (used $15 coupon) (buy)
A new purse is like a new baby. When you see it for the first time, you’re awe-struck. From feeling the soft pliable leather to holding its rounded edges in your hands, a new purse is a work of wonder. For my birthday, I caved in and bought myself a new purse.
I blame it on the $15 email coupon sent by Piperlime for my birthday. Before I knew it, I had started browsing the website and my my eyes landed on this super cute Melie Bianco Madison Satchel. In my defense, it was already on sale {snag for $65 and free ship!} and I had been looking for a good top-loading cross-body bag for awhile now. I’ve been loving purses that have a strap long enough to be worn cross-body but all of mine currently have a flap closure and are too small for comfort. I love a roomy purse where I can throw things in and not worry about having to keep everything super organized just so that I can close the flap {maybe I’m lazy. or sloppy…}. But this purse fits the bill in every way — it is truly my new precious.
Ok, I might be a little over-dramatic, but can you blame me? 🙂
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Stacey says
So cute! I think it's a really proportionate bag for you. :]
Kileen says
I agree!! It's really the perfect size for someone with a smaller frame!
Angie says
ooh i like that you can wear the straps different ways. it's a great colour too! like your skirt even more 🙂 i'm crazy about skirts. oh skirts.
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Kileen says
haha, thank you!! i'm in love with anything lace at the moment, especially skirts! 🙂
Michelle says
Great choice!! I really want something like this for work!! It goes so nicely with your top!
MarianneMatic says
This bag is beautiful! I love the color of it as well. It's a brown that gives off some hues of orange and yellow. This is such a classy piece! Btw, am hosting a giveaway with a neck piece inspired from the House of Harlow at stake. Please join if you can! -Mar
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kimmie says
Such a cute bag! And you scored such a good deal on it, too! 🙂
Is it really cardigan weather down in Texas? I thought it was still super hot!
Canadianpetite says
Ooh lovely color and perfect size for petites! The hardware details set off the leather color so well. Good score
Kileen says
it's actually in the mid-80s in the mornings around 8am when i took these photos. and my office is also really well air-conditioned in the summertime (so much so that i'd be shivering without a cardi!). if i were outside anytime after 9am though, trust me i would have taken off this cardi in an instant!
kimmie says
8am?!! Lady, you are the definition of dedication. I'm usually still sleeping at 8am 🙂
Kileen says
I know… My team at work is a bunch of early risers. One person gets in at 6:30am and the latest person gets in at 9. I straggle in around 8:30. Nowadays I can't even sleep in much later than 8am on weekends anymore. Sigh…getting old. 🙂
Kileen
kimmie says
Totally opposite from us! Our team gets in between 9am-10:30am. I usually get in around 10am, but I'm always running so late that I don't have time in the mornings to take pictures. 🙁
Kileen says
That's how my old team was like when I worked in Austin. It was weird cause I felt like as soon as everyone showed up it was lunchtime already, lol!
Kileen
cactusandcucumber says
love it. it looks perfect for us petites.
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Petite LG says
I love your new purse, Kileen. It def. will go with everything. You can certainly carry it all year round. The size is just perfect for a petite frame. Oh, and the price is super afforable. OK, I sound like a salesman now ..LOL =) Congrats on your new purse. It's truly precious.
Anna onopiuk says
great look, so nice blouse and bag
Renee says
wow, after seeing your beautiful photos and reading your thoughts on this bag, you've practically talked me into buying one! it's really a great bag, and it looks lovely with your outfit!
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Tara says
Love your new bag, I swear the color goes with everything!
brett says
what a great bag
i have been obsessed with crossbody bags for awhile now
i might have to pop over and check that one out for myself
brett
Sandy a la Mode says
ooo your purse is amazing!! and so is your whole outfit girl!!
Kileen says
haha, i'm so in love with it. it's really a great buy and even better that it's on sale! you should definitely get it. 🙂
Cel says
Nice! Yay for things being on sale plus having a coupon. I really need to invest in some more purses, I've been carrying around the same boho bag for ages and it is getting tired.
Kileen says
Now's the perfect time to invest! This bag is a great deal!
Cee says
Beautiful! I like the darker edge trims around the cognac leather. Enjoy your new bag!
cadrommy says
Beautiful bag! I love the skirt and wish we had a Limited nearby. Ours closed down a long time ago.
Cecilia Oviedo says
Your new baby is so pretty! Really goes with everything 😉
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Kileen says
aww that's too bad! but honestly i don't have very much luck finding things that fit at The Limited, so you're not missing out on much. and you can always order online, right? 🙂
fashionandnumber says
I love the bag. I saw it on shopstyle before but glad to see that it looks good on you. I am very petite like you too. You look very cute! 😉
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Tinymum says
It is a keeper isn't it? Versatile and very affordable! The bag looks great on you, goes well with your entire ensemble and your beautiful aura!
Kileen says
thanks so much!! we need to get more petites styling this super cute bag. it's perfect!
AUBS* says
today's outfit gets a thumbs up from me! i like the bf cardi over it.
Natalie says
Oh, congrats are in order! It is gorgeous! so profesh too.
Sharon says
ahhh I'm so tempted to purchase this!
Kileen says
thanks Aubs!! 😀
pilar eunice frausto vasquez says
i love your style! =)
Kileen says
if you have a Gap or BR credit card, you can also get another 10% off if you order on Tuesday. oh, and there's a 3% rebate for Gap with Mr. Rebates too! (my referral link if you aren't signed up: http://www.mrrebates.com?refid=89512). it's a great deal for such a great bag!
Mel says
"A new purse is like a new baby"- I couldn't agree more! And I can't blame you for lovin' this bag so much. It is fabulous!!! Show it off like a proud new mama! 😉
You look amazing! The skirt, the bag and the top- this outfit is perfect! And I really like how the cardi matches the shoes.
Angela says
I love the style of your new bag!! It reminds me of my new Michael Kors bag! You look too cute!
Gria Loka says
Hi Kileen,
I like the brown bag. I dont have satchel..but I have been thinking to get one. I have been looking around with the price around $50–that's my budget range. Thank you for linking the website 🙂 It looks really pretty on you!! I look forward to meeting you in person.
Your loyal reader,
Gria
Stephanie Huynh says
your birthday always deserves a little something special! that bag is super cute & versatile! great find!
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Kileen says
just so you know, i won't be able to make it to the meetup on Aug 21 unfortunately. i'll be out of town for another wedding. 🙁 hopefully we can meet up for Fashion Night Out though!
Kileen says
lol, that's how i justified it too. 🙂
Emily Topczewski says
I definitely agree with the idea that a new purse is like a new baby — haha. I just picked up a new (well, new to me at least) vintage Coach bag and I've been using every excuse possible to pick it up and admire it. I love the way you styled your outfit — the purse looks amazing next to that skirt!
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Vicky says
Kileen, the bag is certainly beyond cute! The color is different from the website, but I like it better in your. Great size too. 🙂
Urban Jungle Fashion says
That cardigan looks so comfy!
Beth Willers says
super cute bag… and outfit… and shoes! love the look.
not sure if you know, but Melie Bianco is a vegan line of handbags and can be found in different places online. http://www.dalyse.com has them in stock (and puts them on sale) frequently. they also have Urban Expressions which is another vegan friendly line.
would love to work with you on a Dalyse inspired look for one of your blogs, if you are interested! till then, thank you for the great fashion inspiration!
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