Bell Jar

When I was a little girl, I remember carrying around my cherished little treasures (mostly Hello Kitty erasers and pencils) in various little Sanrio-themed bags and purses.  For larger items like my Winnie-the-Pooh stuffed bear (which I still have)…I hauled him and his belongings around in a large red Strawberry Shortcake overnight luggage bag.  And anytime there was a chance of unexpected adventures, I would systematically consolidate all little bags into bigger bags so that I could take it all with me.  It’s funny that these habits are still alive and I must admit that my addiction to bags sees no end in sight.

So allow me to share my latest obsession…the Marc by Marc Jacobs “Posh Turnlock – Dot Dome Satchel” in the prettiest and softest patent crinkle minty green leather.  I remember the moment I saw this in the store out of the corner of my eye…I gasped out loud and quickly made a mad dash for the bag.  I unashamedly primped and preened in front of the mirror trying out the bag in all different poses…while dear AK rolled his eyes because he had experienced this lust-at-first-sight-routine countless times before.  What can I say?  He’s got his obsession with Star Wars Lego and I’ve got my bags.  There is also a matching wristlet/clutch called the “Big Slice” that I’ve been eyeing for quite some time as well.  It’s oversized with compartmentalized interior pockets and it would be great to use during quick trips to the market, casual coffee dates, or any other time when I don’t want to be bogged down by a bigger/heavier bag.  The “Big Slice” is available at Net-A-Porter for $250 and the “Dot Dome Satchel” is available at Nordstrom for $498.  Both are part of the Marc by Marc Jacobs Resort 2008 bag collection.  (Photos are from Nordstrom’s website and Net-A-Porter’s website, respectively)