An Ode to Earth Day

Orwell Crossbody Bag, $135, Matt & Nat

You'd think after the winter we just had (and that some of us are still having...so sorry...), I would be opposed to any accessory reminiscent of ice. And yet, there's something about this Glacier handbag from Canadian eco-leaders Matt & Nat. I'm loving the cool blue colour (wearable in any season) and the oversized silhouette, but most of all, I love that it's made so responsibly from vegan leather with a 100% recycled nylon lining. Guilt-free dressing at its best.

Happy Earth Day to you!

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MILCK It

ela MILCK Lipstick Stud Clutch, $300, the code

Gwyneth Paltrow with Tom Ford (and her ela MILCK). Photo via ela's WORLD

With all of the saving we do on the daily here at RLR, the occasional splurge can always be justified. I know I've mentioned ela handbags before but a brand this good (and Canadian to boot) bears repeating. ela has garnered a devoted following over the past few years, thanks to the brand's luxe materials and sophisticated designs; her bags are classic, cool and always seem to elicit compliments anytime I tote mine around. Since Gwyneth was recently spotted carrying the ela MILCK (money/ID/lipstick/cell/keys), looks like the bag's It status has officially been cemented. 

We love the metallic and classic black version but this perfect red is particularly ready to go for the Canada Day weekend. If you don't already own one (or even if you do) get your ela MILCK now at Holt Renfrew, elahandbags.com or thecode.ca.

Happy loooong weekend!

35 Pretty Summer Handbags to Pick Up Now

Photo courtesy Coach

Originally posted in The CLOSET

I'm not sure what it is about handbags, exactly, that gets me so giddy. Anyone get that same feeling when you see the perfect 'one'? Is it because a bag always fits? Or is it the fact that you can go wild with print, embellishments and colour without having to commit to a head-to-toe statement? Or is it because a handbag holds all of the important stuff like your wallet, your phone and anything (and everything) else you need to get through your day?

Somehow, guys don't seem to need handbags - the male species somehow gets by on pockets alone. Women on the other hand require them, we must have them (lots of lots of them), and I'm so glad we do, aren't you?

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Nella Bella Giveaway

I'm always on the lookout for great Canadian brands, so when Nella Bella got in touch and asked me to test drive one of their clutches, I was totally game.  The brand's all about sleek, on-trend designs with a decidedly urban flair.  And while the bags look leather-like luxe, the entire line is 100% vegan, making them not only eco-friendly but blissfully affordable. This clutch is capital O Oversized, with a detachable chain strap and smart interior pockets.  But the best part? The colour - a rich, ruby red.  Love!

Now here's the good news: We're giving away this Nella Bella Ivy Clutch.  Simply leave a comment below telling us your fave Nella Bella handbag to win.  Contest closes 5 pm tomorrow (Friday). We'll announce the winner Monday morning!  Bonne chance

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