Diaper Dude is bursting at the seams with opportunities to get the dudes involved in the sometimes tiring task of lugging everything from place to place. For the dude with his pride, the one who prefers to keep his duties as subtle as possible, there is the Mini Dude that straps around the hip and is compact while having enough room for a sippy cup or bottle, snacks, toy keys and a few diapers and wipes. The Mini Dude averages around $34 and comes in black, gray or navy. For the Man who is proud of his manhood, let him flex his muscles with the Messenger II, ranging generally between $98 – $108 and having room for everything that can possibly be needed, with the most pricey and luxuriously compartmental version being the Black Deluxe at a still reasonable $108.

Go ahead and let the man lend a hand with handbags for him. The name to remember is Diaper Dude, and don抰 forget to check out the eco-friendly options!

What comes to mind when you hear the name, Anita Baker? R&B Singer? Eight-time Grammy award winner?  Or, recently crowned Soul Train 2010 Legend Award winner?

The “Queen of Soul” is not only known for her insane vocals, but also her unique fashion taste and pixie haircut.  After much drama involving a divorce and possible jail time, Anita opened up in a recent interview about her new stance on life.  Baker states,

“At 50, I’m happy with my body, blessed with my children and my career. I can’t spend life chasing 20. I just want to be me, free to be myself and happy.”

If all women could take on Anita’s life motto, women everywhere would have more self-satisfaction and pride. We’re all beautiful no matter the size, race, hair color.  Anita’s happy because she is being herself, and that is the best viewpoint one could take on living life, don’t you agree?

If you would like to see the legendary songstress perform live, lucky for you, Ms. Baker has just launched a new tour. To see if she’s coming to a city near you, you can find her tour dates and cities here.




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Few things in life are free.  Here at Handbag Heaven, we like to up that amount of freeness.  Because it doesn’t get any better than $free.99.

Head over to the Mama’s Money Savers blog for a change to win a free bag from Handbag Heaven.  The contest ends on 27 December, but get your entries pouring in now!




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Taylor Swift has managed to maintain a pristine image ever since her 2006 rise to fame. When she first broke onto the scene with her debut self-titled album, she was just a sweet 16 year-old with diary-like songs she wrote herself. The songs remain the same style, as surely some of her songwriting targets like John Mayer will lament, but she has drifted away from the typical dress-with-cowboy boots that dominated her early style:



She loves her cowboy boots. If not cowboy boots, pumps or sandals, but always a dress. Plus it’s interesting to see her at such a young age.

However, Taylor has aged, and it’s nowhere more apparent in mature shoots like this one from Glamour Magazine. Imagine her wearing that oversized bow when she first debuted.



You have to remember: Taylor Swift is 21 now. She’s got “grown-up” style: just look at that silhouette. It’s hard to imagine her going on picnic, guitar slung over her back.

Check out some of the purses Taylor carries to complete her formerly-a-schoolgirl-but-growing look:



If you like that metallic turquoise leather, check out our Melie Bianco Hobo–it’s the same shape and shade, with a big bow on the front. Perfect for a country girl at heart.

Photo credit:

www.dressliketaylor.net

blog.thefind.com




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The former High School Musical star and current co-star of Hellcats, a drama about competitive college cheerleading, showed up at the People’s Choice Awards early this year looking a little dark:



I hope she hasn’t been hanging out with Snooki. Well, probably not. She’s not wearing enough makeup to reach that plateau. Maybe this “older” look is an attempt to escape the her school-centered roles.

Anyway, though she didn’t win a People’s Choice Award for Hellcats, she’s still sporting a cute little wallet. It’s small, glittery, and silver.

If you like it and want something similar, you can spend much less than she did.



Our Women’s Glitter Wallet is on sale for only .26. It’s just as elegant.

Photo credit: Couture Candy




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Today’s guest blogger is Jayson Jones, an art student with a focus in Fashion Design. He’s also an amateur blogger, so be sure to check out his work at Catwalk Cat Fight or follow him on Twitter. Here he sums up the top trends to look for in Spring 2011.


If you’re interested in the fashion world, you probably try to keep up on the latest trends. That can be difficult, because there’s so much happening with fashion all the time. You may not always like the latest fashion, but you’ll want to pay attention to it anyway, so you can talk knowledgeably about it and help others see that they can dress great and not break the bank. Here are 8 fashion trends to watch for in spring 2011.

1. Airy Fabrics

Airy fabrics and light color palettes are important. Gone are the excessively dark and heavy clothing options of yesteryear. Think much more ethereal for springtime of 2011.

2. Mixed Prints

Mixing prints is a big thing for 2011, but you have to do it right. Some prints can be mixed without clashing, but others can’t. You don’t want to look like you forgot to look in the mirror — you want to look sleek, hip, and fashionable.

3. Simple Silhouettes

Simplicity in silhouettes has also become very important. You won’t see many wild designs or complicated options for spring clothing. People want things that are easy to deal with, comfortable to wear, and quick to take care of, so that’s what designers are offering them.

4. Rust Colors

It’s normally an autumn color, but now it’s being used for springtime, too. There’s nothing wrong with that, but it’s certainly unusual and unexpected — two things that are generally good in fashion circles.

5. Retro Themes

Don’t look now, but the 70s styles have snuck back into the clothing choices of fashion designers. The styles have been modernized and aren’t quite the same — they just hint at what they used to be.

6. High Waists

High waists and retro vibes, especially when it comes to denim, are becoming popular again. You’ll be seeing a lot of them in the springtime, when designers roll out their new looks and people start buying.

7. Sheer Fabrics

Sheer fabrics are making a huge impact on the fashion world. They can be used both under and over other things, making them both versatile and very popular with all kinds of fashion-conscious individuals.

8. Silver

Silver is more valuable than gold, at least when it comes to the color of beading and other adornments. The beading has started to show up on all kinds of materials and clothing options, and silver seems to be the color of choice. Beading is often used on nude fabrics, which is really striking.

Fashion trends change frequently, so don’t expect the things that were fashionable in 2010 to carry over. Spring 2011 trends are new and exciting. With new ideas of fashion and glamour, you will have many new options to update your wardrobe. Be sure to watch for these trends coming down the runway this spring so you can find trendy new looks that fit in with your personal style.

Image Credit: Glamour.com

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Hollywood actress Natalie Portman knows how to make a splash in the headlines. She recently announced her pregnancy with fiancé Benjamin Millipied and made an awkward statement involving their love life at the Golden Globes. However, she also won a Golden Globe for best actress in a drama for her powerful role in Black Swan. Lately, she portrays a friend-with-benefits in No Strings Attached with Asthon Kutcher.

Her role in Black Swan both intrigues and confuses audiences whereas her role in No Strings Attached (intends to) make people laugh due to the comedic banter between her and Ashton. Portman not only captivates audiences with her diverse performances, but she also inspires them with her beautiful fashion.

In Black Swan, Portman’s dress attire ranges from intricate ballerina costumes to trendy, modern clothing. While on-set in the picture below, she sports a fashionable pink peacoat, elegant white scarf, and accents the entire outfit with an oversized grey bag. If this stylish outfit appeals to you, the Tessa Oversized Tote can offer a similar style to the bag Portman carries below.



In her newest movie, No Strings Attached, Portman wears more relaxed and informal clothing. In this particular scene she is wearing simple, everyday attire to which most of us can relate. Her hair is tossed back into a ponytail and she is wearing a v-cut stripped shirt with a silver necklace. Her outfit is highlighted by the brown cloth-like purse she carries over her right shoulder. A similar purse, the Ashbury Sling Bag, offers a similar long strap along with the same knit look. This one, however, offers unique colors which allow it to be matched to nearly any outfit.



Photo credit: accidentalsexiness.com, hollywoodreporter.com




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At the 2011 Golden Globes the stars were in full on glam mode. Sure the gowns were gorgeous, but the clutches were the real scene-stealers.



Julianne Hough looked brilliant with her golden backswept locks, black Marchesa gown, and glittery gold clutch. Christina Hendricks was all about ruffles and red in Romona Keveza and her silvery bag. Both Judith Leiber clutches they carry are shimmery and stunning and very similar to a Red Carpet Clutch of ours…



It’s got all the sparkle you’ll need, plus  it comes in gold and silver.  Against a solid dress like Hough’s or Hendricks’, this clutch will do the talking.

But let’s say your dress has all the drama and you’re looking for a clutch with a more understated look.  In that case, you’ll need something like the Margaret Rhinestone Clutch.



This clutch is pure elegance. And it looks like Anne Hathaway and Megan Fox, both in Armani Privé, would agree.



Their Roger Vivier clutches have the same gleaming gold and sleek lines as the Margaret Rhinestone.

But why let the celebrities have all the glitz?  Bring the glitter and glamour of the Golden Globes to your next evening ensemble!




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We’re famous! Check out our new Ashton Exotic Satchel featured on the cover of People Style Watch! Yep, we’re right up there with Katy Perry. And at .95, this cover worthy bag won’t break the bank.  But be warned, you may garner some jealousy with such a chic handbag.

In four color variations, this sleek little number is the perfect addition to your wardrobe. Sophisticated and professional for work and the perfect go-to bag for lunch and shopping with the gals, it’s a great multi-functional bag.

Handbag Heaven has tons of discount handbags in every shape, style, and color so you can find the perfect match to any outfit for every occasion. Whether you’re constantly on top of the latest trends or tend to stick with the classics, we’ve got handbags to match every style and taste. Our handbags start at and are all under .  And with a selection of over 500, you’ll always be able to find your perfect handbag.



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