Monday, February 16, 2009

Made in India



A few weeks ago I went to Miami for a brief (and very random) few days. One of my finds was this faux-coral studded purse/box from Luna Designs: a store specializing in belly-dancing attire and fashion/accessories from India.

It wasn't just the metal and coral that drew me in, it was the success of a fashion bargain that left me beaming. You see, two hours before stumbling on to Luna Designs, I had dragged my poor bf to Zara. I spent a few minutes drooling over a purple studded purse-box (that looked exactly the same as my Luna bag), but convinced myself that $88 was just too steep. The fashion gods were feeling generous and let me pay only $35 for mine at Luna Designs. Ah sweet, sweet victory (I'm genuflecting right now).

P.S. If coral is not your thing, they also had a purple one (a la Zara) and another with turquoise. They don't have these specific purses on line, but I would just drop Luna Designs an email and give the fashion gods a nod.

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40 comments:

  1. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2009 at 11:16 PM

    gawd, that's a very stunning purse. i love the color and it;s a good steal.


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  2. UnknownFebruary 16, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    Oooh I'm totally feeling sweet little boxy chain strap purses. That one is so gorg!!

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  3. yiqin;February 17, 2009 at 12:03 AM

    That is the most amazing purse I have seen! The details are so pretty!

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 12:14 AM

    That purse is amazing. SO amazing.

    And haha yea, all the accounts can be overwhelming, but I used to have Twitter account and I use my facebook/blog all the time so it's really not too bad :D

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  5. UnknownFebruary 17, 2009 at 2:27 AM

    How beautiful!!! I love the bright pops of colour from the coral against the silver. It looks stunning with your outfit. Good thing you resisted temptation at Zara! You were duly rewarded.

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  6. Sharon February 17, 2009 at 3:04 AM

    Hi there-ooh, gorgeous indeed and much more unique than a Zara bag too! A fantastic find!

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  7. this wheel's on fireFebruary 17, 2009 at 3:13 AM

    i love i love. i want i want. :D

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  8. paanieFebruary 17, 2009 at 3:43 AM

    so eyecatching and pretty! the coral really pops. i wonder if the occassion warranted, could you use it as a clutch?

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  9. muchloveFebruary 17, 2009 at 4:40 AM

    That purse is stunning! I love the shape and the pop of colour. I imagine it would be a damn cool jewellery box when not used as a purse.

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  10. sarayFebruary 17, 2009 at 4:41 AM

    this purse is stuning!

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  11. ediotFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:13 AM

    what a beautiful bag. i absolutelY love it!

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  12. TabithaFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:38 AM

    Great find! I love finding stuff in different cities that you know no one will have back home!

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  13. LesleyFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:54 AM

    What a cute bag! The coral color is great!

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 9:07 AM

    Patience pays off!

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  15. MerilyFebruary 17, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    This bag is DIVINE!

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  16. LizBlairFebruary 17, 2009 at 10:04 AM

    I'm so envious that you went to a belly dancing store. I have been practing belly dancing every dance for the last few weeks using some lessons on DVD. If you like that style, you might enjoy looking at www.dancingrahana.com. They have some beautiful clothing and jewelry you might like. I'm particularly interested in getting a snake armband.

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  17. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    what a fabulous accent piece! I just love the coral color and the shape of the purse.

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    Such an awesome find!

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  19. ShELLzFebruary 17, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    ugh i want those lace up back skinies!!! What a great find!

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  20. LisaFebruary 17, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    Nice find! It's a much more authentic item than what you'd get at Zara too.

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  21. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    Such an eye-catching purse! I love the color!

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  22. KayFebruary 17, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    It's so beautiful! And really good value

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  23. AngelaFebruary 17, 2009 at 2:34 PM

    gorgeous bag. i love the details.

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  24. DianeFebruary 17, 2009 at 3:31 PM

    oooo i just LOVE it! it's so unique!

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  25. WinnieFebruary 17, 2009 at 3:46 PM

    There is no other word for that purse other than...STUNNING!

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  26. greenjeansFebruary 17, 2009 at 6:21 PM

    I'd like to say my comment would include a kudos on the bag and the bargain, but I guess I'm just a bit taken by the fact that there are stores that specialize in belly dancing...

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  27. Maria TerezaFebruary 17, 2009 at 6:47 PM

    It's a sooooo pretty bag!
    it has the India's spirit

    kiss ;D

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  28. JuliaFuentesFebruary 17, 2009 at 7:59 PM

    lovelyy

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  29. WendyBFebruary 17, 2009 at 8:27 PM

    That bag is gorgeous! Funny, I just got a pair of jeans with doodads down the side.

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  30. SongyFebruary 18, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    Holy. that's heartstoppingly gorgeous. How heavy is it though? hmm.

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  31. Rebecca, A Clothes HorseFebruary 18, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    That purse is AMAZING!

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  32. LFFebruary 18, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    what a purrfect purse//the detail is great//and I really like your outfit & boots!

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  33. we wear thingsFebruary 19, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    that bag is srsly cool!

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  34. AlineFebruary 19, 2009 at 4:07 PM

    That is a great little bag!

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  35. CamrynFebruary 19, 2009 at 9:58 PM

    WOwowowowowowow. That purse is exquisite. Kudos to you for finding it. :)

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  36. AlyaFebruary 22, 2009 at 3:17 PM

    Wow! Its fabulous! Definitely an eye-catcher!

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  37. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    Gorgeous!! OMG, I loveeee it <3<3!

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  38. lauh-renFebruary 24, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    that purse is amazing. AMAZING. i am obsessed.

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  39. KATLINFebruary 25, 2009 at 10:31 PM

    I love the ornate details + the coral stones! Such an awesome pairing!

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  40. Montreal Fashion MindsFebruary 26, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    Beautiful purse!

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