{Written while getting ready to watch a Masterpiece Theater series that was somehow accidentally recorded by my brilliant DVR (maybe because it knows I love Downton Abbey? ) called Indian Summers and I am so excited! It looks like a goody. Stay tuned for my review!} A few weeks ago, I had the absolute pleasure of receiving an invite to a dinner and a preview of Dooney and Bourke's new line of handbags. Like most of us, my memories of Dooney and Bourke involve my dad, dragging my brother and I to Nordstrom at Christmas time for yet another purse (and matching wallet, and key chain and checkbook cover and make-up bag-- ohhh, the coordinating accessories they had) for my mom-- do you remember those bags that had the duck on them and came trimmed in brown leather? Well, my friends, those are not the Dooney bags of today. I was awed by the beautiful designs that I saw-- gorgeous leather, contemporary, luxe designs, and that craftsmanship we've come to expect from this iconic brand. The bag I am carrying is the Barlow bag from the City collection and its perfect. It is thoughtfully constructed and has just the right amount of pockets and places for your keys and your cell phone and it comes with the cross-body strap, which I adore. Who doesn't love the ability to roll hands-free? I love this. I look for this kind of versatility and quality and this bag has it. Pop on over to the website http://www.dooney.com/home and take a peek. I really really love the Alto collection-- go look! They are gorgeous. I paired it with a simple sheath dress and heels from Banana Republic, because is easy and fuss-free ever a bad thing for the office? Not in my book! Hope your (3 day?) weekend was lovely, dearest reader! Thanks for stopping by! Sweetly- Michelle
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