Fossil Felicity: Like Orla, but Less!

I recently came across the Fossil Felicity handbag collection and it reminds me very much of Orla Kiely's collection, but for a whole lot less dough.

Both handbag collections are made of printed, laminated canvas and both feature bold, mod floral patterns. So without further ado, here they are for your viewing pleasure and critical comparison:

{Fossil Felicity Shopper Yellow Multi - $58 at Macy's}

{Orla Kiely Multi Scribble Stem Shoulder Bag - $168 @ Piperlime}

I actually prefer this original Orla Kiely "stems" pattern, but it's hard to find for sale now:

So what do you think? No, the Fossil bag doesn't have the broad recognition that Orla Kiely's "stems" pattern has and the bag's shape & structure may lack a bit of the same sophistication, but for 1/3 of the price I think it's a steal. In fact, I just ordered the Fossil Felicity Shopper in Yellow online.

If you are set on ordering a Fossil bag now too, there is good news! Right now at Macy's you can get FREE shipping with an eligible $50 juniors purchase (Fossil counts!) using promo code: HOTFREE (expires: June 6, 2010). And if you still like the Orla Kiely better, and have the extra cash, the deal on Piperlime isn't bad either.

Happy online shopping :-)

Five Fab Handmade Finds: Handbags

I love shopping handmade and I browse online daily, so I thought I would start posting my favorite five handmade finds here-and-there, bundled into different categories.

Today I'll feature five fabulous handmade bags!

1. Fall in Love bag by Etsy Seller Retrofied -- $82

2. Morchella in Wool bag by Etsy Seller morelle --$69

3. Wine Tasting Weekend Bag by Etsy Seller PacoandLupe --$96

4. Tweet Bag by Art Garage Sale Seller Backyard Design --$12

5. The Fraulein Tote (in Black or Rosewood) by Supermarket Seller Moop -- $121

Hope you enjoy!