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A Look Back at Jessica Biel’s Woven Gryson Olivia

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010 at 12:00 am  

Are Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake still together? They are so mum about their relationship that it keeps us all guessing.

Anyway, I found this picture of them and couldn’t help but notice the woven bag Jessica is carrying.

Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake

I also found another picture of Jessica carrying the same bag.

Jessica Biel carrying the woven Gryson Olivia

The bag is a woven Gryson Olivia. Here’a closer look at it in brown:

Woven Gryson Olivia

Originally priced at US$1295, not everyone could afford it. It did go on sale for about US$900++ online, but to some that wasn’t low enough. In New York, it went for as low as US$497, but exclusive only to Century 21 shoppers.

I tried searching for a cheaper look-alike but couldn’t find one. Now if you want the woven Gryson Olivia for its name (in other words, you’re basically into the brand), then by all means splurge on one if you can afford it.

But if you like it because it’s woven, then you might as well look for an alternative because there are a lot of woven bags in the market that are much more affordable.

Here are some woven bags which might ease your craving:

Steve Madden Dreamweaver Hobo, US$89

Jessica Simpson Rumor Top Zip, on sale for only US$77 at Zappos.com

Elliot Lucca Ambra Hobo, US$298

Cole Haan Genevieve Plaid Small Triangle Tote, US$398

The Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel – Classic With an Edge

Sunday, December 6th, 2009 at 6:55 am  

Here’s a handbag that will never go out of style: The Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel in Eggshell Patent color.

The Elliot Lucca Palermo SatchelThe Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel

Once again, Elliot Lucca has created a timeless piece that can last through decades in your closet (provided that you take good care of it, of course!).

Although classic in style, the Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel also displays enough distinction and individuality compared to other basic bags.

side view of the Elliot Lucca Palermo SatchelSide View of the Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel

Perhaps what makes the bag unique is the intricately woven leather accentuating the sides of the bag, mainly highlighted against the smooth patent leather material used at the center.

Pristine and Fine Looking HardwareThe Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel uses pristine and fine looking hardware

The shiny silver hardware marked with the Elliot Lucca brand name looks pristine and elegant, clearly an evidence of fine workmanship. This is completed with rolled leather top handles and side belt and buckle details that altogether make the bag look very polished.

To keep the bag from getting dirty, the Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel has metal base protectors placed on each corner, this way, you won’t have to worry about cleaning the bottom of the bag after every usage.

base protectors on the Elliot Lucca Palermo SatchelBase Protectors on the Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel

Equally classy and elegant as the outside, the inside of the Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel boasts of a spacious and lined (in gray) interior, complete with slip and zip pockets.  With enough room to accommodate everything a girl would need on a usual day at work, the Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel will surely not disappoint.

Inside the Elliot Lucca Palermo SatchelInside the Elliot Lucca Palermo Satchel

Priced only at an easy US$149, feel free to purchase this bag at Zappos.com. You have to hurry and make your purchase because stocks are limited!