Does what’s inside matter (in a handbag)?

November 4, 2010

Is it crazy to buy a bag because you ♡ the lining?

Well call me crazy because unique handbag linings have pushed me into purchasing a bag.  Of course I select a bag because it’s functional, stylish, and fits with my lifestyle.  But I’ve stood in the Hayden Harnett and Lauren Merkin stores and the final catalyst to whipping out my credit card was a fun lining.  Similar to polished red soles on shoes, printed handbag linings are like an exclusive chic secret, but people will only see if they reallyget to peek in my bag,

The Neiman Marcus exclusive City Classic Craquele is of course a timeless style and has been on my mind lately.  That bronze is so lovely and I love the funky lining.

The Rebecca Minkoff Morning After bag not only has a fun name, but almost always has a whimsical lining inside.
Then there’s a lining that becomes another bag!  The Hayden Harnett reversible tote is polished black and can become a sparkly sapphire with a quick inside out flip!  Brilliant!
Photo sources: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Has a handbag’s lining ever pushed you to purchase it?  Do you have any handbags with fun linings?

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  • Gabby / Gypsy*Diaries November 4, 2010 at 12:14

    I do think that lining is important!!! 🙂 Rebecca Minkoff and Marc Jacobs do a great job in that! 🙂
    xxx

    http://gypsy-diaries.blogspot.com/

  • shari @ little blue deer November 4, 2010 at 12:15

    Love the Rebecca Minkoff! Too cute, and yeah, I’m a sucker for a nice lining! XX!

  • THE ALTERNATIVE WIFE November 4, 2010 at 12:21

    I’ve done the same!!! We’re so alike 🙂 I’m wanting to trade my city in for that top one. It’s amazing!!!

  • Erika @ ~TiptoeButterfly~ November 4, 2010 at 12:34

    i have a bag by all the brands u mentioned – but i don’t think the INSIDE ever got me to buy a bag tho .. if there’s anything i’m a sucker for is a BAG .. with the house and saving for a new car – i’m trying NOT to buy a new bag this year – b/c my bags can be pretty pricey and the one i’m DYING for is over 2K – which right now – SO isn’t gonna happen!

  • tanvii.com November 4, 2010 at 12:53

    Haha! I have bought 2 bags in recent past for their lining as much as their exterior! 🙂 Good to know I am not alone!!!

  • Stacey November 4, 2010 at 13:19

    Love the Hayden Harnett and the Rebecca Minkoff! Beautiful lining is a must:-)

  • Café Bellini November 4, 2010 at 13:27

    I don’t think I’d purchase just for the lining but it’s certainly a plus if it’s nice. One of my Chanel bags (black) has a bright pink lining with Chanel logos all over the place – swoon!

  • PartyPlannerGal November 4, 2010 at 13:42

    Love the “Morning After” bag – so chic and stylish! I have bought trousers and blazers for their fun linings, but never a bag . . . hmmmmm.

  • silviasiantar November 4, 2010 at 13:44

    that balenciaga is toooo perfect!!!!!!!!

    thanks for your sweet comment. i love your blog and following you now.

    poisepolish.

    keep in touch babe!

  • very married November 4, 2010 at 14:15

    i LOVE that first bag!

  • Krysten @ After 'I Do' November 4, 2010 at 14:20

    It totally does and these are awesome!

  • Bubbly Lifestyle November 4, 2010 at 14:30

    mksfdhjsgdfjh we love your blog:)!!!
    xxx

  • Couture Carrie November 4, 2010 at 14:37

    I love fun handbag linings!

    xoxox,
    CC

  • Chocolate Lover November 4, 2010 at 14:53

    For sure!

  • Fashion Meets Food November 4, 2010 at 15:37

    I have been obsessing over Rebecca Minkoff hand bags like crazy lately.

    xo

  • Erika @ ~TiptoeButterfly~ November 4, 2010 at 16:21

    i know SUCKS we have such $$$$ taste – there’s a Givenchy nightngale (the newest one) i want and then there’s the Celine black leather with lamb fur in the front *sigh* ..

  • honey my heart November 4, 2010 at 16:28

    i love the fun pop of handbag linings from marc by marc jacobs, and it definitely has swayed meto purchase them 🙂

  • My Dream Ring November 4, 2010 at 16:43

    I really never pay attention to the inside if I really like the outside. Thoas eare all great bags!

  • Pop Champagne November 4, 2010 at 17:11

    ohh the first bag is so nice! and yeah I love bags with fun linings, coats with cool linings are great too!

  • Connie @ SogniESorrisi November 4, 2010 at 17:39

    I’ll take one of each, please! I like the first lining best.

  • Nikki November 4, 2010 at 18:09

    You have some gorgeous picks here! I am a handbag addict!

    xx
    Nikki

  • Kristin Hjellegjerde November 4, 2010 at 18:22

    Detailed lining is like exclusive lingerie, love it:)

  • Len♥reNeverM♥re November 4, 2010 at 18:38

    I’m quite boring when it comes to lining…opt for the solid colors~

    xo*

  • Diana Mieczan November 4, 2010 at 22:29

    I also like nice lining…and I love Rebecca Minkoff bags so much:)
    Kisses my dear

  • this free bird November 4, 2010 at 23:14

    I should prolly be embarrassed to admit this, but I’m totally not. I bought a Sorial handbag because of the cheetah print lining. It was all I could see…it literally swept me to the cashwrap!

    xoxo,
    C

  • Brunch at Saks November 5, 2010 at 02:13

    Love all of these. The liners are so much fun- they definitely influence me! xoxo

  • Kristin November 5, 2010 at 02:17

    I get lured in by linings ALL the time! I bought a clutch recently because of it’s bright purple lining and leopard outer. SO cute!

  • bananas. November 5, 2010 at 02:48

    those first two are definitely wish list material.

    and oh so drool-worthy too!

  • Jude November 5, 2010 at 04:13

    That inside out is so, so brilliant! I’d love for more bags to be like that. I once bought a coat just for it’s cute lining (it was a nice coat too :)), so I hear you on the cute bag lining! The inside is as important as the outside – you have to look at it after all! 🙂

  • Rhiannon Nicole November 5, 2010 at 04:36

    OH MY GOSH girlfriend I do this too! Is this bad or what? I actually bought a fake LV bag only because I loved the liner. I also have an ALDO purse that is bright orange patent; the liner is a shiny bright turquoise. The contrast melts my heart!! Hope you are fabulous beautiful! XO

  • Josie ♥ Savoir Weddings ♥ November 5, 2010 at 10:15

    I bought a pair of shoes the other day because they had pretty flowery linings. I think I liked the inside more than the shoe itself 😉

  • MizzJ November 6, 2010 at 00:48

    It’s all about the details so I’m such a fan of fun linings! It’s like a secret only you know that makes you feel a bit giddy inside. That Hayden Hartnett bag is so awesome! I’ve never seen a reversible like that before.

  • Styles 'n Cream November 6, 2010 at 02:09

    I love the Rebecca Minkoff bag – so lovely and the name is perfect.

    xo,

    Rali

  • Jessica November 6, 2010 at 16:11

    I don’t buy a bag because of the lining, but it’s an extra special surprise when I love it!

  • legallymarried November 10, 2010 at 14:01

    I love fun linings. I’ve even bought shoes based on the fun bright colored linings! The Rebecca Minkoff bag is super fun. 🙂

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