Introducing | Corso Como Handbags!

Several weeks ago, I caught wind of new news in Corso Como. If you’re already familiar with this brand for their fabulous shoes, well you’ll be excited to learn that these famous kicks now have handbags to pair with! Here’s a pic of my new bag and I absolutely LOVE it. It is made of genuine leather and is so soft. But what we think gives it real personality is the fun liner to spice up this black classic look.
Karen Rutkowski, President of Corso Como Handbags chatted with us about her venture into this new line and the exciting path [...]

New Online Boutique Featuring Indie Design!

I just spent about an hour browsing all of the looks available and I don’t think I came close to seeing the whole store. For such a new online boutique, I’m shocked at the variety that’s available. No matter your personal taste or price point, there seems to be something for everyone.
Some of our favorites are this Love Belle dress by Sara Mena, Blouse by Julie and BLOOM handbag by Mamsirati Irm/-e .
Check it out and tell them LDB sent you! Happy Shopping!

Adding this one to our list of favorites!

A few weeks ago, I was introduced to another talented jewelry designer by Johanna of Beso Handbags. I’ll admit…I’m a sucker for sentimental pieces, so I couldn’t resist this designer’s custom design portfolio. In fact, I’ve already given my husband strict instructions on which one he should order! But we aren’t the only ones who love Lisa Leonard Designs. There is a list a mile long of other fashion editors who are following this hot designer. Lisa Leonard creates these pieces from her studio north of Los Angeles. We caught up with Lisa to get the scoop:
LDB: I love the [...]

SarahBear’s Cards & Creations

Recently I met with, Sarah Barrett, a designer of cards and photo albums in Los Angeles. When I first heard she specialized in handmade cards, I wondered if Sarah’s designs were really that unique. Let’s face it, handmade cards are beautiful and fun to receive, but they are a dime a dozen these days. That is…until I saw her complete collection. Sarah doesn’t just create handmade cards, she designs photo accessories that you’ve never seen before.
My absolute favorite item is her photo tins. At only 4″ x 6″ the are small enough to fit in a small handbag and oh [...]

Fashion Rocks Chicago

by Rachel Yeomans
It was quite cold during the first weekend of December. Temperatures dropped to the numbers we Chicagoans don’t usually have to deal with until mid-January; however such was not the case this season. Yet we as Chicago residents are used to braving the cold, bundling up in layers, and refusing to be shacked in by the Midwestern weather.

Therefore nothing could stop us from venturing out to the first ever Fashion & Shopping Extravaganza held in the trendy Wicker Park space, The Creative Lounge. Hosted by Fashion Rocks Chicago and See More Shopping, designers spanned the enormous space [...]

We have another Winner!

And the winner of the Gebbie Cloth contest is…
Natasha Wilson!
Congratulations, Natasha. Enjoy!! Send us pictures and we’ll post them up.
Check your email for details on how to claim your prize.
Our last Holiday Countdown Giveaway is coming in a few…Check back with us tonight!

Ten Designer Favorites for UNDER $50

Simply Sarah Handy Hold-All™- $30.00
I have a Handy Hold-All™ hanging over my closet door right now and I love it! Suddenly my closet isn’t cluttered with giant handbags in every corner. Now that they’re on the door, I’ve gained about 30 sq feet in my closet! A great gift for the girl (like me) who has a handbag addiction.
Kosher Rock Socks- $9.95
Talk about a stocking stuffer!…or a Hanukkah gift! For less than ten bucks, get socks that make a statement, start a conversation or just turn heads. Not your everyday tube sock!
Kitchen Couture’s Timeless Elegance $48.95
A gift for your favorite [...]

An Amazing Holiday Deal!

We just found this amazing deal on handmade jewelry and had to pass it along to you. La Bella Gem by Laura Filipowicz is have a $5.00 Sample SALE!!
Laura uses Swarovski crystals and Semi-Precious stones on most of her designs, which makes $5.00 an AMAZING DEAL.
Click here to shop online. Pick up a few gifts for others…and maybe one or two for yourself, too.
Happy Shopping!

The WINNER of the Mountains of the Moon Giveaway

IS…ADAM JOHNSON of Dime Promotions!!
Congratulations, Adam. What a great holiday gift! Send us an email at andrea.pohlot@littledesignerbook.com with your shipping address and we’ll make sure you receive your new prize.
Still haven’t won? Don’t worry!
There are more great designers coming up. CLICK HERE to enter our brand new giveaway from Gebbie Cloth. But hurry!
This one ends on December 16th at 11:59pm.

Rock Socks!

Talk about a Stocking Stuffer!
Erica is one of the most interesting, self-motivated designers I’ve met in a long time. Her concept for fun, witty socks is so fun and a little bit nuts. We first met Erica at Unique L.A. about a month ago and even thought I’m not much of a sock girl, I couldn’t help but get drawn over to her booth. Even I had to admit…these socks are hot! Sit back and enjoy…ROCK SOCKS!
LDB: So what first got you started in designing socks?
RS: For years I’ve worn shorts and knee socks as my everyday “uniform” the way [...]