bags

2021 Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Fact: the average mom these days deserves at least a medal or two.   But…
Chanel Pink
A Guide to Chanel Pinks
In the words of Elle Woods, “Whoever said orange was the new pink was seriously…
The Best Bags for Your Books According to Our Staff
From paperbacks and MacBooks to notebooks, we need something to carry them all in, right?…
Earth-friendly Fashion: The Sustainable Solution
Sustainability: without question, is one of the hottest topics out there — and for good…
image of Chanel Flap Bag FASHIONPHILE
Don’t Be Fooled: Dissecting Fake Chanel
We can take jokes lightly, but never counterfeit bags.   At FASHIONPHILE authentication is a…
close up product image of louis vuitton hardware
Authenticating Louis Vuitton Hardware
This FASHIONPHILE authenticity lesson is all about Louis Vuitton hardware: locks, studs, and zippers.  …
product images of louis vuitton bags side by side FASHIONPHILE
A Guide to Analyzing Louis Vuitton Date Codes
Modern Louis Vuitton items have date codes, not serial numbers.   Date codes identify the…
lifestyle image of model holding blue celine box bag FASHIONPHILE
Spring Cleaning: Upgrade Your Bag Collection
Spring has sprung!   The sense of renewal is already palpable. Naturally, the first tinges…
product image of louis vuitton favorite bag FASHIONPHILE
Replica vs. Fake: Louis Vuitton Trademark Stamps
Here at FASHIONPHILE, we take authenticity very seriously.   Shopping for pre-owned luxury items isn't…
Miuccia Prada’s Herstory
"Every day I'm thinking about change." - Miuccia Prada   Over the years, the stories…