All Things Kate: On The Hunt

With the change of seasons, of course comes a slew of new trends to check out and try out! I love it when trends are also functional which is why I am on the hunt for the perfect cross body bag!

I love this style because it allows you to keep your hands free, but still keep a pulled together look. Below are some of my favorites that have come through the store. But I'm still waiting for my perfect bag to show up!

This is the "Nirvana" from the Matt by Matt & Nat collection. I love the two different options of wearing it on your shoulder, or as a cross body bag. Photo from mattandnat.com.

This is "Daisy" from Big Buddha. This bag packs a few trends into one, but it's not overwhelming at all. The ruffles give it a fun girly feel and the chain strap adds a little bit of edge. I love this bag. Two of the girls on the staff even carry it! Photo from bigbuddha.com.

The "Sintra" from Matt by Matt & Nat is super cute! It is a little small for me to use as an every day bag, but it would be great to take out at night or for a day when I don't need every last thing in my handbag. Plus I love this beige color and think it would look great with everything!

Photo from mattandnat.com.

What trends are you loving this season? Do you have your eye on a perfect handbag or other accessory that you just can't live without?

All Things Kate: Still alive...

And we are definitely still kickin'!

The last 2 months seem to have gotten away from us quickly, but we are here and totally ready for the Fall season! We are saying goodbye to flip flops, tank tops, shorts & bright colors and Hello to boots, sweaters, jeans and the gorgeous colors for Fall!

Fall is definitely my favorite time of year with so many things to look forward to. Cool weather, football Saturdays, hot coffee, anything pumpkin and of course a new Fall handbag!

Things are also exciting here around Material Girl! Next Thursday, the 23rd, is the Material Girl Fall Premiere Event! It is the first day of Fall and we are unveiling tons of new handbags and accessories for the Fall! Vera Bradley's Winter 2010 Collection is making its first appearance as well as Matt by Matt & Nat, Harvey's Original Seatbelt Bags, Jessica Simpson Collection, The Sak, Hobo International and more! Stay tuned...we will be writing more about those soon!

Also coming up soon will be Fall trends, holiday gift buying, new product lines, special events and more! Thanks for sticking with us....I promise it won't be 2 months before you hear from us again!

I can't wait until the leaves look like this! (photo from google)