Editor's Pick: Physhion Bags

There are three types of bags in a woman’s wardrobe that are notoriously hard to shop for: travel carryon totes, laptop bags and gym bags. Interestingly enough, these accessories share the same conundrums: you want them to be functional but you also want them to be chic. What if I told you there was one bag that could work for all three of these purposes in one and is as gorgeous as it is versatile? Ladies, I give you the functional and fabulous bags of Physhion.

Created by Lisa Tave, the line of well-crafted and stylish bags were designed out of her need to have a stylish but useful gym bag that would take her from workout to street with class and style. The line is designed with four different silhouettes to fit the lifestyles of distinctly different women. The exteriors are covered in coated canvas, trimmed in Italian patent leathers and the interior linings and accessories are 100% waterproof. The features are mind-blowing: interior side shoe sleeves, detachable wet/dry and toiletries pouches, pockets for electronic devices, key chain holder, and a reprogrammable lock for your locker.

I have put my Physhion bag through its paces and it does it all: the size and inside storage make it the ultimate carryon for traveling, the indestructible construction makes it an amazing laptop bag and I cannot express how many compliments I have received at the gym when I carry it. I’ve not tried it as a diaper bag but those of you who have kids can understand a chic and waterproof bag option, yes? At any rate, there’s a Physhion bag to suit your style and it might be the best investment you make all year. Head to Physhion’s website or your local Equinox Fitness facility and get this versatile bag for your own wardrobe.

FSB Morning Juice: Kim Kardashian, Prada, SJP Expecting Twins!

There Must Really Be Sex In The City: We almost spilled our coffee this morning when we read the headlines: Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick expecting twins?!? Even though this is via surrogate, we guess those plot line rumors about Carrie becoming pregnant in the SATC movie sequel might be a little easier to pull off now. (Us Magazine)

Umm, okay: Kim Kardashian was on The View yesterday discussing the fact that an un-Photoshopped image of her in a bikini with cellulite dimples will appear on the cover of Life & Style this week. She said, "You know what, I have cellulite. Who doesn't? Who cares?" Indeed we would like to know who really cares that she has cellulite. Why is she famous again? (Jezebel)

Economy Going To Hell in a Handbag: Prada’s earnings took a 22 percent dive in 2008. We had no idea our restraint in purchasing fabulous footwear was having such an impact on the economy. We’ll see what we can do about that (not). (WWD, sub. req.)

You Know You Want It: David Beckham, not to be outdone by designer wife Victoria “Posh Spice” Beckham, has teamed with owner of the Undefeated boutiques James Bond on a fall-winter men’s collection for Adidas Originals by Originals. Don’t get too excited for a new ad campaign, though: even though David has an endorsement deal with Adidas, he has no plans to be the face of the brand. Maybe if we ask nicely? (WWD)

FSB Quote of the Day: "A love of fashion makes the economy go round." - Liz Tilberis

FSB Morning Juice: Los Angeles retailers, Cannes Film Festival and Fashion Week Daily

Down and Out In Beverly Hills: With Lambertson Truex, Mulberry and even French Connection shuttering stores in Los Angeles, retailers like Lisa Kline and legendary hair salons like Frederick Fekkai are looking to consolidate storefronts and buckle down for the recession. The days of celebutantes and the paparazzi who loved to film them dropping record-breaking amounts of cash on their black cards are definitely over. (WWD)

No We "Cannes" Not: The legendary display of wealth and decadence that we know and love as the Cannes Film Festival will be considerably less so this year with major sponsors pulling out due to the economy. Vanity Fair has canceled its annual celebrated party, Fendi and Swarovski are backing out of VIP nightclub Jimmy'z and the AmFar lavish AIDS charity fundraiser will be missing Louis Vuitton this year. Somewhere Robin Leach is weeping in his caviar. (Luxist)

Fashion Week Weekly? IMG’s publication, Fashion Week Daily, is now a weekly publication. In addition to our favorite Fashion Week daily seat reading and a website, they will now publish a weekly paper newsletter documenting the last week in style news. With larger newspapers dying on the vine and magazines holding on for dear life, is this unbridled optimism or do they know something we don’t? (Fashionista)

FSB Quote of the Day:"How do I do it? I don't know how I wouldn't do it - that's the thing."
Isaac Mizrahi

FSB Morning Juice: Nina Ricci, Consumers Are Shopping, Rachel Bilson and Matthew Williamson for H&M

Style Diary: Rachel Bilson is busy. In addition to premiering her first fashion collection, Edie Rose for DKNY Jeans, she’s now scheduled to pen a column for InStyle, answering reader’s style questions and sharing her must-have picks. We’re fans of Bilson’s eclectic style and can’t wait to read her first column. (PeopleStyleWatch)

And The Winner Is: It’s official! Puig finally announced that Peter Copping, formerly of Louis Vuitton, has taken the helm at Nina Ricci. Even though the line isn’t supposed to debut a runway collection unti 2010, it appears his first designs will be seen in June and in stores by December. Reese Witherspoon can finally relax. (Fashion Week Daily)

More Good News! JC Penney’s and Louis Vuitton are both sensing an uptick in consumer buying trends. It appears shoppers heart Charlotte Ronson’s diffusion line and Speedy bags. (WWD, sub. req)

Twitter News: Those of you on Twitter should follow NYMag’s The Cut, live blogging/tweeting from the debut of the Matthew Williamson for H&M. We’re out of town or we would be right there with them. (The Cut via Twitter)

FSB Quote of the Day: “You can always tell what kind of a person a man really thinks you are by the earrings he gives you.” – Audrey Hepburn

Your Invitation to Meet Carlos Falchi at Bergdorf Goodman

We're running out the door to a shoe event but we wanted to quickly tell you about a little meet and greet opportunity. If you're in NYC this Thursday from 1-4, stop by Bergdorf Goodman and meet amazing handbag designer Carlos Falchi. You might have a chance to have your bag signed by the designer!

Fabulous Home Fragrance: Antica Farmacista

I recently sent a package to a friend of mine who said that she couldn’t stop smelling the items I shipped to her because they smelled so nice. “Your house smells amazing. I can tell.”

My secret is really simple: I’m a home fragrance snob. I’m obsessed with things smelling nice from hand soaps to candles all the way down to dryer sheets. The scent my friend was referring to revealed my recent obsession with Antica Farmacista fragrances, particularly their Champagne Candle ($38), a gorgeous soy and paraffin candle with a scent that evokes a mixture of magnolia blossoms and a glass of champagne. It’s my bedroom staple.



Another favorite from the line is their Lavata di Corpo Hand Wash in Acqua ($23). A clean and elegant unisex scent, the hand wash contains silk amino acids, chamomile, honey and sweet almond oil which actually softens and moisturizes your hands in addition to leaving them smelling clean and fresh. Plus the packaging looks like classic old-world glass. Who can resist that upgrade from your basic hand soap?

Antica Farmacista can be purchased through Henri Bendel, Bergdorf Goodman and other luxury boutiques around the country. You can also head to the website but whatever you do, explore their world of fragrances. The power of scent has definitely been proven to improve the quality of your attitude. I know my home is a much more pleasant place because of them.

Get Patent Leather Pretty With oh DEER! Shoes

Our love for shoes knows no boundaries so when we come across a shoe line that does edgy, adorable AND comfortable, we tell you about it immediately. We have found that line in oh DEER!

The recent interest in all things neon and punk has us sort of nostalgic for all things cute and 80’s (notice we did not say all things 80’s.) oh DEER! has some adorable patent leather retro options that will add a great pop of color to your spring wardrobe. The Jester ($175) is an adorable wedge option in of-the-moment purple that we adore and we can’t wait to pair these Murray wedges ($225) with a sweet dress or cropped distressed jeans.

Whatever the case, we might just be hooked on another shoe line..oh DEER!