Fall Desires - Satchel Bags

For the third set of Fall Desires, I wanted to showcase some of my quintessential bags for the season. Straying away from my typical color choice of black, I ventured into some fall tones that aligns perfectly with weather's mood. I was particularly allured by the size of the bags - smaller than a tote and bigger than a clutch. This is a great dimension for errands and impromptu events.

1. Top Shop faux leather handbag, $80

2. River Island quilted front satchel, $46.27

3. Burberry 'House Check' tote, $895

4. MICHAEL Michael Kors, 'Hamilton' Saffiano leather satchel, $298

5. Proenza Schouler, calfskin satchel, $1,695

6. 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Mini satchel, $750

(This bag is part of my fall favorites picked out for Saffluence Magazine here!)

What are your season's favorite bag?

Home Improvement - Drawer

Those who have been in my room is well aware of my gloating over the dresser I assembled myself. Might I add - it is still standing and being used for what it was sold for. As a meticulous-being, I take my time to do things and ensure that once I complete it, it won't fall apart. Here is the story of my long lost drawer that was broken and left unfixed for about 3 years, until this past weekend with a superglue.

Step 1: Find all pieces of the broken drawer.

Step 2: Unscrew nails to remove broken plastic things. Locate Superglue!

Step 3: Apply Superglue to both ends of the wood pieces that will be attached to the external drawer piece.

Step 4: Position the drawer so the Superglue stays in place for about 24 hours. (I placed a mug on top to balance the wood forward).

Step 5: 24 hours later, flip the fixed drawer to ensure the pieces are balanced and not loose. 

Step 6: Put the missing drawer back into the cabinet for the completion. 

Do you have any broken things in the house that can be easily fixed?

Pretty Pleasures

Vibrant autumn trees

When I expected fall weather this year, I didn't realize I had to equip myself to bear winter temperatures. The below-average temperatures that the Midwest is currently enduring has become a nuisance - it even began snowing few days ago! The only way I would be content with this baffled weather would be if it snowed just enough to have a White Christmas and ended by early January. After that, I will be quite weary of the brisk temperatures and yearning for the warm air. Here's to a bundled-up weekend!

A little sparkle doesn't hurt anybody

Eyeing this Burberry coat like an owl

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month - Pink <3

Is it too early for Christmas? Nah.

The Splendid Indian Closet

Having Indian roots has its perks - fancy jewelry, embellished clothes, gregarious events, and the list goes on. When two Indian designers - Satya Paul and Joy Mitra - and a Canadian Top Chef host/actress/designer - Lisa Ray - join forces, you will get The Splendid Indian Closet Fashion Tour 2013. This event showcases the coveted couture, luxury fashion, and RTW lines of one of the most established players in the industry. After launching the tour in Chicago on Oct. 25th, the designers will be welcomed in New York as well as Dallas. Whether your intent is to mingle, buy, or entertain, grab a friend and attend this stellar show of Indian designs. Here are my favorite looks from the trio designers.

Joy Mitra

Lisa Ray in Lisa Ray

Satya Paul

Tickets can be purchased here! Hope you can make it out to the show!