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Saturday, November 7, 2015

Orla Kiely SS16 Resort: Giant Oval Stem in Nude and Mustard

Orla Kiely's Spring/Summer 2016 Resort line is as cute as ever with the addition of the Giant Oval Stem bags and accessories to the Stem collection. Available in the colorways Nude and Mustard, both are absolutely lovely. While mustard yellow is probably one of my favorite shades, there's something about the nude colorway that is so sweet, dainty, and feminine - all things that I love.

The price points for many pieces in this collection have changed as well, with increases ranging from 4% to 11% (the largest percent increases occurred for the Backpack Tote and Pencil Case). Once again, I don't see any major differences that would elicit this change, but it's common for retailers to up there prices from season to season.

I am loving this Giant Oval Stem print, which is a variation on the Multi Oval print. It definitely makes me excited to see what else Orla Kiely has in store for us in the spring. What do you think of the SS16 Resort collection so far? If you haven't seen the entire collection yet, check out the Mainline bags and accessories here and here.

Giant Oval Stem Classic Zip Shoulder Bag

Nude and Mustard

$179

Giant Oval Stem Midi Sling Bag

Nude and Mustard

$179

Giant Oval Stem Zip Messenger

Nude and Mustard

$164

Giant Oval Stem Small Backpack

Nude and Mustard

$149

Giant Oval Stem Backpack Tote

Nude and Mustard

$194

Giant Oval Stem Zip Shopper

Nude and Mustard

$149

Giant Oval Stem Zip Holdall

Nude and Mustard

$210

Giant Oval Stem Travel Pouch

Nude and Mustard

$102

Giant Oval Stem Big Zip Wallet

Nude and Mustard

$87

Giant Oval Stem Pencil Case

Nude and Mustard

$42

Friday, November 6, 2015

Orla Kiely SS16 Resort Accessories

Orla Kiely's Spring/Summer 2016 Resort accessories are now here, which include a couple new styles that can be attached to your handbag (in fact, two bags from the Mainline collection come with these super cute hanging purses). Check out the new additions below!

Leather Round Hanging Purse

Black, Chalk, and Lemon

$75

Confetti Flower Large Zip Pouch in Black

$212

Probably my favorite flat zip wallet ever :)

Confetti Flower Large Zip Pouch in Lemon

$212

Leather Big Zip Wallet

$196

Leather Square Hanging Purse

Chalk & Natural and Croc & Black

$60

Leather Square Pocket Wallet

$169

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Orla Kiely SS16 Resort Mainline Bags

Orla Kiely's Spring/Summer 2016 Resort Mainline bags are now available and I'm in love! This is probably one of my favorite collections yet - the colors and textures are gorgeous and I'm loving all the details.

The price points for these bags, however, have seen a significant jump, with the Scallop Pocket Leather Jeanie Bag with OK Hanging Purses topping the list at over $700 (and of course, this one is my favorite from the collection). Although I know many retailers do this every season, I find the price increase interesting as there doesn't seem to be a change in the materials used. I guess it's also because the price jump just seems so high - if you compare this season's most expensive purse to the one from this collection, you'll see a nearly $200 increase. Now, I know this is not a fair comparison since they are two different styles. Also, the bag from this collection is lined, has leather shoulder straps, and includes two hanging leather purses - so what do you think? Do these added details elicit such an increase in price?

Anyway, just some thoughts I had! The purses ARE gorgeous, but I'll definitely have to save up for a bit before I can finally add one to my collection. I love the Confetti Flower Leather Jeanette Bag, the Scallop Pocket Leather Jeanie Bag with OK Hanging Purses, and the OK Stripe Leather Small Jeanie Bag (don't bother asking me which colorways are my favorite because they are ALL so pretty!)

Confetti Flower Leather Jeanette Bag

Black and Lemon

$615
I love the texture that the flower cutouts create on the front of this purse.

Scallop Pocket Leather Jeanie Bag with OK Hanging Purses

Black, Multi, and Lemon

$724
And here's the bag I was talking about above. It is super gorgeous and sleek, especially in the black colorway. I love the way the hanging purses look against the black background, and I like the option of removing them if I want a simpler, more classic look. The multi colorway is a close second for me.

Scallop Pocket Leather Jeanie Bag

Black, Multi, and Lemon

$591
But if you don't want the hanging purses, you can always choose this version instead. Literally the same bag, but without the attachments. You can purchase the hanging purses separately, but you'll be saving a whopping $2 if you buy the purse above that includes both :)

Scallop Pocket Leather Jeanette Bag with OK Hanging Purses

Black and Croc

$648
These Jeanette bags are a new addition this season, which are simply a smaller version of the Jeanie bags. I actually like the Croc colorway of this bag a bit better than the Jeanie version because the croc texture continues throughout.

Scallop Pocket Leather Jeanette Bag

Black and Croc

$515
And once again, you can purchase the same version but without the hanging purses.

OK Stripe Leather Small Jeanie Bag

Natural & Black and Croc & Lemon

$631
These bags give off a funky 70s vibe to me that I love. Once again, it's difficult for me to choose which colorway I like better, although I think the Natural & Black has a more classic look.

L'Orla OK Mini Box Bag

$334

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Orla Kiely Watches Now In!

Select Orla Kiely watches are now available on the US site, with an even wider selection on the UK/Worldwide site. Prices range from $125 to $235, and you can choose from an array of styles, materials, and colors - it'll be SO difficult to choose a favorite!

One of the main things I love about Orla Kiely is her attention to detail - even the boxes that the watches come in are so beautiful.

What do you think of Orla Kiely's first ever watch collection so far? Have you picked a favorite yet? Stay tuned for an upcoming post on my picks from the collection (once I finally narrow down my favorites!)

Monday, November 2, 2015

20% off Orla Kiely at Amara

Sorry for the late post, but thanks to Lucy, I just found out that Amara is having a one-day sale where you can save 20% off your entire purchase. Just enter code GIFT2015 at checkout before midnight. Down below is what I'm considering :) Happy shopping, everyone!