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As the passing of a close family friend weighs heavily on our hearts, it just has to be said: F%#^ cancer!

Too many of us have stories of loved ones affected by the disease.  

The end of March will mark two years since my adorable grandmother passed away, just three short weeks after being diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

From Thursday, March 17th - Sunday March 20th use the GAP coupon below at all Gap stores in the U.S and Canada, including Gap, Gap Outlet, Banana Republic, Banana Republic Factory Stores, and Old Navy, to get 30% off your in-store purchases, while 5% of the purchase goes to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. 

Use THIS COUPON and spread the word.  

Nothing bitter about Bittar

If you're looking to make a statement or take an outfit to a new level, great costume jewelry with a little edge is your answer.

The good news is we've searched for you, and are happy to tell you to look no further.

We're loving Alexis Bittar these days. Specifically, we'd like to rock out in his Miss Havisham earrings and stack his Lucite bracelets up to our elbows.

Crystal Encrusted Gunmetal Double Link Earring ($255 on sale for $127.50)

The better news? Tons of New Year's sales around town are stocked with Alexis Bittar pieces at huge markdowns. We just scored a Gunmetal Hinge Bracelet at Intermix at 40% off, and saw a lot of Crystal Encrusted Gunmetal pieces at Nordstrom for great prices.

Pair a few Skinny Tapered bangles ($55 on sale for $35.90) together for a versatile look.

Bittar's balance of feminine and edgy is exactly what we want right now, and with these sale prices, you can't miss!

Photos: alexisbittar.com

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Happy New Year Readers!

It's 1-11-11.  Neat!

As if on command, the universe has gifted us a special new year's present.  Rachel Zoe's new clothing line!!

(Look closely at the pics to enjoy RZ's itty bitty baby bump!)

Find out more by reading the WWD article here (they describe her collection as tailored, chic and Seventies... I die!).  

Photos: wwd.com

Holy heat wave, Batman!

The weather channel says it is currently 112 degrees in our area of Los Angeles.  


1) WTF.


2) We cannot figure out what to wear to stay cool in this ridiculousness.  Where's a nudist colony when you need one?


3) We know it's Über trendy, and we are not getting anything for saying this, but stock up on VitaCoco, dear readers!  It's great for staying hydrated, it travels easily, and it tastes wonderful!

Other suggestions/ideas for staying cool?  Comment below!

Arresting Accessory

Handcuff's as jewelry... and you're not Lindsay Lohan?  Absurd, right?  

Nope.  The amazing RZ has done it again, introducing the world to her newest fashion accessory - these beyond fun Jack Vartanian 18k rose gold handcuff bracelets with diamonds (to be worn on the same wrist).  A mere $4,880.

They might be an unattainable obsession, but they teach us fashion lovers to take risks and seek out unique pieces to accent our looks.

Mad props, RZ, mad props.

Photos: jackvartanian.com

Pallying Around

On our way to a meeting in glorious downtown LA, we stumbled across the amazing Rachel Pally warehouse sale!

Quintessentially LA and oh-so-wearable, Rachel Pally's dresses are effortless, comfortable and flattering.

We scored two of Rachel Pally's Long Shirred Camisole Dress (above) in a soft gray/silvery color and in this fun tribal print (that she calls Putty Geo).

Originally $198, we got these perfect summer-into-fall pieces for only $94!  The staff was adorable and beyond helpful, digging through boxes to help us find sizes!  

The sale continues this Saturday AND Sunday, so hurry over to 2301 East 7th St!

Photos: rachelpally.com

Consider it a favor to me...

Alas, I'll be missing this shoe sale, but you don't have to!!  In fact, as a favor to me, PLEASE don't miss it!  


It's where I scored my favorite flats of all time (Lanvin on MAJOR sale) and my first Oscar de la Renta shoes ever!


Sigh.  I know it will be a fabulous event (get there early!), but feel free to comment and let me know how it goes!

Fashion Bash

Tonight's a great chance to save on designer brands at the Sassy City Chicks Fashion Bash!

Head over to Petersen Automotive Museum between 5:30 - 10pm (a GREAT venue for this kind of thing, by the way!), and pick up designer duds for huge discounts.  


In the past, we've scored Hale Bob dresses, gorgeous necklaces, gifts for friends, and free massages.  It's an LA sale worth perusing.  But get there early, woman in line for a sample sale usually mean business!


Photos: sassycitychicks.com

Midweek Sample Sale!

Attention ladies and gents,

Diesel is having a GI-normous sample sale in WeHo.  Today through Friday, get:

Jackets for $30

Dresses for $20

Swimwear for $15

And according to the flier, a LOT more!

We're predicting some lines, so get there, and get there soon.  

Photos: diesel.com

Shop for a cause

Just in time for Earth Day (April 22nd!), L.A. boutique, Revolve Clothing has a great promotion starting today.  Bring in a pair of old jeans, and receive 20% off your in-store purchase!

Need ideas of what to get in place of you old jeans?  Pick up The Legging by Joe's Jeans - perfect for flowy floral spring and summer tops.

Photo: Revolveclothing.com

Sunday Sample Sale!

For ABNI readers *slightly* north of Los Angeles:


A good friend, who happens to be the designer behind the delicious luxury bathrobe line Daddy's Favorite, is having a sample sale on Sunday, 9am - 2pm!

Where: 532 N. Santa Cruz Blvd.
Los Gatos, California


A percentage of the proceeds will go to the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital School.  


It's a great chance to pick up a treat for yourself, or a gift for a girlfriend!  Don't miss it!


Photos: daddysfavorite.com

Sample Sale!

A stylist friend of ours just sent us info on a big sample sale this weekend, and swears it's worth a visit!

Grai is having a 3-day blowout in downtown LA.  Visit Satine Boutique online to see some Grai pieces (while you're there check out some great Alexander Wang dresses and tanks on sale!).

Clogs...really?!

On the issue of clogs, we are torn.


Whether you are pro or anti clogs, remember not to buy them simply for "trend-followings" sake.  Cause, honey, they're a choice.


Although we love almost anything Chanel touches (watch for a review on their Les Trompe L'œil de Chanel skin art soon!), the jury is out on these bad boys.

If you're still on the fence, don't be afraid to do a variation on a clog that works better for you.  Perhaps these Prada platforms provide some hope at the end of the tunnel...

Photos: bluefly.com, obsessedwithshoes.com

Posh indeed

When Women's Wear Daily reported on Victoria Beckham's Fall 2010 Ready to Wear line from New York fashion week, we literally gasped.  

Her dresses were feminine, timeless, elegant, flattering, and just all around stunning.  

We rarely fall in love with entire collections.  We might love a piece here or a piece there, or 4 or 5 pieces here, or 4 or 5 there...but an entire collection?!  

There were several perfect LBDs, gorgeous royal blues, and our darling metallics in asymmetrical cuts, swinging skirts and nipped waists.

Fast forward to Oscar night parties, and RZ stylista Cameron Diaz was sporting one of VB's straight of the runway sheaths.  Sigh.

We are currently saving up to invest in VB dresses.  Here's to hoping she's not a one-season celebrity designer like so many before her, because we're holding our breath until her next collection...

Photos: wwd.com, whowhatwear.com

Welcome to 2010

Admittedly a tad late to the party... A Bag Named Isabella is now on facebook and twitter!


Friend search us on facebook and follow us on twitter at http://twitter.com/ABNILosAngeles.

Tell your friends, spread the word, share the love - because the future looks bright for ABNI readers (did someone say giveaways...?!).

Handy Daily Candy

Love it for it's celeb following, or in spite of it... just don't miss this sale!

Thursday thru Sunday (10am-7pm) hit up Harmony Lane for their annual clearance sale. 

Some of ABNI's favorites (LaRok, CC Skye accessories) will be 70% off.  


Ahhh, winter clearances!

Where: 189 South Beverly Dr.,  Beverly Hills 90212

Photos: shopharmonylane.com

Come on, Vogue!

Not since the creation of Lucky Magazine has there been such a brilliant, shopper-friendly idea!  

Who really wants to sift through the teeny tiny print in the back of a magazine in a desperate attempt to find out where to buy that gorgeous cashmere sweater on page 54, or that must-have pair of boots in the winter shoe guide, only to find that is says call 1-800-YouCan'tAffordThis for pricing and availability?! 

Well readers, sift no more.  The genius of Vogue and Gilt Groupe have joined forces to bring us Vogue Shop The Issue, where you can buy items straight from the pages of the March issue.

This month - find those military inspired pieces we're so intrigued by - by designers we love (Alexander Wang....hello?)!

Visit vogue.gilt.com to start shopping.

Photos: vogue.gilt.com

Fashion Field Trip

Hi Readers,


We're back from a fashion field trip to Las Vegas for the annual Project and ENK fashion trade shows, where we got sneak peaks at fall 2010 lines, and we're excited about what we saw!!


Los Angeles based line Kova & T has some great pieces coming out next season, as does one of our favorite (but affordably out of reach) lines - Foley + Corinna.  


One trend with some potential staying power is military inspired jackets, like this one from A Common Thread (which also includes a great faux fur stole - combining two trends in one in a very chic way).

Photos: shopbop.com

ABNI Obsession

ABNI's newest obsession is Jeffrey Campbell shoes. They're like jewelry for your feet!

Jeffrey Campbell by ABNI_Rachna featuring Jeffrey Campbell shoes

Items in this set:
Jeffrey Campbell - NASTY GAL - Vintage Clothing, 80s Vintage Clothes,..., $150
Jeffrey Campbell Tick in White Calf at Solestruck.com, $170
Jeffrey Campbell Is Making Me Tick | Vancouver Fashion + Style Blog |..., $165
Jeffrey Campbell 'Rally' Sandal - - Nordstrom, $165
black pixie wedge, $160

Learn more at jeffreycampbellshoes.com.

Metallic Madness

DVF Fall 2010 consists of her standard gorgeous prints, beautiful basics, metallics and dresses galore. It's basically our dream collection!

See the collection here.

Photos: wwd.com (Giovanni Giannoni)