Thursday, July 1, 2010

Thrifty & Chic: Bow Purse + Giveaway – CLOSED

One of my blogging friends, Jenni, always has rad giveaways. She works for Tai Pan Trading, a Utah-based wholesale home decor store (which has the awesomest stuff, btw) so she frequently features new items in stock & gives them away. Two weeks ago I won one of her giveaways & scored this incredibly sweet bow bag:

My old purse was starting to look really ratty when I won this purse; the timing couldn’t have been better.

I love how small this purse is while still fitting everything I need: wallet, keys, phone, business cards, pens, usb drive & poopy clutch. I also love that it has two detachable handles, a drop handle & a messenger bag-style handle. The messenger bag handle is perfect while riding my bike & wrangling Penelope. This purse normally retails for about $29.99. Not bad, right? I’m used to spending about $30 (give or take) for a purse. What about you?

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Well, I told Jenni about my excitement over my purse & thought maybe you guys would get excited about a bow bag, too. Am I right? Would you like to win a totally adorable, bag? I thought you might. Here’s what I picked out for one of you lovely IS•LY readers to win. Isn’t this watermelon bow bag just gorgeous?

I love all of the details on this purse: the watermelon color (perfect this season!), the bow, the metal zippers, the pleat detailing in front, the gorgeous peacock feather print lining and the extra detachable long handle for a long weekend! Seriously, I love this bag & I think you will, too. If you’re a guy I’m sure you have a wife, woman-friend, mother, sister or cousin that would love you forever if you won it for her.

Here’s how to enter:

Visit Jenni’s blog, follow her blog if you’d like to stay up to date on her giveaways & sweet finds (you know you do!)
Leave a comment on this post telling me why you’d like this purse
One (1) comment per person only
Comment by 11:59pm (MST) Thursday, July 8, 2010
No purchase necessary
US residents only
One (1) winner will be chosen via random.org & announced Friday, July 9, 2010

If you don’t like your chances, Head over to your local Tai Pan Trading to drool over and buy their many wonderful purses. If you’re not near one (sucks to be you), you might want to try these alternates online:

Bow Bags

Watermelon Bags

Let me know if you find any other bags on the internets that are worth adding to the list!

Posted in giveaways & reviews, thrifty & chic Tags: bows, cheap, chic, fashion, purse

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Nic

Oh my word, that purse is ridiculously cute. I love it!

Heather

What a cute purse! I don’t have one in that color, and now I need one!

Maddie

I adore this purse! I’d love to win it b/c I’m never bold enough to buy brightly colored purses, but I know I’d use it if I had one…all the time! Ahhh that bow is fantastic.

lilian

i absolutely love the purse! because it has a BOW… and because the color is just too yummy to pass up!!

i love love your purse too!!!

thanks for the chance to win.

Kelly

ooh, this is the perfect summer bag – what a fab color! i need it so i can inject a pop of color into my mainly black and white wardrobe.

xo
Kelly

Carlee Barnes

i love the color and the lining and the bow…my goodness…how cute!

amy

this purse rocks! i’m in need of something other than black….and i’m swooning over the peacock feathers!

Lindsay

This is the perfect new purse for the summer! I have been searching for one with no luck. *fingers crossed*

Meghan

Oh my cuteness!! Sweet upon sweet, I love it!! I am daydreaming about putting a skein or two of yarn in it and having the sweetest knitting tote around!!!

Erin

I like both purses! I would love to have the purse because it’s classy and bright without being too in-your-face. Cute!

Kendall

This purse is adorable and that is why I would like it!

Annie Webb

I would love to win this! I haven’t bought a new bag in years. The one I’ve been using is actually a gas mask bag (army surplus.) I could use something a bit more girly. :)

Dawn

oh i love this bag. i had a magenta purse, but it’s starting to bite the dust. I’ve never had a red one before.
count me in.

Becca

I am in love with it!!!! I desperately need a new purse and this is perfect!!!

-becca

Jeanee

Awh I like that white purse. But I’d get it dirty. So that red purse is da bomb! I love the lining. I don’t have a red purse ^.^

Caitlin

I love it! The color is just perfect!

Stephanie

The color is great and perfect to welcome in summer!

alexis

i love that bag because it reminds me of a vintage bowling ball bag, and i just finished competing in my first bowling league :)
it’s super cute!

Anne

What’s not to love? The color is gorgeous, the bow is whimsical and the feather lining is fabulous.

Diana Smith

That purse is soo adorable. I started following Jenni even before it was a requirement for the giveaway (score)! Please enter me in your giveaway. The inside is almost as cute as the outside. I haven’t really seen a color like that before. Perfect for Summer. Awesome giveaway!

Kayla

My wardrobe is a rather sad, colorless place. It needs this purse!

Bekah

Love the purse! What a fun color and design! I’d love to tote that lovely bag around!

Whitney Weir

I LOVE this purse! It is the perfect color for summer! And I love the bow!

Rachel

oh man, I really like this purse, especially the color!! I’ve had the same old purse for forever now…a new one would be great!

via_ostiense

Is that oblong with the mushrooms printed on it in your second photo a business card holder? It’s adorable!

I’d like the bow purse because I like bright colors and bold shapes, and my current purse is a black rectangle–functional and work-appropriate, but something snazzier for the weekend or evenings would be more fun!

Alison

LOVE this purse! everything about it is great…but the peacock lining sends it over the top! bow, red, perfect size…great!

Jessi

I seriously NEED this purse. Mine came from Goodwill about four years ago. And while it’s totally functional it’s not exactly cute. And red is my favorite color.

rachel crisman

My baby is just getting old enough that I don’t have to have a diaper bag all the time.I can start carrying a purse again and boy,I would like to carry this one.

Kirsten

Ooh-lala! I would love this sweet bag!
I have only owned one other purse in my lifetime because it took me that long to find a “grown up ladies” purse that I liked. It’s called Yellow Bag. But I would so welcome this Bow Bag into the fold. I’m a sucker for bows, and always looking for a good (non yellow) bag to use when I’m not sporting the one and only… Diaper Bag:)

Amanda

It’s so so beautiful…love the bow detail (girly without being overdone).

I would love to win that purse since my favorite leather bag just fell apart for the third time! The Bow purse is simply awesome!

Katie

I would love to win this purse because all of my bags are boring (but classic) black. I’d love a little pink in my accessory life!

Shauna

I was going to comment anyways, because I need to know– “poopy” clutch, or “poppy” clutch?? BEST. TYPO. EVER. (The purse is cute too, pick me, pick me!)

Chocolate on my Cranium

The color is scrumdiddly-umptious!!! And it gets the A-OK from my daughters.

Candice Bee

LOVE this bag! Its super cute and the color is gorgeous! Thank you for the heads up on her blog. im following it now so be on the up and up. Hope i win so i can replace my frumpy old grey bag ive been lugging around for the past year!

Lisa

This bag would surely brighten up the black & white demeaner of my office space and black slacks!

Melissa

I’d love to win this purse because I’m a peacock feather fanatic, so it is right up my alley! omydarlingblog(at)gmail(dot)com

Rachel

I love that! How cute. I really need a new bag for going back to college this fall…I’m afraid of being the old lady in all the classes! This bag just says stylish!

Jennae @ Green Your Decor

This purse is fabulous! I’d like to win it because I’ve been trying to “girl up” my wardrobe, but I don’t know about dressing in pink. A fab pink purse would be the great way to inject some femininity without going too far :)

Heather

I would love this purse because I really need some color in my wardrobe!

Amanda

I just found your blog, it is so cute! and that purse it is too cute, bows are my favorite!

Lauren

I LOVE the color of this bag. I love that it would stand out and go with anything I had on!

Angie

Oh! What a CUTE purse in a PRETTY color!

Anna Hill

Ummm, I NEED this purse. It is sooo cute! Plus, I needed a cute red purse for my stuff….. Thanks for the giveaway!

Libby

I would love this purse because with a 2 month old baby my “purse” right now is my diaper bag. Kinda cramps my style when I head out sans bebe!

Jillian

This bag is fabulous; adorable and just what my tired wardrobe needs this summer! I am a new mom and in need of a pick-me-up, this purse could do just that!
Love your blog, thank you for sharing! You are an inspiration.

Megan

Oh that bag is fan-freaking-tastic. I’d love this purse as it would be one of my first forays into actually carrying something stylish instead of a boring black bag!!

Sharon

I cannot find a purse I like in my price range, but I really like this one!! Love IT!

kelly o

This purse would be perfect to take to my cousin’s wedding!

tiffany

that purse is totally me! red is so my color and like you said… bows, big bows, are totally in these days! i love that bag. me me me!

Amy

Do you ever need a reason for wanting a purse?! I just want it!

hilary

i’ve never had a pink purse and pink is my favorite color! something is wrong here…

Margie Visnick

That purse is sooooo beautiful! I love purses! The watermelon color and peacock lining are yummmy!!

Leah E.

Love love love! Pick me please.

Trisha

This is one of my favorite colors lately–I’ve recently been sporting a white-with-giant-watermelon-polkadots linen sundress pretty much everywhere I go, so this would be the perfect tagalong!

Emily

Because you can never have too many purses! And it’s the perfect cheerful color for summertime.

Julia

My purse is an old Tommy Hilfiger rip off my parents got in NYC about 8 years ago. I need a new purse in a bad way! And watermelon happens to be one of my favorite colors to wear! Pick me!

jourdan

ohmygoodness. I haven’t bought a purse for years (if ever!) but this is something I’d splurge on. To win it? Oh my.

I LOVE that color and the bow is too much for words.

Caitlin

i love the color, lining, and shape! it’s my birthday mañana and this would be such a lovely lovely present!

Meghan

I am pretty sure my life would be perfect if I had this purse to carry everyday! Really, I am not being dramatic! :0)

Helen

I love it! It’s definitely time for a purse upgrade for me, so I’d love to win!

joy

I’d like to just buy a purse just like that since I never ever win giveaways. I tried to follow the link to Tai Pan but I didn’t see anything for sale on that website. Is there a way to purchase the purse (or others in this style) online?

katie

adorable! would love to have a new summer bag!

jen

I’M IN LOVE! Most of my wardrobe is neutral so that I can pair practically anything together… I need accessories like this to punch it up ten notches!

Amy

A reason? Because it is possibly the happiest bag ever! Just looking at it would make me giggle.

amanda ann

ok first off, LOVE the color, love the BOW, love the peacock feather lining, I am totally obsessed with peacock feathers, I have this headband I wear and one of my friends from church asked me how many peacocks died in order to make my headband, haha. Yeah love the purse and I love that it isn’t canvas, all of my purses are canvas and I’ve been looking for a new nice looking purse because I want to start dressing my age a little bit (21) that’s about it… :)

Tara @ Froogaloo

It’s unique and cute!

Lisa Boshell

i really love purses. and this looks like a good one that could double as a diaper bag, too!

jenni kaufusi

wow! so many comments in such a short period of time, i love it.

Mallory Robinson

This purse is absolutely darling!!! I have been looking for a cute and fresh new bag!!! This purse would be PERFECT!!!

Sheryl

Because it’s making me swoon… it’s so deluxe. *sigh*

djs

soooooo cute!

Jenn

LOVE IT! NEED IT!

I have held strong to my new years resolution to not buy another purse all year. I think I deserve a reward for passing the 6 month mark.

PLUS, I don’t have a watermelon colored bag :)

Did I mention my birthday is in 20 days??

Alicia

This bag is SMASHING! I would love this purse because I’ve been carrying the same yellow bag for 2 years – the horror! :D

jina

I don’t like watermelon… but I love this bag!

jackie

i would love this purse because i am in desperate need of a purse and the is just about the cutest one i have ever seen! thanks for the fab giveaway.

Jan

*love* it!

I would love this purse because I made a really, really cute red purse but I gave it to my mom for Mother’s Day. So, that leaves me cute purse-less, hahaha.

Thanks!

Desha

Because my friends make fun of me for carrying around the same purse every. single. day. Plus I just graduated college and am trying to beef up my big girl wardrobe…which doesn’t include my current selection of 5 year old purses:) Plus it’s beautiful!!

Tara (birthday girl, almost)

This purse is SO cute. I’ve never seen one like it, ever, so I must have it.
How about if I told you it was my birthday? Would that work? Well, it will be in only 6 days, July 6th, therefore I really hope I win this purse. It would make my 30th, gulp, wait, 32nd birthday the best!

Stacy

Love the color and LOVE bows so this is a perfect purse!!

Tara

I LOVE the watermelon color. And all things with bows are cute. (Almost)

Rena

Perfect size, great colors and classic style! Likey, Likey!

jduck84

That’s such a bright, cheery color, a cute bow detail, and I love the lining too. It would be a quick and easy way to complete an outfit and add a splash of color.

Candace G.

I want this purse because I NEVER buy a thing for myself and winning such an adorable purse would sure make up for all the clothes racks I pass by!!

Tamara

I LOVE Tai Pan, but sadly moved out of state a few years ago. I think I’m still having withdrawals. I spent all spring looking for the perfect yellow purse and never found it. Maybe this sweet watermelon one will make it to my house :)

emily

Love it! Now that I only need to carry a couple diapers (instead of a whole diaper bag) this would be perfect for me!

Miriam

So, the bag is great. I’d love to sport it.
Man, I love your blog. You’re so prolific! I just read your featured on the web section, and after reading a little bit about the design sponge crib fiasco, I like you even better. I had a toy chest featured on design sponge before and afters last year, and I’m pretty sure there were a couple people trying to hunt me down so they could send social services my way. Oh. Brother.

belllesme

Thanks for the new blogger I can now follow =)
I actually looove the white/creme one… because I need a white purse, but I don’t have that red-orange color either, and I have been looking for a kind of big purse. I love the bows though! and I think if I win I will have to walk around with it open so everyone can see the inside detailing =D
Thanks sooo much!
Bellesme

Jesika

This bag is adorable! the bag i have been carrying around is black…so not a summer color! Watermelon pink would be so much better! :)

Callie

Its such a fun color and a great size!

leni

i’m totally obsessed with bows and the color pink. this purse it TOTALLY me!

hailey

i know that i need a purse when it sings to me. this one is belting out one loud, beautiful “you need me” tune :)

Whitney

Wow. It’s a stunning purse! I want the purse because my wardrobe tends to be in a more neutral palate and I love accessorizing with a pop of color! It’s playful, feminine, yet sophisticated and stylish!

Marta

Umm it’s perfect, that’s why!!!

Tahra

I would really love to win this purse, the bow is the icing on the cupcake! Is there a link to where I could purchase it in the event I don’t win the lottery? I tried finding it via the links to her blog but I have no idea where to look.

Lindsay

the best part – the secret peacock feathers on the inside. would love to tote this around. thanks!
love, lindsay

Angie

Because it’s adorable!

Vera (Thibodeau)

It’s just gorgeous! It would be so fun to have!

Catherine T

All of my purses are very wintery. I could use something summer and fresh-looking!

ellie

Ach! I am so into bright colors this season and this purse would be awesome. Me please!

Monica Davis

me me me
I ALAWYS need and love new purses!

Cara

oooo, that is a beauty. My purse is starting to fall apart so I could really use a new one!

Katie

Watermelon is my FAVORITE color ever in the summer and I’m in desperate need of a cute summer purse! Love the bow detail!

Jenny

So cute! I could really use a new purse; my husband hates my zebra print one!

Trudy

I’d like this purse because I love bright colors!

Natalie

THIS BAG IS BEAUTIFUL. I need this bag desperately. The bag I use every day is black and plain and shabby. I need a little color in my life!! :) Thanks for the giveaway!!!

Megan Taylor

Uh, my mouth literally dropped open when I saw it! I salivated. Literally

Lara

Oh my – this purse is fantastic! The color is so vibrant and that bow is to die for!!

Diane

What a wonderful purse…I love the bow. Would make a great summer purse!

crystal

sdofisdf the bag is gorgeouss. I love it because I pretty much love everything and anything that has a bow on it hehe :)

thanks for the giveaway!!!

Diana

Love the bag! Pick me!

Hana K.

I’d like this purse because the watermelon color is my obsession this summer and the bow only makes it that much more desirable! I want to carry it around everywhere~

amanda

I love it! It’s just perfect for the summer and for me!!! I was never a ‘bow’ girl but I have come around recently and this would be excellent forage into unfamiliar (and stunning) fashion territory :)

OMG what an adorable purse, I am in love with that color & the bow!!

Tori

So cute! i desperately need a cute summer bag – especially one with a bow :)

Linda

I have the perfect summer dress to go with that purse. Way too cute.

Quinne

I would like this purse because it’s so cute and my wardrobe could definitely use an update!

anna

I am in love with the lining on this bag! so so pretty!

sonya

the contrast. outstanding neon eye-catcher on the outside. the inside makes me think of dandelion down. stunning.

Roxanne

I would love to have this.. the last purse I got was $5 from goodwill 4 years ago! it has been through a lot and looks worse for wear!

Liza

That is such a fun, summery, bright way to jazz up my favorite black jersey sundress. I’d love to have it!

Thanks for the chance to win!

–Liza

ejm6x (at) yahoo (dot) com

Naomi

That color reminds me of the lipstick my grandmother wore when I was little. When I see it, I can smell the waxy perfumey scent and it makes me happy.

Jaime

I need some spice in my wardrobe and this looks like just the ticket :)

Linda

I love the color and the bow makes it super chick

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becks

that is BEAUTIFUL! i normally don’t really like carrying purses, but if i had a cute one like that i would definitely bring it everywhere!

Vernell

I love collecting new purses and this color and style just scream summer. If I win i will have to plan my dress for a wedding I have to go to in August around this bag :)

Chelsea A

I just bought a purse yesterday but it’s not NEARLY as cute as this one. I think I might need to take it back and pick myself up one of these (unless I can win this one!)!

tiffany otto

okay i’m following jenni and i would love this purse because it is the CUTEST purse i’ve ever seen…it would look good with just about anything!!

Heather HS

I love the bow! Yay!

kate

There is nothing better than a new summer bag that not only looks cute, has a big bow, but it fits all of your goodies without looking like a suitcase!

Cassie

I love this because it’s roomy and fashionable!

13cls13 at gmail.com

Kathy

Sooo Cute!

Kristin

I would love this purse because it’s absolutely gorgeous and my purse just broke, so I’m in the market for a new purse

Michelle Cornelius

I am a bit lost when it comes to fashion, and this purse seems to be the one item that would actually make me look put together… That and well, it’s adorable!

tjaša

i’ve seen plenty of bags, but not one of them wasn’t as creative as this one. the color is so refreshing, perfect for this time of the year, summer. the bag isn’t too big and isn’t too small, perfect size. and the knot makes everything more beautiful and is of course the first thing you notice about this bag. you can’t actually tell if it’s high fashion or street fashion but either way, you can wear it to any occasion. to describe it in one word, beautiful.

rebecca

i had a really awesome yellow bag with a big bow on it. i used it so much, that it is completely falling apart! maybe this bag is just what i need to give the other one up!
rwvanvoorhis at gmail dot com

Christine

What a cute purse! I would love a bright colored purse like that.

Suzanna

I NEED a new purse. I am in a purse funk. Torn between functional diaper bag, and the need to feel CUTE when carrying said diapers… sigh…

Jamie

I LOVE the bow. Such a cute idea. Girly and fashionable. It being a pink/watermelon color is also a plus!

christina c

Its the cutest thing ever! My bag also needs replacing and is more of a winter look anyway. Thanks for the chance!

Betsy

Because watermelon is one of my all time favorite colors,I happen to have a thing for bows at that moment, and it indeed sucks to be me as there is no Tai Pan Trading by me.;)

Casey

i’ve been shopping for a new purse lately and this one is by far the most adorable one i’ve seen! :)

Lisa Macomber

jenni’s newest follower!

I am such a bag person and this color is bomb. Pick me!

Lacretia

You had me sold at peacock feather lining – this would be so refreshing (I’m usually a boring black leather bag kind of girl) – Thanks for hosting this giveaway!

danielle

I love it! And now I’m following your friend as well :) I hope I win. I never do, but I sure hope.

sandy

I’d like the purse because I need a cute, colorful, summer purse!

Sandy
[email protected]

Amy

I love the color and the bow! Super cute!

Kirsten

such an awesome purse- i totally need an update.

Melissa

How cute! I love purses and I love Tai Pan. Wish I lived closer…

Qwendy

Wow! This bow is absolutely the kick my summer wardrobe needs. Love this!

Ashleigh S

I would like this purse because it is beautiful and would make a great looking summer accessory to my wardrobe! I love wearing different purses and this one is gorgeous and unique! My fav!!! Thanks for the chance to win!!

slimsgirl22 at gmail dot com

Liz, Love.

I would love to win this bag because it is fun and bright and perfect for summer.

[email protected]

Julie

I don’t have anything this bright or fun!

Jennifer

I would love this purse because I am a college student on a very tight budget and I don’t get to indulge in fun things like cute purses often! I love this purse! So cute and perfect for spring/summer!

michelle Frame

I would love to win this purse because I am a cancer fighter and would love to have a cool purse to draw attention away from my bald head!

Well, since right now I am using a bag that is par with a grocery bag for my diaper bag/purse… I would love to win this!!!

Candace

Oh my goodness. I love this purse! Such a great color & that bow is awesome! :)

Monique

That’s just the pop of color I need, plus my current purse is falling apart :-(.

* TONYA *

Why yes, I would absolutely adore that beautiful bag. I’ve been on the hunt for something adorable for a while now and now it’s crunch time before BlogHer to find one for fear of having to bring my old falling apart tote with me.

hanna

I love the inside of the purse! it seems like it would be really good for school.

Heidi Kratzke

I love this purse because it’s funky, but practical enough to be used a daily basis. I wouldn’t have any reservations about using it at work… but it still has the fashionable fun weekend vibe to it.

annie

i can always use a little more pink in my life!

amy

I love the color!! And the shape! So cute!!

Angela

Omg, that bag is uber cute! The color is bright and perfect for summer! :D

Kelly

This is super cute! I need a new bag that’s not a diaper bag!

jen

who wouldn’t want this purse?! i’m so making that poopy clutch. seriously, I’ve already planned a trip to tandy’s next week, yay.

Meg T

This would bring some serious fun to the summer sun. Thanks!

Heather M

OH, what I lovely color to add to my summer wardrobe! :)

Robyn

I love this bow bag and it is in my signature color. Love it! Jenni’s blog is cute too. I am excited to start getting her feed.

Amanda

I LOVE this bag – it’s adorable. I haven’t had a new purse in a long time. I miss the fresh excitement of one! Thanks for the chance!

very married

ms(dot)verymarried(at)gmail(dot)com

i totally need a new purse. i just bought one but it turned out to be really inconvenient but now i can’t convince my husband to get a new one!

I love bows in general and the color is so cute!

Nancy

This purse will bring me into adulthood. I’ve been carrying around a ratty woven thing I got in high school and I need a real BAG!

Jillian

Cute without being cutsie. Love it. Want to make it mine.

Tara W

Wow. One. Adorable. Two. The pop of color is fab-u-lous. Three. I just need a new bag.

Gina

Halfway through my summer internship (unpaid, one year left of school – trying to jump the gun a little) in Washington, D.C. and I am STILL trying to find a bag that is very me and still chic enough to make me look like I fit in in this place! This would replace my old navy purse & surely make my coworkers rush out and by one :-)

Liz

I love this bag! I am in desperate need of a new purse and this would fit the bill perfectly!

Lora

Oh Melissa, I love your new bag, and I love this giveaway bag! Reasons to love the giveaway bag (I think all of these apply to your bag as well): big but not huge, feminine but not prissy, cheery but not saccarine, eye-catching but not gaudy! Perfty.

Christine

I love your blog and I love those bags! I would love to win the giveaway bag because it is a perfect splash of color in my otherwise bland scrubs and lab coat filled summer wardrobe, haha.

Clearly Composed

I love that sweet little bag. I currently only have neutral colored bags and this gem could be such a nice addition to my wardrobe and good for the spirit too. :)

Nicole Brenna

I love that purse!!! I have a brown purse with a bow right now but it isnt ver summery and would like a new one… this would be perfect… I hope I win

becky

love the detail in this purse! would look really great with a white outfit!
boon1211 at gmail dot com

ShootingStarsMag

I follow her blog and I would love this purse b/c it’s cute and flirty. very fun. it could be used for a lot of different things.

Amy P.

Oh, I would absolutely LOVE that purse! Hmm, “how do I love thee, let me count the ways”… ;)
1) Pink is one of the colors that looks great on/next to me (or so I’ve been told ;)
2)My purse is getting kind of “ratty”, too, and besides it is time I get a summery purse.
3)I love the peacock-feather pattern inside!
4)I love the big bow- so cute and feminine!
5)Well, I want to win this because I LOVE it!
:)

[email protected]

Emily

I would LOVE to win this purse because it’s girly, sweet, and vintage-looking…oh, and I’m a sucker for anything with a bow on it!!

I’m a follower of yours and Jenni’s blogs!

Thanks for the chane to win :)

Vittoria

I follow her blog! I’d love this purse because I’ve always said that I’d love a red purse…I’ve just never worked up the courage to buy one!

thanks!

[email protected]

Marley

So cute! Coral is my favorite color, and I love the feminine details! Great replacement for my everyday brown leather tote.

Kristin

What an adorable purse! I would love this purse because out of all the purses I have, I do not have a single leather one and this one is to die for!

Wendymoon

Oh, swoon! I love everything about this bag: the wonderful color, the cute bow, and I’m a real sucker for a bag with a great lining! Want it!

Carrie Hellewell

You have no idea how much I need this. I really do. I’m not just saying it. I need an adult bag that is NOT a diaper bag. I sassy bag for my sassy self. Please pick me random chooser.

Katherine Hysmith

I’m about to leave for England to do some Thesis research on Jane Austen. I think she would totally approve of such a fabulous accessory.

Sarah M

I follow Jenni’s blog. I want this purse because it is unbelievably adorable!

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erin

The color and style of this purse is gorgeous, i would be so happy to win it!
erin:)

Lauren

This would be perfect for weekend trips to my bf’s house!

Kimberley

Soooo Adorable! I am such a purse & bows fanatic…. I’d wear this purse everywhere! I love the feather detail inside!

MariaLile

Being an Artist, i Love color! Being a girly girl… i obsess over it! I find simple pleasure in being able to wear a bag at my arm (by handles) rather than at the shoulder (by strap). It gives an outfit a sort of feminine, classy feel and i Believe this bag can seriously accomplish that task!

Rachel

I’ve gotta say, It’s the color that’s won me over one this one…oh and the adorable lining fabric!

abby

OH MY I love that bag. The bow is too fun! I desperately need a new bag but had not come across one that I was in love with yet.

Jenny C

This bag is so great for summer – I love it!

kelsie rae

lately i love love love bows! i would love to strut this purse around town!

bruns

oh yes please!!!! the color and the lining and the bow are all to die for! also, i just recently found your blog and i am absolutely obsessed with your redesigns of thrifty finds. so inspiring!!!

Katie Sutton

Oh! I love this bag. Bows on bags are just so wonderful! I would loveee this bag so much.

claudia bravo!

A new bag would be awesome. My purse was stolen a few weeks ago (yeah- it really was sucky) and I still have not gotten a new one. I’ll keep my fingers crossed.

Miji

Wow. This bag is so beautiful. I love the big bow and color so much.

Jenni Smith

What a great color!

Jen

Wow, the inner fabric is gorgeous! I’d love to switch over to this purse for the rest of the summer.

Tamara

Oh god, I am in love with this bag!!! (I know the comp says US residents only…but I would totally pay the postage/customs etc etc to Australia if you randomly select me) :)

kimberly

I would love to win because I have the PERFECT shoes to match :)

Rachel C

this purse is the cutest! perfect for summer – i’d love to carry it!!

Thao

OMG! This is soooo adorable. Perfect summer color! I’d love to go around town with this on my arm. =)

Jess (Nurse Jess the Blog)

Because, just like you said, it’s adorable!! And what a great color!

anya

oh i love bows, this bag is too lovely!

Jen

I LOVE bows right now!! This bag is awesome. Adore the lining fabric too!

Sena

Oh, this purse is just too cute! I would love to gift this to my best friend because she’s really into bows!! Thanks!

Amanda

Love the inside of this purse – opening it would make me smile, instead of the usual frown of spending all my money!

Courtney D

This bad is gorgeous. I love the color and all the details. It’s cute and perfect!

thatgiftidea

I think this bag is lovely, I know my partner would love this too

Katherine

I NEED this bag because of the color… PERFECT summer color!

Abbey

I love the color of this bag! The purse is a nice size too! :)

Cristin

I would love to rock this awesome purse. The color is perfect for summer and to brighten up any outfit. I am desperately seeking a new – big – purse. Plus, no one around me would have the same purse.

Chavon

Oh my! This is just a fabulous summer purse! I like this purse, because I’m a bow type of lady. Everything I do I try my best to put a bow on top! The color is fabulous and a stand out one!

Hannah

Oooh!! That color! Tres magnifique! And the lining is gorgeous, I’d swoon every time I open it! Also it would make a great B-day present to match the shoes I’m buying for me!

Sandy

I love the summery color and the peacock lining! Thanks for the giveaway.

Katie

Squeeeee!! This is so stinkin’ adorable, and such a great summer color! I would love to have a new purse…my last few have been gi-normous diaper bags and it would be fun to be stylish in a purse small enough to be chic yet big enough to hold my stuff. Thanks for the chance!

Amanda

I love it, I love it, I love it!!!!
Please?
Perfect for summer!

Peter Larson

My wife would love this bag. The bag is almost as bright and lovely as she is.

Meg

That lining is gorgeous, and I love the bright summery color! Plus, I’m in Texas, so I can’t head to Tai Pan to get one of my own :)

Laurin

I can already imagine wearing this purse around. I have wanted one similar especially in color and just have not had the money to buy it. I would adore this purse and use it both for summer and spring!

jessika

How adorable! This is such a sweet purse, it would be even sweeter for a loving nanny to carry it around :)

Amy

I love this bag!!! Everything is perfect about it, especially the color and the lining and the bow. Beautiful!

Bailey

This is soooooooo cute. And I LOVE the color! Crossing my fingers. :)

Maria

This looks like a great purse! I love how much you were able to fit in yours….oh I hope I win!!!

Rosalyn

This purse is absolutely gorgeous – and as I’ll be moving into a super small bedroom in a week… a smaller purse would fit in perfectly ;)

Nicole

What a great bag! I love the feminine touch that the bow gives and the color is the perfect summer shade! I would love to win this!

Peggy Scott

Delicious is right. The watermelon color reminds me of spring, my favorite season.

Genesis Sanchez

I would love this bag! I’m heading off to college in the fall and since I’m trying to save money for trips back home, this would be a great (and free!) gift! :)

Elodie

World of cute! I’d like this purse cause I’m alll about color, and I own almost nothing in red/orange shades — this would be super cute with my turquoise coat don’t you think? :)

Ari

Love the color, red. It’s my favourite!!

Claire Elizabeth

Oh my goodness, this bag is just wonderful! I would love carrying this beaut around town. And because the 7th is my birthday I’m crossing my fingers for some extra luck!

Sincerely,
Claire.

Sheryl

The color is fantastic! And I’m a bit overdue for a new purse :)

Anne

I can’t remember the last time I got a new handbag…this post is just in time!

Mary

It’s my favorite color! And totally my style.

Terri

I love the color and the lining – so cute! And of course, the bow!

Jennie

I’m going to be completely honest here…I need to win this bag in order to make all my friends jealous. I really hope I win.

Emily

It’s so pretty!

Disney

WOW. I have been searching for a bag for literally a year, and have never found one I’ve liked this much! THANK YOU for this giveaway! The winner will be chosen on my anniversary so maybe it’s a sign! :o) I hope so!!

Katharine

This bag is GORGEOUS! I love the watermelon. I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect bag recently without any luck – the two that I’ve bought both broke within a few days. Sad! Winning this would be too perfect! :)

Liz

This purse is so cute! I’ve been in such a funk lately where I haven’t been able to find a purse that just… makes me happy. This purse would do just that! I love it. :)

Shifra

I’d love this bag!! I had a jacket this exact color that was my all time favorite, that got totally shredded this spring, and I was very sad, so this will help make up for it! (Wow, that was a long sentence!)

Emily J

This is my favorite color (I would call it coral)! Plus, I’m so into bows right now. Skirts, dresses, bags, headbands- They all look better with bows! Thanks for the giveaway!

Laura (aka LasGirl)

I’m going into my sophomore year of high school, and I want to dress better this year. Last year I wore nothing but casual stuff, Jeans and a T-shirt. I’ve decided to get a new look by chopping off my hair (which I’m super proud of, if you want to see the transformation go to http://lasgirl.blogspot.com/2010/06/do-you-like-my-signature.html ) I donated my hair to locks of love, my hair was so long and thick they made two wigs out of it. In order to get new outfits, I’ve been taking on a ton of babysitting jobs. I’ve bought some new pieces, but what I really need is a cute purse, THIS purse. It will work with all of my outfits, and it’s got just the right amount of feminine touches for my style. I also love the color and the big bow.

Jenny Bolech

I’m now following Jenni’s blog – yay! I’d love to win this because I love having a pop of color, plus it’s such a fun flirty bag (and i think it would hold all my stuff!)

Jodie

I have been carrying the same old yellow purse for a sweet forever [four years, at least] so I NEED this purse. Plus it would look awesome on me! I just did my colors, and guess what, RED loves me! :) Ooooh, please pick me! I’m just beggin’ ya! I will definitely head over and follow Jenni’s blog too. Thanks for this SWEET giveaway! :) PICK ME!

Kathryn

I’d love this bag because I am lacking in the color department. I’d love to add that amazing color to my summer clothes!

jen

i would love a new fun purse! my wardrobe needs a serious pick me up, and this would certainly do the trick!

Cheri at I Am Momma - Hear Me Roar

That bag is completely adorable. I love the fun funky color and the feminine bow. The lining is even cute.

Rachael

Awesome! I need a new bag to go with the “I’m a young, fun, creative professional” look that goes with my new job (I’m an elementary school librarian). Well…the look I’m trying to pull off at least. Plus my little sister who is about the most fashionable person I know told me she wants it.

Dana

Love the purse, color and the bow. I think it is almost perfect for Summer wear and would go with a lot of my outfits. Thanks for the great giveaway.

Joelle

I’d love to have this adorable bag because I’m a mommy with 3 little kids — twin girls who are 2 and their brother who is a mere 20 months younger. Life is wonderful and I wouldn’t change a thing but I haven’t had much time to keep my look “current” and this bag could give me the kick I need! Its beautiful!

Jenny

This is such a beautiful bag! I love that it’s just the right amount of color with any outfit! I’d love to have this bag! :)

Cristal

What a great looking bag! I especially love the peacock print and that it has a long detachable handle. I’m moving to NY in the fall and would love to have a new bag with such versatility for when I’m shopping around. Thanks for the great giveaway!

Cristal

I really like this bag and I’m so glad you’re giving one away! It looks like the perfect size for the essentials and of course, I love the bow and the watermelon color!

Katie

aaaaaah, I’ve been looking for a bow purse for the longest and this is the perfect one! i’d love to add this to my summer wardrobe — and even for the fall!

Taylor

I LOVE this bag. I truly believe every girl/woman needs articles of clothing/ accessories that just make you feel girly and pretty. This bag embraces that idea. I love how it stands out, truly could make an outfit but in the same breath be the perfect go-to bag for any fun and flirty girl.

Tanya

I love this bag (like everyone else here :))! I have a bag with the same color and same size and I use it daily. Which unfortunately means that it’s worn down and is falling apart. This would be the perfect replacement – especially with that bow! Here’s to hoping!

Taylor

Oh my goodness gracious! I just stumbled upon your blog and I am so in love with it and that purse it to DIE for! I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect bag and I might need to go buy it if I don’t win! Thanks for the amazing giveaway and inspiration!
xoxo
Taylor *fingers criss-crossed!*

Jane

This is the cutest bag! I’ve been looking to update my bag – my other purse is worn out and needs to be replaced. I’d love love love to win this!

Julie

I mean the color is perfect so summery! But the bow is the best part of it! It makes me smile! I mean no matter the season, the day, the hour, this bag would make me happy! That simple!

stephchows

This would totally kick up my routine of always wearing a brown bag… the color is amazing!

Jenifer

I love this purse! I’d love to win this because 1.) I’ve had your blog in my tab folder for months now and I’ve been introducing my friends to it since day one- and it’d be incredibly cool to tell them that Melissa Esplin herself sent it <3 and 2.) I live in the middle of Oklahoma, this store doesn't exist for me!

Anywho, I really appreciate you sharing all your thrifty finds and alterations miracles! They've been really inspiring!

Joel

My girlfriend sent me a link to this so I’m pretty sure she wants me to win this for her! Hopefully I do. It’d be a great gift and I already know she loves this.

Viola

I just recently found your blog and love it! It’s so great how you find thrifty things and refashion them to fit your style! I really love this purse too! It’s perfect, and like you, I’d use it as a replacement for my old one, and i love that it’s versatile enough for when taking care of kids or just going out on your own! please pick me!

Courtney

I’m in desperate need of a new summer bag and this is perfect! So cute, I’m in love!

cindy

I love this color and the bow detail on this bag. Thanks for the giveaway.

Manon

I LOVE the Color SoOsSoO MUCH! and the purse is so Fun and cute!
<3 it!

Ashley

I’m in LOVE with this Purse, it is so Cute!
The bow and the color make it.

Marissa

I wear too much black, I do. But if I won this purse, I could spruce up any of my all-black outfits and really stand out in a crowd. Plus, this purse colour is just gorgeous!

Brooke

I love the color!

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