IT'S A GIVEAWAY!

Get the look! What's more essential to a woman than Mascara and a Mister? We met some other PR ladies last NYFW (instantly loved the length the mascara gave) and since then have teamed up with Lashem for a giveaway that totals to $315.00. WHAT DO YOU GET? A Mr. One-Nighter handbag in TEAL, and a Mascara/Las and Brow Serum/Liquid Liner kit all for FREE! Who's talking about it?  Fashion blogger SocietyGrl announced it on her blog yesterday! All you need to do is LIKE both of our FACEBOOK pages for an entry!! CLICK HERE for the Facebook Giveaway to WIN! Good luck to everyone and keep checking back for the WINNER! xoxo

#MisterCrushMonday

Girls love bad boys, but we all have to stop falling for them! I found this post while scrolling through the trendy #MCM ("Man Crush Monday") hashtag and I had to send it to our designer! Ironically, the first collection we ever launched donned many of the names mentioned above. The Mr. So and So names are connecting girls everywhere, and it's so fun that we all can agree! Are you tired of seeing all the cutesy posts of other girls boyfriends? And ladies, I know you love Channing but he's done so many more photo shoots besides that famous GQ one (plus, he's happily taken by his beautiful wife, and we don't want to be Miss Home-Wrecker now do we?)  Instead of showing off the guy that breaks your heart over and over, TODAY we want YOU to post the Mister that's breaking necks! The handbag that makes you pull down your aviators to get a better look... The Misters are taking #MCM and turning it into #MisterCrushMonday and trust me, there is #NoFilterNeeded, xoxo.

Rhody Press Recap!!

We always love and are proud to get press from our home state of Rhode Island, so when RI Monthly Magazine's editor - the lovely Jamie Coelho asked to do an interview on our designer we jumped at the offer! It was so much fun... just a few months back showing Jamie around the office, introducing her to some Misters, and even giving her a glimpse into the new collection before it officially hit stores! We couldn't have described the colors of the collection better ourselves.








The magazine itself hits shelves this week, and subscriber's have already been raving about their early released copies! I got my hands on one right away, and flipped open to page 18! It's funny to think that Rhode Island's real-life bachelors will be opening up the magazine too and seeing the new most wanted guys on the market...the Misters! The subtitle says it all, Nicole's turned her handbag designing dream to a reality, but the smallest state will always have the biggest place in our hearts! Very soon, other Rhody Girls will be able to get their hands on a Mister at Sonya's boutique in Cranston, RI. It's time for our local ladies to bring your magazine man crush to life! xoxo

Secrets of the Bad Boys in Your Closet: Part 5

Our designer Nicole was feeling a little inspired this week, and I'm sure you can guess why...because there is a new Mister to name!!! By now, we don't take any of these Misters as a loss - because you, I, and our designer receive nothing but fashionable gain (a sense that the girls these bad boys end up with could use.) When this time comes around, it's sometimes bittersweet, but always a treat for you ladies! We'd never send you in blind, unlike our designer's most recent decision for meeting her muse; so we've narrowed the choices down to two: Mr. Match and Mr. Insecure. So far, it looks like Mr. Insecure is in the lead. I guess this silly boy wasn't the only one around here letting his insecurities eat him up. We've definitely had a good laugh naming lots of handbags (all in good fun, of course) but we love turning to our d'andrea lovers for some help! What do you think? Also, if you could personalize your very own Mister with your ex-bf in mind, what would he be called? I know mine! But that's a whole other blog post in itself ;) Let us know on our Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! xoxo

PS: If you missed the BIG ANNOUNCEMENT, our website had a facelift!
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Mr. Oscar Winner

I heard there were a couple of Misters circulating the red carpet last night and at some fabulous parties! We're hoping they were well behaved dates. I never really liked doing "Worst Dressed" lists because I know how hard everyone works to prepare for one of the biggest nights to hit hollywood and it definitely pays off...but that doesn't mean we don't have our favorites!

 Let's start with the man of the hour Mr. Oscar Winner Matthew McConaughey in a D&G number. 

Lupita Nyong'o took everyone's breath away in this icy blue, flowy Prada dress. Our Mr. Right Now in silver would die to be her arm candy.

I know she wasn't at the actual award show, but Kim was definitely one of the best dressed of the night at Elton John's Oscar party. She finally looks so comfortable in her own skin (the red hot Celia Kritharioti obviously helps.) Since she looks so comfortable I would love to see a patent leather, black Mr. One-Nighter knotted and casually thrown over her shoulder.

Who was at the top of your best dressed list? xoxo 

Which Mister's hand to hold...

You know the thought process that goes behind picking out an outfit for the night; who, what, and why you're dressing for. The clothing usually comes pretty easily, you've been thinking about that part all day... but do you ever get stuck when it comes to accessories? Well we have a number of clutches and that will be your go-to guys for multiple occasions in our Fall collection, you will no longer have to waste time speed dating through your handbag boyfriends ;) It's one of the last things you grab while you're heading out the door,  and while we stand by the fact that our bags are very versatile (you can wear them with any outfit) there are some situational factors that'll have you calling on one Mister rather than the other. Ask yourself these questions while deciding whether you're going to wear your cross body or clutch.

The decision...

• Does your top have a lot of design elements in the front, or a deep V that you may not want to cover up by going cross body?
• Which will be the perfect pop of for your simple color pallet?
• Are you wearing a lot of accessories that'll urge you to go for subtlety?
• Will your hands be full all night with say a drink? 
• Is the place you will be storing your handbag leather friendly? (Sticky bar tops just will not do!)
• Will you be coming home with more things than you left with? Size matters ladies! 

What sort of things do you keep in mind while deciding what Mister's hand to hold? Tweet/Facebook/and Instagram us your answers using the hashtag #MisterCollection, xoxo.

ENK Vegas: Here Comes the Nostalgia

It's that time of year when New York dies down and Vegas becomes the fashion capital of the US during Magic Market Week! I'm so sad to not be missing out on the show but I can assure you that while our designer is in Vegas she's left me lots of Misters to play with. A touch of Spring on the East Coast for me during the storm, while she unveils the Fall 2014 Mister Collection in the West. The energy is always so live at ENK and of course I'll be bringing you all the details as they come. Here comes the nostalgia...the diary of a d'andrea PR girl actually began during the last trade show in August on this very laptop sitting on a balcony overlooking the strip. I can't believe how much we've grown since then... and even thinking back further to one year ago in February to our very FIRST show! We are so thankful for our first year and all our loyal customers/fans! There has been so many surprises and we have met so many great people! Our team always loves to see some of your faces - so if you plan on attending be sure to stop by Booth 19173 if you're ready to experience heartbreak like never before, xoxo.

Photo Shoot Fun + DROP DATE!

Going through my iPhone camera pictures after a photo shoot is always surprising. After a long day of camera flashes you don't realize how complex the hours prior had really been! Seeing the final product makes it all worth it, but there's nothing like a behind the scenes shot. Now, I can't show you much or give away too many of the new colors, but below is a few of our concepts for the upcoming 2014 Mister Collection. I can and will tell you that we shot approximately 50 different bags and our designer even got behind the lens! It's so fun watching her in hair and make-up for a change! Enjoy and remember to stay updated on the DROP DATE of the new collection on our website: www.dandreahandbags.com, xoxo.

Before and After

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It's never the same at the office when our designer leaves the East Coast to head out to the factory in LA. Sure, the Manhattan Beach sunset iMessages I get every night are great, but nothing beats the sneak peeks that pop up on my phone of next month's collection. I'm seeing red! The transformation of these boys becoming men amazes me ;) Above is a before and after shot of Mr. Right Now... he came a long way from a simple little sketch. He's finally taken his form, in the shape of a hard clutch! We can't wait for you to see more (and I can't wait to get my hands on one of these red hots!) The studs aren't going anywhere, xoxo.

COMING SOON!

So many changes coming soon, but don't worry the Misters aren't going anywhere! The Mister Collection will always exist - they will always be our classic pieces and the #1 guys in our life. Things to keep a close eye on this upcoming season: the d'andrea website's scheduled face lift ;), colors, colors, colors (...I have a gut feeling about purple, that it's going to be the color of the year...) new faces on this dream team, where in the world these bad boys are headed, and where some will be staying - right at the boutique around the corner waiting to be picked up but you. It's officially time to start getting excited! Follow us on our journey through relationship's past, present, and future. XOXO

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Will Work for Bags

Good morning lovers! It's #MisterMonday and that means the d'andrea team is back at it again. How amazing and is the photo above... it signifies exactly how us girls are feeling right about now. It's 2014, and there is about to be a d'andrea take-over. We're working harder than ever to bring you the bags that you love! You thought your life was exciting in 2013? Now that you've left any of that old baggage in the past, it's time to upgrade and elevate the candy on your arm. So head over to your favorite boutique, and ask them if they're carrying d'andrea. Because your new Mister is only one shelf away... and trust me, he deserves to be up there, he'll meet every one of your standards, xoxo.

New Year New Bloggers

Last week, I showed you my picks of some Holiday looks featuring my Misters! But now, it's your turn. I chose a couple of my favorite fashion bloggers to feature in today's blog post in lieu of the post Christmas festivities and the upcoming New Year! I'm loving how versatile these Misters are... they had no problem making the transition from each season. Some of you even took my advice and took him out to play during a snow day! It's a new year, and we've got our eyes pealed for new bloggers. Always be sure to hashtag your posts with #MisterCollection for a chance to be featured. For business inquiries and fan mail send us an e-mail to info@dandreahandbags.com, we LOVE hearing from you. Cheers to 2014! xoxo

My Style Diaries rocked Mr. One-Nighter with her holiday sweater dress. All these studs and sequins, totally our style. I don't think this trend is going anywhere any time soon... Would definitely wear this look with a pair of stilettos, a bold lip, and some glitter nails to a New Years Eve party this week. View The Entire Post Here!

 

Barbie is a Snow Bunny! Society Grl pairs her Italian leather with her Italian fur while walking in a winter wonderland. We haven't had much snow fall this year on the East Coast, but this post definitely gives us our fix. View The Entire Post Here!

For the Girls on the Naughty List!

Did you shop for your hot holiday attire yet? Fashion and the holidays go hand-in-hand. If you're anything like me, you're not spending Christmas morning preparing for dinner in your chicest apron - you're in the bedroom in your sparkly dress making sure you look perfect for that annual family photo by the fireplace and tree (see Mr. Arrogant's Christmas card above, haha.) In case you need a few ideas, I've put together some outfit inspiration... It's not cheating as long as your favorite guy is on your arm ;) For all you naughty girls, I hope you've put a Mister on your list!

For dining out...

a touch of green...

Shop Topshop Sequin Velvet Shift Dress Here!

Shop VINCE CAMUTO Platform Booties Here!

Shop d'andrea handbags Mr. Precarious Here!

For staying in...

a touch of red...

Shop Nabi Turtle Neck Here! 

Shop Thigh High Knee Socks in Brown Here! 

Shop Stuart Weitzman Over-The-Knee Boot Here! 

Shop d'andrea handbags Mr. Stalker Here! 

xoxo, Happy Holidays!

Holiday Colors; The Misters are Home!

The Misters are coming home for the holidays and their first and last stop is your closet. Now, I know we have a few more weeks until it is "officially" Winter, but if you're on the East coast like us, it feels like we've skipped Fall altogether! But that's fine, because I'm sure like many of you - the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year...We've got lots of gifts in store for the season; our little elvs have been working hard at the factory! So, keep an eye out for special promos and and giveaways like the one we have going on now to celebrate Fall's end (50$ OFF $150 OR MORE use code: mistercollectionfall13 at checkout.)

It's time to break out the colors that you've been waiting all year to wear. Grab your favorite bold lip color from the very bottom of your make-up bag to prepare for date night with these new Misters. He's the perfect date to that work Holiday party you've been dreading, the best Christmas shopping partner because he holds everything you don't want to, and he sits so perfectly on your mantle by the fire. You don't want to be caught with anyone else underneath the mistletoe, or when the clock strikes midnight! While you're sipping your hot chocolate cozied up on the couch, be sure to shop the new colors at www.dandreahandbags.com, xoxo. 

Signature Shape

Why are Mr. Precarious and Mr. Never-Again the most popular Misters on the market? The answer is easy, their asymmetrical design. Bags like this are hard to find. But our designer Nicole wanted to bring you TWO different versions of our signature shape and style. She didn't just think outside the box with this idea, she redefined it completely - and then wrapped it in leather ;)

SHOP MR. NEVER-AGAIN NOW!

SHOP MR. PRECARIOUS NOW!

In this collection we offer these structured bags with different styled flaps. One, with a classy quilted feel, and the other with bold angular details. It's funny that these two have so much in common, yet are so different; With opposing meanings behind their perfectly fitting bad boy names. Which Mister would you rather give your heart to?

The Halloween Spirit

We're definitely in the Halloween spirit at the d'andrea office! We've decorated for the occasion with these pumpkin lover Misters - these fashionistas do NOT do scary, only candy chic! Don't leave your handbag home alone for this October 31st...they're already dressed in their costumes, going every year as heartbreakers. Halloween isn't about the trick or treating anymore, it's all about style. Here's a few ideas to having a high fashion Halloween!

1. Before you hit the party dressed up as your favorite Hollywood starlet (Styling Ideas Here)...

Fill up your Mr. Arrogant with some candy to pass out to the kids! They'll love taking goodies away from these bad boys.

 Shop Mr. Arrogant Now!

2. Every d'andrea lover needs some d'andrea Decor - Stack your Orange, White, and Yellow Mr. Right Now clutches too look like your favorite treat: Candy Corn! 

Shop Mr. Right Now Now!

3. Store away a secret stash in your Mr. Precarious to satisfy your cravings throughout the night. He holds just the perfect amount to leave you not feeling too guilty. Don't worry! You'll make up for the calories in dancing. 

Shop Mr. Precarious Now!

Have a happy and safe Halloween! Don't forget to tweet us your costumes ideas using the hashtag #MisterCollection, xoxo 

Versatile Misters

The greatest thing about The Mister Collection is the versatility. What's amazing about our designer is that she always is hands on during the process of creating each  and every piece. She definitely is not afraid to get her hands dirty! Also, Nicole designs the bags specifically to how she likes to wear them, as well as taking into consideration how modern day ladies style their accessories! Below is some of our most versatile Misters, get to know a little bit about how they work ;) xoxo

SHOP MR. NEVER AGAIN!

Style him three ways: With an adjustable leather weaved strap, you can carry him shoulder length, and cross body. Or you can opt out for the detachable chain completely and carry him as a clutch!

SHOP MR. HEARTTHROB!

Carry him one of two ways: zipped or unzipped. Not only is the double zipper stylish, the expand-ability also gives you more room in case you're the "travel heavy" type!  

SHOP MR. PLAYER!

Buckle Mr. Player up with three different lengths to go over your shoulder. Wear him crossbody for a carefree night out, or detach the strap all together to just throw into your larger handbag.

SHOP MR. ONE-NIGHTER!

With the option to go crossbody or hang from your shoulder, you be also be surprised to hear of an old trick that I've recently learned myself: knot him up at the very top for a shorter, clustered, and classic look.  

The possibilities are endless with these Misters! We'd love to see your versions of how you style yours!

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Secrets of the Bad Boys in Your Closet: Part 3

It's Friday morning - the end of yet another work week and the start of a long Holiday weekend. I hope you grab your new Autumn lover Mister, and go out for some Fall festivities! If you're like me you're going to need a shot of espresso, and a little extra pumpkin in your chai to jump start today. But hold on, because your guilty pleasure is back! Friday means one more thing...and no I'm not talking about pay day...I'm talking about the 'Secrets of the Bad Boys in Your Closest!' If you're in a new relationship with these Misters and this is your first time stopping by this PR girl's blog, I'm revealing to you some more secrets about the boys that have inspired your new favorite collection of handbags! Trust me, you'll be fully committed, and surprised - after hearing a little more about Mr. Arrogant. As mentioned before, he's my favorite boy, the guy I'm always carrying. But I have to admit, I stole our designer's look, because he's Nicole's partner these days too. It causes some double takes at our daily lunch spot that we're always rocking the same handbag, but the Misters don't care...they love the attention!

Shop Mr. Arrogant Here!

 

Mr. Arrogant has A LOT of personas: a sibling, a co-worker, an old classmate. But lately, a certain ex-boyfriend has taken on the Mr. Arrogant title. Each one has a lot of similarities.Despite his bad boy impression, along with arrogance comes an Emotionally Unavailable, and Loving side to him too ;) He's a little selfish, high-maintenance, talks a big game, and put on the disappearing act for long periods of time. Although you think he just doesn't understand you, and isn't there, he always comes through at the last possible second! Even if it is by giving you a quick phone call while he's in a rushed situation. He's the guy who likes to play games; sometimes, we even joke that he's reading a manual about how to talk to girls! (There's no need to wait two full days in between each text message! If she wanted to write you a letter, she would - UPS would be faster than your responses!) Mr. Arrogant has enough of his own baggage and some room for yours too. But JUST  a little bit, because put a lot on his plate, and he'll run scared. He is the perfect Mister to have on any confident woman’s arm, because an arrogant guy, would never go for a girl that he was not proud of.

 

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I love to hear from you, and hear about your secrets!!! Are you addicted yet? Which Mister are you dying to know more about? Tweet me your answers to @dandreahandbags, and don't forget to use the hashtag #MisterCollection! xoxo

Boston Fashion Week: Models and Misters

Most of these Misters are true Bostonians at heart – Did you know that some of Nicole’s greatest loves were born in this city!? So, in honor of Boston Fashion Week, as it comes to an end, I thought I'd share how these boys celebrated their time…one word: Models! We spent October 2nd and 3rd at the Emerald Lounge inside the Revere Hotel partying it up VIP style. The runway was heating up with the hottest trends to come in SP14 that were hand selected from CKP Showroom on Newbury Street! I caught this steamy love affair between these gorgeous models and their new arm candy all on camera! See for yourself below, and be sure to pick up these Misters for yourself here, to bring to and create memories in your own city!

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Did I mention that we held a contest to give away our very own Limited Edition "Boston Strong" Mr. Precarious?  He is the only one of his kind, and was specially designed for the 'Fashion is our Sanctuary' Fashion Show held back in May. This event was a very special one to us because it benefited The One Fund. Now, we are proud to say that the newest owner of this handbag will be going to one of Boston's very own Fashionista's! Stay tuned to hear the winner later this week, we will be sure to hashtag #MisterGiveaway on Twitter, so make sure you are following @dandreahandbags...xoxo

Can you spot our designer looking dynamite in Red? #frontrow