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#NotoriousOnTour: These are the bags Parisian girls are carrying
As you already know, Notorious is on tour and is currently in France. While strolling in Paris and checking the street style trends, our editor-in-chief spotted three bags that fashion-savvy Parisian women are carrying right now. Fashion Weeks brought us some fabulous bag trends for spring/summer, but Parisian girls have elected classic totes from three … Read more
Loro Piana Bags: If You Need a Logo, It’s Not Luxury
When it comes to bags, I pay attention. A handbag is never just storage. It is posture. It is rhythm. It is what a woman chooses to carry into the world. The Loro Piana bags for Spring/Summer 2026 arrive at a moment when luxury is being quietly redefined. Less noise. Fewer logos. More substance. And … Read more
Designer Bag Trends to Know for Fall 2025
The designer bag trends for Fall 2025 bring practicality, classic silhouettes, and just the right amount of nostalgia. Here’s your guide to the styles worth knowing as we step into Autumn/Winter 2025–26. Fashion this season proves it’s committed to valuing the longevity of consumers’ investments. Which means: don’t expect radical shifts. Instead, Fall 2025 is … Read more
Discover the Spanish Craft Behind the Pasticcino Bag by Weekend Max Mara
Watch how the latest edition of the iconic Pasticcino Bag comes to life in Spain, celebrating artisanal heritage and timeless style. Launched in 2016 and named after the Italian word for “small pastry,” the Pasticcino Bag by Weekend Max Mara has become a cult favourite. A playful statement clutch with a bold personality, it combines … Read more
If You’re Not a Logo-Freak, These Are the Bags You’ll Want in 2025
The Conscious Shopper’s Bag List for 2025 The year 2024 will go down in history as the moment we truly began questioning the business practices behind luxury fashion. The scandals surrounding the production of Dior and Armani bags supposedly “Made in Italy” were just the tip of the iceberg. At the same time, heritage houses … Read more
#BestOnTikTok – How to Make Your Grandma’s Louis Vuitton Bag Looks Brand New
Discovering Vintage Bag Restoration on TikTok Spending my sabbatical year in France has some fantastic perks—one being how the social media algorithms seem to curate fascinating profiles for me perfectly. On TikTok, I stumbled upon Anna Poetro, who lives in the South of France. Anna runs a charming vintage online shop, but her true passion … Read more
The ‘Infomercial’ of The Already Iconic Dior D-Journey Bag Is There
Among luxury brands, the race to create the accessory that will take the audience by storm is serious. If the magic doesn’t happen, heads roll and hearts break. But when a design succeeds, it’s like scoring the goal that gives you the World Cup title. I imagine Maria Grazia Chiuri, creative director at Christian Dior, … Read more
Do you remember your first designer piece? I still have mine.
When I was in my teens, my mother gifted me a Fendi bag—the first designer piece I ever owned, and it’s still with me today! However, this cherished item doesn’t just sit on a memory shelf in my wardrobe; I use it quite frequently. As advocates of the #buylessbuybetter philosophy, we at Notorious believe that … Read more
#BuyBetter – Best affordable designer handbags
As we start in AW23-24, that familiar urge to refresh our wardrobes with new collection pieces kicks in. And what’s at the top of our list? Designer handbags, naturally. We’ve all coveted that new Prada model strutting its stuff during fashion week street style showcases. But let’s be real – splurging thousands of Euros on … Read more
Gucci or Guccy – How to Know if Your Bag is Real or Fake
At Notorious Mag, we’ve noticed the vintage and secondhand market isn’t just booming—it’s positively thriving! Consumers are now all about that ‘pre-loved’ life, firmly believing it’s the ultimate sustainable flex. And let’s get real: with the economy doing a rollercoaster ride and inflation playing peek-a-boo, platforms like Vestiaire Collective and The Real Real are becoming … Read more
The prettiest beach bags that I want to wear everywhere.
Wave goodbye to the days when we’d hit the beach with inexpensive straw bags, only to have them soggy and stuffed with sand. For a handful of summers now, luxe brands have been plunging headfirst into the straw bag game. Celine, Jacquemus, Chloé, and Loro Piana are just a snapshot of the labels that are … Read more
As Seen at Dior and Co, Pearls Are Trendier Than Ever
Pearls, the exquisite gems from the depths of the sea, are never truly out of style, but currently, they are more fashionable than ever! And based on what we witnessed at the Dior Fall 2023 show in Mumbai, the pearl trend is showing no signs of waning. Can Tradition Be Contemporary? While some may consider … Read more
Prada Galleria Bag -Scarlett Johansson in a Vibrant Campaign
With an enchanting story, the iconic Prada Galleria Bag pays homage to the brand’s heritage while remaining timeless in its design. With a unique combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern aesthetics, the bag has captured the hearts of fashion enthusiasts worldwide. Now, the Galleria Bag is being celebrated in a coloured campaign featuring the Tony … Read more
8 Fashion trends and pieces inspired by the charm of Latin women Bold and fun.
As someone with Spanish and Italian roots who grew up in Brazil, I’ve asked myself, why is it that Latin women are such a lively bunch? Of course, it is true; we indeed love parties, bright colours, bold prints, feminine silhouettes, and luxurious fabrics like lace and devoré. If you go to a wedding in … Read more
#BestOnTikTok -Coastal Grandmother Style Trend
Among all the social media platforms, TikTok is the most downloaded application, and indeed, where we see new trends like #royalcore and #cottagecore appear and spread at the speed of light. So, it’s no wonder luxury fashion houses are already on the mobile video platform. The latest trend that’s gone viral and become the must-have … Read more
Summer outfits inspired by our favourite cocktails Bottoms up!
As summer approaches, bringing us sunny days, it also brings all sorts of outdoor events like garden parties, tennis tournaments, regattas, and horse races, not to mention street parties. At the Platinum Jubilee Street Party in Vienna last week, sipping a delicious Pimm’s brought me memories of the colourful outfits and fabulous OTT hats at … Read more
4 retro airport looks that are absolutely timeless Travel in style.
So, you’re ready to travel. Your suitcase is packed; you have your ticket and passport. Now, you just need to pick the right outfit for the trip. First, of course, comfort is a must, especially on long flights. But you don’t want to look like you are in your pyjamas. So, get inspired by these … Read more
The Handbag Clinic: A longer life for your luxury bag.
Buying a new luxury designer bag is always a treat, but more than that, we love taking good care of the ones we already have to give handbags a longer life. And the good thing about luxury totes, like Chanel, is that they can last a lifetime and even be passed down to the next … Read more
Time to buy your summer vacation capsule wardrobe. Dresses, bikinis and Co.
Knowing how to travel light is an art that very few master. And, whenever I spot a woman leaving for a summer vacation trip with a small suitcase, I’m certain she knows how to have a capsule wardrobe. Moreover, I assure you she’ll be the one sporting great looks during her vacation instead of those … Read more
The 10 Mother’s Day gifts for fashionable mums Ageless and cool.
As Mother’s Day approaches, many of you are still in the dark, thinking about the best way to show your love for your mum and find the perfect gift to brighten her special day. And since women over 40 and 50 are trendier than ever, we selected the ten best Mother’s Day gifts for fashionable … Read more
Seven outfits ideas for cold sunny days Key pieces to update your wardrobe.
Although the weather is still a little cold, we’re already dreaming of springtime, and we’re sure you’re too. But instead of buying a whole new wardrobe, we’re looking for statement pieces that will transform the winter and spring garments we already have into contemporary and fashionable looks. So, inspired by the trends we spotted at … Read more
The best bags to accompany you back to the office Next season trends.
After quite a long break from the office, there is one specific item that I’m especially looking forward to taking out of the wardrobe again, my bags. Because let’s face it, we haven’t really had many opportunities to carry one of the women’s favourite accessories during the pandemic and home office. So, now that life … Read more