Bangles & Bags Product & Fashion Blog

Atlanta Market show revealed to us the BRAND NEW Marie Osmond Handbags Collection!  These pics don't do justice to the new line.  There will also be 3-4 NEW bag designs available, including the Large and Small Hipster, a Baby Diaper Bag, and a new purse style!  You can see most of these styles in these exclusive pics from the mart. 

We had the unique opportunity to meet with Marie Osmond and she is soo excited about the new designs!  Marie Osmond loves the new Handbags soo much that she also has expanded the line to include mugs, and notepad sets. 

There will also be a limited edition Marie Osmond Teddy Bear that gives proceeds to the Childrens Miracle Network!  Bangles And Bags Online will be carrying all of the New Line including the New Jewelry, Mugs, Handbags and more to come!

New line should arrive in February/March, Pre-Orders are welcome at this time!  Don't wait these will sell out quickly!

Check out the pics!  You can see all 3 NEW patters in the pics as well as the new bags!

Tell us what you think about the new patterns!

Bangles & Bags will be hosting a Kameleon Jewelry Trunk show on December 6th, 2009 from 12:30-6:00 pm. Anyone who wishes to attend may come. We will be giving away limited edition Christmas compacts to purchasing guests. We will also have the Limited edition Christmas Jewel Pops available in LIMITED Quantities. If you are interested in attending we hope to see you there!

If you are a regular at upscale spas and salons then your already know about the amazing calming effect of Jellybath.  For the rest of us that are on some kind of budget, you may not have had the luxury of going to posh spas and finding out about this gem, but now you don’t have to.  You can now enjoy a spa experience in the privacy of your own home.   No strangers waiting to get you out when your time is up and then you have to tip them!

Jellybath is a spa treatment that blankets your body with warm translucent fluffy jelly.  It may sound a little strange to someone who hasn’t tried it before, but wow it is amazing!  When you buy a box of Jellybath there are two packets.  One packet actually turns your normal bath water in to the luxurious glistening jelly.  The other packet is for dissolution, just like Cinderella turning back to normal after midnight; it will turn your Jellybath back to ordinary water.  So don’t worry if you are unsure if it will harm your drains, it won’t.

Jellybath was specially made to retain heat and keeps the bath warmer for 4 times longer.  Other benefits of soaking in it are: relaxing your muscles, lowering blood pressure, relieving aches and pains, deep cleaning of lower skin layers by removing sweat and toxins, exfoliation with vitamin c and black tea, and it restores the skin with collagen. Just pour in the packet in when you first run your bath water and in seconds you are ready to go.  Just slip in the tub and enjoy your soak.  You can also enjoy just the pedicure soak size that is available.  Perfect for getting your feet ready for strappy sandals and flip flops (like your reversible MaggieZ).

There are a variety of different scents that provide aroma therapeutic qualities which help you enjoy a much deeper relaxation state.  The scents include Peachtree, Herb Mint, Lavender, Milk and Lemongrass.  There is also a limited edition Gold Mint Jellybath.  If you are lucky to find a box of this special version definitely try it.  The Gold Mint actually has real tiny gold flecks in it.  Talk about supreme luxury!  When you are done soaking in the Gold Mint you will find you will have a gentle sparkle from the gold flakes.  Such a great complement to a nice tan or even a special occasion such as a summer wedding. 

Remember, summer is all about relaxing and making great memories to share for years to come.  Get out have fun and enjoy yourself.  Life is too short not to be able to find your happy.

The story of Reverse-A-Purse as told by the owner:

A couple of years ago, I bought a fun, colorful purse that I thought I was going to love. However, my new purse only matched a couple of outfits in my wardrobe. Either I had to change purses constantly, or what was supposed to be a great new fashion accessory would clash with what I was wearing. There had to be a way to have a stylish purse that didn’t require the time and expense of switching from purse to purse each day. I developed Reverse-a-Purse® as the ultimate solution to my problem.”

What started out as a dining-room-table sewing project has evolved into big business for Multi-Tasking Woman Catherine Brehm. Her trademarked Reverse-A-Purse® was officially launched in January, 2006 at the Atlanta Merchandise Mart, and is already featured in more than 100 fine stores nationwide. With Reverse-A-Purse®, you can simply flip the cover of your purse or leave it off. Each purse has three different looks! And each season, you can add a cover to your collection...without ever taking anything out of your bag. Easy and cost-efficient for every multi-tasking woman!

Managing this growing business involves everything from hunting down beautiful fabrics, negotiating with overseas button producers, working with manufacturers, overseeing sales reps, and orchestrating marketing and distribution. And in between all these tasks? “I can be found hunting down matching socks, negotiating with young children, working with teachers, overseeing meal preparation and orchestrating the activities and schedules of an active young family!” We hear you, Catherine!

Did you ever have that one purse that was just the right size and had all the pockets you needed but wished you had a way to coordinate it with all of your outfits?  Well I have the purse for you!  It’s called Reverse A Purse.  You buy the black or brown purse first then you select the cover that you like and matches your style.  All covers are reversible and attach to the bag by loops and buttons.  You can also wear the bag plain without a cover or add a monogram and when it’s time for a change just slip on a new cover.   New covers come out every season with a vibrant patterned side and a coordinating solid side.  

The bags come in a range of different sizes from big totes to the petite medium size.  A great benefit that I have discovered when using my Reverse A Purse is the extra storage I get when I have a cover on.  I can slip my keys or phone on the outside and retrieve them quickly when I am out on the town.  There are just so many possibilities of looks and styles with the Reverse A Purse it’s endless.  The added convenience of a washable bag and covers makes a hectic life a little easier and the bonus of answering a frugal husband when he asks if that is a new bag with that disapproving look on his face, “This old thing, I’ve had this for months,”  with a deserved smirk on your face

MaggieZ is the new flip flop footwear that is gaining more and more recognition everyday.   If you haven’t already heard of this flip flop then get your head of the sand!  This inventive flip flop actually allows the wearer infinite looks to coordinate with outfits or just to dare to be different.  There are magnetic straps that fit into little sleeves on the sides of the sandal.  For further security there is a button in the middle of the flip flop that unscrews and allows you to change straps in the matter of seconds.  The great concept here is that most straps are reversible so you get two looks for the price of one.  You can’t do that with the competing Switchflops brand which has a Velcro backing and different size straps to fuss with.  MaggieZ is a one size fits all strap so no need to remember what size you need to get or worry if your size is sold out.   

You personalize your sandals the way you want to.  Just buy the many different color button styles and wear the already included black or brown straps that come with each pair of flip flops or just buy the reversible straps or you can by them all.  The choice is truly yours.  Each pair come with a mesh bag to store your flip flops in as well as compartments for your collection of straps and buttons.  The shoppers flip flop which is the most popular of the sandal styles actually form to your specific unique foot making walking more comfortable.  Anti -slip soles keep your feet planted firmly on the ground while massaging insole keeps being on your feet an actual pleasure.  I am a true believer when it comes to these sandals.  In fact as I am writing this article I have my MaggieZ on thinking about which strap and button I want to try next.

Bangles And Bags offers nearly every product we sell in our store with the option of having it monogrammed. 

Monogramming adds that special touch to nearly any item we sell.  Its what sets your gift apart from everyone elses.  I have seen sooo many things before they were monogrammed looked cheap and plain, but after looked like something you could only get from a super high end retail store.

Don't believe me?  Have you ever been in a bathroom and dried your hands on a hand towel?  Ever noticed if they had an initial on them.  Chances are your hosts put out the best towels they had which probably had a monogram on them...

Near Bangles And Bags Online in North Carolina there is a beautiful Mansion, you have probably heard of it, <a href="http://www.biltmore.com>The Biltmore Estate</a>.  If you ever get a chance to visit there, which I HIGHLY suggest, then you will see nearly EVERYTHING is monogrammed with there initials.  From sheets to towels to furniture...  Why???  because embroidery and monogramming is an art and this art has always been a sign of class...

Try this....  Go buy a cheap set of towels from KHOLS...  Notice how cheap they look??  Now go have your initials put on them.....  All of a sudden those cheap towels look very expensive...  Hanging them in your guest bathroom and your guests will notice...

 If your interested in monogramming email us at customerservice@banglesandbagsonline.com and we can set up to have any order you like monogrammed before it is shipped to you... 

We charge $8 extra to add a monogram to an item that you purchase from us.

Jelly Bath is a great way to relax.  A few suggestions I have to give you:

1st) If you are interested in foot soaks, buy the Tub Soak box.  In the end you will find it is the cheapest per ounce, therefore saving you money.  Not only does it save you money, but if you want to do a bath you can. (just note that when you do a foot soak only use a pinch of the jelly bath at a time and stir it up, let it stand for a few seconds.  If you put a lot into a bowl you'll have to add more water to dillute it back down)

2nd) If you have a small tub you might be able to have 2 soaks from one box...  try half a box in a tub and see how well it works...  To experience the full effect of jelly bath it should have a consistancy of a very thin apple sauce.

3rd) It won't go away until you make it.  Why do I say that???  because if you do a hand soak Pedicure or Manicure in a bowl.  You can cover it with a lid and reuse it a couple more times.  This makes it last a LONG time....  In our stores we do a demo of Jelly Bath.  We make a large bowl and seperate it for use during the entire week.  We store the extra in tupperware containers, and it stays for quite a while.

4th) Invite your girlfriends to try it.  What better way to enjoy Jelly Bath than with friends.  Not many people can afford to go to a spa and have this treatment.  In spas near us it costs $75 for a 30 min soak in Jelly Bath.  Your friends will love it and it won't break the bank like going to a spa.

Have any other suggestions???  Let me know???