Prada, in my mind, has come to a conclusion that selling canvas bags at a lower retail price will bring them more sales during this not-so-great economy.  Being a frugalista is pretty important these days, and if you have not wanted to spend thousands of dollars on a luxe Prada bag, now you can spend $295 on a trendy canvas one.  This may not exactly sound like a bargain or "deal" to some, however for the people that do dream of having a Prada purse, now it is more affordable than ever.  This upcoming June, the new line of bags will hit the market, and I know many people will be intrigued by Prada's smart decision--I am!  Plus, every LITTLEbirdie wants a piece of Prada in their collection.

Chelsea Roberts

Longchamp bags are definitely the handiest and most practical tote bag I have ever used. I bought mine during my excursions in Turkey for Spring Break. My two friends and I finally decided to buy black oversized Longchamps, not knowing how effective they actually are. Our beloved bags came in use when British Airlines inconveniently went on strike, making it so that we had to take three flights home, from three different countries, in two days--causing us to pack overnight clothes in our totes. I know it doesn't sound like it, but these bags were miracles. One could not have a more useful hang bag while traveling, especially when the traveling becomes hectic. Due to the array of color selections and sizes, they are versatile and fit into anyone's lifestyle.  Longchamps are indefinitely stylish, the color choices are eccentric, and are always beneficial. Add a Longchamp tote to your wardrobe, for when you want to feel simple but stylish!

Chelsea Roberts

To smell good, is definitely to look good, and to feel good. Coco Chanel once said, "A women who doesn't wear perfume has no future."  Some may believe the infamous Coco took it too far, but this French icon definitely has a point in my eyes. Chanel's signature perfume, "Chanel No.5" is classic and timeless; it purely transforms a woman.  I can always smell it from miles away.  But that is not the only perfume I am dedicated to.  I stick to a few, that I love, and that fit my personality.  Marc Jacobs "Daisy", is such a delicious and sweet, but serene scent.  Dolce and Gabana's "Light Blue", is one of my mother's particular favorites--her own signature (but too strong for me).  Perfume makes a girl a lady, and people around you will take notice of your approachable aroma.  There are all types of scents to fit one's persona and specific occasion.  So, go find that fragrance that really works for you, and spritz away!
-Chelsea R

Ever since Karl Lagerfeld pronounced a death sentence for florals ("Florals are for middle-aged women with weight problems"), they've been in dire need of some serious updating. The new way for spring? Stripes add a much-needed shot of vitality and unpredictability to florals, simultaneously complementing and modernizing them. The catch? Don't get too crazy. Stick with one floral and one stripe, or else you run the risk of looking like a zebra who was eaten by a tiger, which then fell asleep in a botanical garden - no one wants to wear that. Secondly, make sure the stripes are neutral as possible. Black and white is tried and true, but feel free to experiment with navy and cream or grey and white. Keep accessories sparse and well-edited: if you can hear your jewelry, take it off. Personally, I'm partial to opposites; think teeny-tiny flower prints (think Liberty of London) paired with thicker stripes, or larger, graphic florals against thin stripes with spare details. Give this fairly simple trend a go, regardless of the Kaiser's opinion.

-Deanna