Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Finding Authentic Marc Jacob Handbags and Quilted Keeper Handbags

By Candy Tyler


The best handbag collectors would own handbags from Paraguay to Japan. Not all handbags however are great items to collect. Some of the best types you can get are quilted keepers and Marc Jacob bags.

Marc Jacob Blake

Class, sophistication and elegance all describe Marc Jacob's Blake. Owning a Blake earns you the right to strut in public. Although the Blake design was introduced 2004, it still is a popular choice among bag lovers around the world. It's simple, sleek design makes it both noticeable and inconspicuous. What makes it stand out the most though is its obviously authentic calfskin material. The leather is so soft you'd never have to worry about irritating your skin as you hold it by its double rolled handles.

Blake isn't too large but its size makes it great for carrying around just about anywhere. Even with its compact appearance though, it does have three internal spaces to arrange your things in and two external pockets highlighted by two silver locks that bear Marc Jacob's name. If you love Blake, you can get one of every color. There's Blake in black, green, red, pink, chestnut and cinnamon.

With such a great name as Marc Jacob's its impossible that all pieces for sale are authentic Marc Jacob Blake handbags. There are actually many pieces that are passed off as genuine but are really detailed imitations. You may not always be able to spot the fakes. The best solution would be to buy Blake only from stores with a reputation for selling only the best luxury bags available. Prices for a Blake bag can reach close to a $1000 but you can get some of them at a discount at around $400.

Quilted Keepers

Another fashionable bag style is the quilted keeper. There are of course so many different quilted keepers to choose from. They can be made of fabric, leather or synthetic fabric. The designs also range from very informal to classic elegant. It is probably because of its wide range of styles and designs that make this style perfect for all occasions.

Keepers made of fabric are the most affordable bags. For just $30 or less, you get a handy container perfect for keeping small items like make-up, purses and ID cards. You never have to stuff them all down your pockets when you need to make a fast trip to the store. If you want something more formal, you should opt for quilted keepers that are made of authentic leather.

Among the many top of the line leather quilted bags are those from Marc Jacob. Aside from being convenient to carry around, quilted Marc Jacob bags are absolutely elegant and refined.

There is no question about it. Quilted keeper handbags and Marc Jacob bags are the best ones to lug around. Just make sure you always buy from reputable stores to get only authentic styles.

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