Valentine’s Day gift ideas for handbags

Jill Milan is a San Francisco based handbag designer who creates luxurious handbags made from 100% vegan materials. The handbags are handmade in Italy by the world's finest artisans. Jill Milan's handbag collection has quickly become a celebrity favorite. Eva Longoria, Carrie Underwood and Anne Hathaway are among the luxurious handbag designers' fans. Jill Milan handbags are luxurious and offer timeless appeal. They will last for generations. Jill Milan handbags can be found online at JillMilan.com. The Hermes Birkin is a classic, double handle satchel which offers timeless appeal. The Hermes Birkin is available in a variety of sizes ranging from a small satchel to a large, weekender tote size. This versatile handbag can be carried to the office or worn casually. The smaller sizes can be carried to casual and semi-formal evening occasions. The Hermes Birkin handbag is only sold in Hermes boutiques and the entry level price point is about $8,000. Chanel has two classic handbag styles which have been around for over fifty years. The "2.55" shoulder bag and the classic flap handbag. In this photo is a spring 2013 classic flap handbag by Chanel which is timeless and can be worn for generations. The "2.55" version is similar except that the straps do not have leather woven into the chain and there is no logo on the front clasp. Both the classic flap handbag and the "2.55" shoulder bag feature an adjustable shoulder strap which can be worn as a long, single strap or double, short strap. Chanel's shoulder bags are timeless and would make the perfect gift for Valentine's Day. View the list »
Valentine’s Day gift ideas for handbags

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Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and you might be thinking about the perfect gift for your Valentine who happens to love handbags. A handbag is a fabulous present for that special someone; especially a handbag which is considered an investment.

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There are many designer handbags on the market which are considered investments and actually increase in value over time. These types of investment handbags make great gifts for Valentine’s Day since anyone who loves handbags will know the value of an investment handbag.

In addition to being a great investment, a handbag which is considered an investment will also have timeless style and appeal that she will never grow tired of. This means you can rest assured your Valentine will carry her handbag for a lifetime and possibly pass the handbag on to her children.
Handbags are also special gift items since every time she reaches inside her handbag for her wallet, lipstick, smartphone, car-keys etc., she will think of you! Now that is romantic!

The following is a list of the five most desirable investment handbags which offer timeless appeal and will make an ideal gift this Valentine’s Day.

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  • Chanel has two classic handbag styles which have been around for over fifty years. The "2.55" shoulder bag and the classic flap handbag. In this photo is a spring 2013 classic flap handbag by Chanel which is timeless and can be worn for generations. The "2.55" version is similar except that the straps do not have leather woven into the chain and there is no logo on the front clasp. Both the classic flap handbag and the "2.55" shoulder bag feature an adjustable shoulder strap which can be worn as a long, single strap or double, short strap. Chanel's shoulder bags are timeless and would make the perfect gift for Valentine's Day. 
  • The Hermes Birkin is a classic, double handle satchel which offers timeless appeal. The Hermes Birkin is available in a variety of sizes ranging from a small satchel to a large, weekender tote size. This versatile handbag can be carried to the office or worn casually. The smaller sizes can be carried to casual and semi-formal evening occasions. The Hermes Birkin handbag is only sold in Hermes boutiques and the entry level price point is about $8,000. 
  • Jill Milan is a San Francisco based handbag designer who creates luxurious handbags made from 100% vegan materials. The handbags are handmade in Italy by the world's finest artisans. Jill Milan's handbag collection has quickly become a celebrity favorite. Eva Longoria, Carrie Underwood and Anne Hathaway are among the luxurious handbag designers' fans. Jill Milan handbags are luxurious and offer timeless appeal. They will last for generations. Jill Milan handbags can be found online at JillMilan.com. 
  • Judith Leiber handbags feature hand-set crystals which sparkle and attract attention. These classic handbags are formal and easily recognizable. Judith Leiber clutches are petite and available in solid colored crystals as well as kitschy designs such as a birthday cake, a frog and a puppy. Celebrities love Judith Leiber handbags and are often spotted carrying the clutches on the red carpet. Many of Judith Leiber's handbags are limited edition or one-of-a-kind. They offer timeless appeal and will make the perfect gift for Valentine's Day. 
  • Louis Vuitton's "Alma" satchel is a classic handbag style from the iconic design house. The "Alma" handbag by Louis Vuitton shown in this photo is green, "Epi" leather and is available in a wide variety of colors. In addition to "Epi" leather, the "Alma" handbag from Louis Vuitton is available in almost all of Louis Vuitton's classic fabrics. This handbag is timeless and can easily be carried for many years to come and passed down to the next generation. The "Alma" by Louis Vuitton is available in small, medium and large sizes. This classic handbag can be found at Louis Vuitton boutiques. 
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Cathy O'Brien has experience working in fashion, high-tech and marketing. She is a published fragrance, beauty and fashion writer who loves handbags. She runs her own fashion website and blog at www.bayareafashionista.com. Bay Area Fashionista can be reached at cathy@bayareafashionista.com.

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