The Balenciaga Rodeo was the first bag from the house that truly felt like me. After months of debating sizes, colors, and hardware, I finally chose the Small in khaki smooth calfskin. In this review, I'm sharing what made me fall for the Rodeo, why I think it arrived at exactly the right moment in fashion, and why I have a feeling it won't be my last.

After almost 10 years without taking a cruise, these are the handbags I packed for a week aboard Icon of the Seas—and the ones I reached for most. From a Birkin Cargo 35 and Gucci Giglio tote to a Chanel 25 and Mini Kelly, here's what worked best on board.

After years of collecting and carrying luxury handbags, these are the 10 bags I’d still confidently buy again today — from my Hermès Birkin 25s to the Balenciaga Rodeo and Louis Vuitton favorites I genuinely keep reaching for.

The Hermès Birkin Cargo 35 combines canvas, Swift leather, Palladium hardware, and utility-inspired details in a way that feels both luxurious and practical. Here’s why it became one of my favorite bags for traveling and everyday life

Not all Birkins are meant to be used the same way. The Hermès Birkin Cargo 25 shifts the experience…lighter, more functional, and easier to carry. A closer look at its design, pockets, and how it fits into everyday life.

A slouchy, structured bag that doesn’t try too hard, but still makes the entire outfit. The new Gucci Giglio might be the quiet comeback the brand needed.

I wasn’t sure about the Chanel 25 Mini at first, until I started wearing it.