Happy New Year everyone! I’ve missed you all so much!!! I was out of town (Seattle) with family for the holidays and have been sick ever since New Years Eve… boooo. I’m back now and hope you all are doing well and having a great New Year so far!!!

Lovn our first Steal the Real of 2010. It’s the Marc Jacobs Stam Satchel, found at Nordstrom for $1,350, and I cannot tell the difference between the Steal and the Real! I love this deviation from the oh-so-popular Chanel quilted handbags. The Steal is found at Handbag Heaven for only $54.95, for a difference of $1,295 from the original. I want it!!!

In case you missed it, I’ve blogged about Handbag Heaven recently in my Accordion Pleated Satchel review and our Handbag Heaven holiday gift certificate giveaway. By now a fashion classic, their Sami Quilted Handbag takes you perfectly from season to season. The soft leatherette is quilted and accented with brass hardware and a solid brass chain shoulder strap. The chain can be attached when you need to have your hands free, or stored inside the bag when you prefer the look of a satchel.

The top of the bag is structured with a frame and clasp closure and gives the appearance of a doctor’s bag when opened. The inside is lined with jet black fabric and includes one zippered pocket and two open top pockets for storing smaller items. Also available in purple, red, pewter, and brown.

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