Help my reader find a bag!

A few weeks ago a reader e-mailed me. She saw the Kate Spade Lily Bexley bag on sale on Ozsale but it was sold out, and she wanted to know if the bag is available elsewhere.

I did some searching and I could only find the bag on Ebay (given it's on Ozsale it's probably old stock). Disappointed that I couldn't help her, I asked if she'd like me to help her find another bag and she said yes.

She is looking for a classic, everyday bag. There will be a Continental wallet, a big case for her sunnies and make up in the bag. She' doesn't have a size in mind but as she's relatively tall (170cm - that's my height too!) and she doesn't want a dainty bag. Colourwise she prefers a neutral shade, and her budget is $500.

So far I've found the following candidates:

Cole Haan Eliza satchel (from Nordstrom, $US298)

Tory Burch Robinson satchel (from Shopbop, $US550 - OK slightly above budget but it's nice!)

MICHAEL Michael Kors Grayson satchel ($US348 from Endless)

Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Aidan Shoulder Bag ($US478, also from Endless)

Out of the four bag I like the MBMJ bag the most.

I'm sure you savvy readers will have some ideas as well - c'mon and help with the search!

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The Outnet family and friends discount

I don't know why but I'm really responsive to offers from The Outnet.

I saw the tweet on Friday night about the extra 20% off for family and friends, and proceeded to spend way too much time looking at dresses that I have no reason to buy.

From the international/UK site:

If I am going to the Oscars I will definitely go for this Marchesa stunner!

But since I'm not, and I don't have money to burn, here are some dresses that are within my price range.

Tory Burch Dora dress - love the vibrant print.

Marc by Marc Jacobs polka dot dress - totally on trend!

M Missoni printed silk dress - fun print and great colour combo

From the US site:

Robert Rodriguez sequin-embellished dress - great detailing and a flattering cut

Sonia by Sonia Rykiel belted cotton dress - something a bit different that will be lovely with tights in winter

Edun fringed print dress - lovely cut and the fringe is a nice touch

Out of the above I like the Tory Burch and Sonia by Sonia Rykiel dresses the most. But I can't really justify buying any of them.

The discount (code SHARELOVE20, excludes Just In items) ends midnight on Monday 20 February in their respective time zones. Are you planning to get anything?

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