#BuyBetter – Best affordable designer handbags

detail of tory burch aw23-24 backstage, model carrying a blue bag

As we start in AW23-24, that familiar urge to refresh our wardrobes with new collection pieces kicks in. And what’s at the top of our list? Designer handbags, naturally. We’ve all coveted that new Prada model strutting its stuff during fashion week street style showcases. But let’s be real – splurging thousands of Euros on

Gucci or Guccy: How to Know if Your Bag is Real or Fake 

How to know if it's a real or fake Gucci bag?

At Notorious Mag, we’ve noticed the vintage and secondhand market isn’t just booming—it’s positively thriving! Consumers are now all about that ‘pre-loved’ life, firmly believing it’s the ultimate sustainable flex. And let’s get real: with the economy doing a rollercoaster ride and inflation playing peek-a-boo, platforms like Vestiaire Collective and The Real Real are becoming

The prettiest beach bags that I want to wear everywhere.

model in bikini is holding a Loro Piana, one of the prettiest beach bags of 2022

Wave goodbye to the days when we’d hit the beach with inexpensive straw bags, only to have them soggy and stuffed with sand. For a handful of summers now, luxe brands have been plunging headfirst into the straw bag game. Celine, Jacquemus, Chloé, and Loro Piana are just a snapshot of the labels that are

As Seen at Dior and Co, Pearls Are Trendier Than Ever

Simone Rocha look for AW 2020/2021 with pearls

Pearls, the exquisite gems from the depths of the sea, are never truly out of style, but currently, they are more fashionable than ever! And based on what we witnessed at the Dior Fall 2023 show in Mumbai, the pearl trend is showing no signs of waning. Can Tradition Be Contemporary? While some may consider

Prada Galleria Bag: Scarlett Johansson in a Vibrant Campaign

Scarlett Johansson in Prada Galleria Bag Campaign by Alex Da Corte

With an enchanting story, the iconic Prada Galleria Bag pays homage to the brand’s heritage while remaining timeless in its design. With a unique combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern aesthetics, the bag has captured the hearts of fashion enthusiasts worldwide. Now, the Galleria Bag is being celebrated in a coloured campaign featuring the Tony

#NotoriousOnTour: These are the bags Parisian girls are carrying 

Parisian wearing the Chanel bag trend.

As you already know, Notorious is on tour and is currently in France. While strolling in Paris and checking the street style trends, our sharp-eyed editor-in-chief spotted three bags that fashion-savvy Parisian women are carrying right now. Fashion Weeks brought us some fabulous bag trends for spring/summer, but Parisian girls have elected classic totes from

Winona Ryder reappears in Marc Jacobs bags AW 22-23 campaign

winona ryder stars Marc Jacob AW 22-23 campaign

Winona Ryder is the perfect cat woman since the American actress apparently has 7 lives. And she’s already used at least 3. The latest resurrection of Strange Things actress happened at the hands of designer Marc Jacobs. The guru of grunge collaborated with Winona Ryder for the AW 22-23 J Marc shoulder bag campaign. Contrary

8 Fashion trends and pieces inspired by the charm of Latin women Bold and fun.

Woman wearing a Carolina Herrera dress with frills and polka dots.

As someone with Spanish and Italian roots who grew up in Brazil, I’ve asked myself, why is it that Latin women are such a lively bunch? Of course, it is true; we indeed love parties, bright colours, bold prints, feminine silhouettes, and luxurious fabrics like lace and devoré. If you go to a wedding in

Wanda Ferragamo, the woman power behind Salvatore Ferragamo

Wanda Ferragamo in the Salvatore Ferragamo's office.

The new must-see exhibition “Women in Balance” in Florence honours Wanda Ferragamo. Discover the powerful woman who helped turn her husband’s shoe workshop into the iconic Italian luxury fashion house Salvatore Ferragamo.

Coastal grandmother style: The summer trend on TikTok

Diane Keaton wearing the TikTok Coastal Grandmother trend

Among all the social media platforms, TikTok is the most downloaded application, and indeed, where we see new trends like #royalcore and #cottagecore appear and spread at the speed of light. So, it’s no wonder luxury fashion houses are already on the mobile video platform. The latest trend that’s gone viral and become the must-have

Dior Cruise 2023 in Seville: an ode to Spanish culture

Collage with Spanish flamenco dancer and two models wearing the Dior Cruise collection presented in Seville.

Maria Grazia Chiuri wrote a love letter to Spanish history and culture by presenting in Seville the Dior Cruise 2023 collection inspired by the flamenco dancer Carmen Amaya, AKA La Capitana. Most precisely, the creative director of the French luxury house chose the famous Plaza de España as the runway. And the fabulous baroque square

Summer outfits inspired by our favourite cocktails Bottoms up!

collage with yellow floral dress, yellow swimsuit, a straw bag and pastel green slippers inspired by the colours of a marguerita cocktail

As summer approaches, bringing us sunny days, it also brings all sorts of outdoor events like garden parties, tennis tournaments, regattas, and horse races, not to mention street parties. At the Platinum Jubilee Street Party in Vienna last week, sipping a delicious Pimm’s brought me memories of the colourful outfits and fabulous OTT hats at

4 retro airport looks that are absolutely timeless Travel in style.

Woman wearing a retro and timeless airport look.

So, you’re ready to travel. Your suitcase is packed; you have your ticket and passport. Now, you just need to pick the right outfit for the trip. First, of course, comfort is a must, especially on long flights. But you don’t want to look like you are in your pyjamas. So, get inspired by these

The Handbag Clinic: A longer life for your luxury bag. Restore & revamp.

Red Gucci bag in detail under a glass magnifier

Buying a new luxury designer bag is always a treat, but more than that, we love taking good care of the ones we already have to give handbags a longer life. And the good thing about luxury totes, like Chanel, is that they can last a lifetime and even be passed down to the next

Time to buy your summer vacation capsule wardrobe. Dresses, bikinis and Co.

Woman on a summer vacation trip wearing hat and swimwear from her capsule wardrobe.

Knowing how to travel light is an art that very few master. And, whenever I spot a woman leaving for a summer vacation trip with a small suitcase, I’m certain she knows how to have a capsule wardrobe. Moreover, I assure you she’ll be the one sporting great looks during her vacation instead of those

The 10 Mother’s Day gifts for fashionable mums Ageless and cool.

Fashionable mother putting on her sunglasses.

As Mother’s Day approaches, many of you are still in the dark, thinking about the best way to show your love for your mum and find the perfect gift to brighten her special day. And since women over 40 and 50 are trendier than ever, we selected the ten best Mother’s Day gifts for fashionable

Seven outfits ideas for cold sunny days Key pieces to update your wardrobe.

Woman wearing a spring bouclé outfit, a good idea for cold sunny days.

Although the weather is still a little cold, we’re already dreaming of springtime, and we’re sure you’re too. But instead of buying a whole new wardrobe, we’re looking for statement pieces that will transform the winter and spring garments we already have into contemporary and fashionable looks. So, inspired by the trends we spotted at

The best bags to accompany you back to the office Next season trends.

collage with models from Miu Miu and Balenciaga spring summer 2022 collection showing the best office bag trends

After quite a long break from the office, there is one specific item that I’m especially looking forward to taking out of the wardrobe again, my bags. Because let’s face it, we haven’t really had many opportunities to carry one of the women’s favourite accessories during the pandemic and home office. So, now that life

There is this AW 21-22 bag trend that is so handy Bigger is better.

model with a big bag from Sunnei AW 21-22 collection

Through the years of fashion trends, styles of handbag come and go. From casual canvas totes to sporty nylon crossbodies, to oversized satchels, to micro-mini baguette bags (sorry, Jacquemus Chiquito): purses are some of the most dynamic pieces in the fashion world. But there is a bag trend for AW 21- 22 that is a

We need to share with you the new It-bag we found on IG. We love it.

Model wearing a black dress and yellow raffia bag from Prada from Farfetch onlineshop

Every now and then, we have some accessory that becomes the most sought-after item that every fashion-savvy woman seems to have. This year; it’s unanimous. Instagrammers and fashion aficionados are carrying the new it-bag of summer 2021, a Prada raffia crochet tote. However, we are going to wear this bag throughout Fall 2021 as well.