This past weekend I celebrated my birthday with family and friends out in the Palm Springs desert. It couldn’t have been a more perfect celebration, getting to spend time with those I love. I’m always so excited that my birthday falls on this time of year because it’s the start to Summer, which means its time for Summer fashion trends to emerge. My incredibly sweet husband gifted me this amazing bag for my b-day this year, and I am obsessed. I think the Bone color is absolutely perfect for Summer as we always see more whites and ivory colors popping up in fashion during this time of year (in between Memorial Day and Labor Day as it’s traditionally gone). After I sprayed my purse with a suede protector to shield it from stains and water contact (I like to use Synovia Suede & Nubuck Leather Protector), I was able to fit all the necessities I like to carry with me in my purse. I always joke I carry a ‘Mary Poppins’ bag with me as I always like to be prepared, and need something that sits comfortably on my shoulder, but is also sturdy enough to hold everything. This bag is definitely a way to go if you’re like me. I can also fit my laptop in it, which is so convenient for travel. To grab your Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet ‘Andrew Suede Hobo Bag’ in Bone, go to Shopbop.com. (More colors available of this bag on www.aliceandolivia.com, in stores, and other online outlets).