April showers bring May flowers

I am sure you are expecting some rain this month.
I use the rain as an excuse so I don't have to get outside and run.
But why not dance & splash in the rain instead?!  I know a handsome little 2 year old who would love to join me.

Sin título #934 by solespejismo featuring burberries

Trying to pack light?  I know it's totally impossible right!
But here are some tips on how to mix and match pieces to maximize outfits.

Long weekend at country cottage by mrs-box featuring a printed cardigan

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Don't Slouch and Rocker Bag: Back in Stock!

Get em' while it's hot!

The "Don't Slouch" and the "Rocker Bag" are FINALLY back in stock.

We know you've been waiting patiently for them to arrive.

We can't promise how long they will stay in stock! But they here now!

MelissaBeth Gets a Facelift.... that's the website not the designer!

If you haven't already noticed MelissaBeth.com got a facelift!

We feel 10 years younger already!!

Our new website isn't just about looking good (although our new website is v. pretty!) - now when you shop its WAY easier to find what you are looking for.

Check out our list of cool new features that make shopping online a breeze!

1) Sort by size or sort by color

If you are like me than you know what you want, so just click on the top right sort by laptop size by or color section and you can easily see a list of items that fit your criteria.

2) Refer a Friend

When you refer a friend to our website (and they make a purchase) we send you a free gift certificate for $25.00! Who knew making money was this easy!

3) Product Views

Want to see every angle of our products? Just click on our alternate views to check out additional views.

4) Retailers Section

Want to check out a bag in person? Check out our new retailers section which helps you find a store closest to you. You can even view the stores on google maps.

5) Featured product section

Like to be the in the know? Now with our specialized feature product section and easy access to our newsletter you can be the first to know the latest deals at Melissa Beth

Finally Jake gets it right

Finally Jake dumps Vienna... As if anyone is surprised!

Well, I am actually surprised how long it took for them to break up! And poor girl. Just when her hair was starting to look less "yellow".

Maybe Ali and Jake will somehow reunite?!

Pretty is Back

Melissa Beth's Pretty Printed Sleeves are now back in stock at www.melissabeth.com

The Pretty Printed Laptop Sleeve is the perfect neoprene case to house your precious laptop.

Designed with a custom MB print, soft fleece inside lining, and super thick neoprene this laptop sleeve is more than just a pretty face!

Prices range from $29.50-$39.50

Available in 4 sizes:

10.2"/ipad/netbook

13"

14-15.4"

17"

Get em while you can!! These babies keep selling out!!

Melissa Shoes + Vivienne Westwood = Jelly Shoes for Babies

People sometimes ask us if Melissa Beth is the same as Melissa Shoes?

Well, we are definitely not the same company!! But we do like her name!

With baby on the brain, I am loving Melissa Shoes and Vivienne Westwood's newest creation... Baby Jellies.

Melissa Shoes launches their first "mini collection" and it couldn't be any sweeter.

We are happy to know Melissa's around the world are doing their part in taking the ordinary and making it extraordinary!

Melissa Beth @ The Clothing Show in Toronto

Hey Torontonians!

Come check out Melissa Beth at the Clothing Show this weekend at The Better Living Center near the Exhibition in Toronto.

Come say hi - we'll be @ Booth 449.

We will be selling our laptop bags, laptop sleeves, make up cases and MORE!

Take advantage of our sample sale and discounted discontinued items!!

The show is Friday 3-9, Saturday 11-8 and Sunday 11-7.

See you there!

Melissa :)

New Retailer in Ottawa

Melissa Beth has finally landed in Ottawa- at the Ottawa Leather Goods Store.

"Ottawa Leather Goods reputation spans over 80 years of providing the best products with uncompromising service at competitive prices."

Visit their website Or store location @ 179 Sparks Street.

BisBuzz: Tip of the week

Small business owners:

My tip to you, is "when you can - pay by credit card!"

Charge it! It may not seem like an obvious choice, but credit cards offer many benefits for small businesses

1) If you do not get your goods/products/services you ordered from a company

Maybe they went bankrupt THIS RECENTLY HAPPENED TO ME!, or they just failed to ship you the goods or your products just arrived damaged. If the company will not fix your problem you can file a chargeback and in most cases you will win.

2) You get an extra 30 days on paying your credit card bill

3) You may get points for air miles or travel. Why not get a free trip somewhere when you spend money?!

4) You will have an extremely accurate record of your expenses

5) Build business credit.

"A small business credit card provides a newly established business the opportunity to build business credit. This will be useful in the future as your business grows and you need capital in the form of credit lines or loans". Although you may not need a line of credit or a loan, you may need it one day in the future and building your credit can help you in the future when you grow your business.

However, make sure you pay your credit card bill on time, as credit card fees can be extremely costly!

Melissa Beth hits Signapore

Quintessentials is the newest store to carry Melissa Beth this season.

This ultra chic boutique is carrying the complete Melissa Beth collection.

Bina, Quintesstional's owner says "Our store is a multi-brand handbag and jewellery store we introduce new brands, looks and trends before they hit the mainstream. Some of the lines we have bought may have been just on the verge of media acclaim - Dewi Kroell, Botkier, Fiona Paxton, Kotur over the past few years. Our customers enjoy the pleasure of owning new "discoveries" and labels. We specialise in the unique, the quirky and the cool and because we buy in limited quantities they also enjoy being the only ones on this tiny island carrying or using their "discovery"."

InStyle's Best Dressed at the Grammys

source: cnn.com

All eyes were on Lady Gaga at this year's Grammys and, as expected, pop's newest sensation pulled off something most unexpected: a partnership with the last designer anyone would ever have dreamed of pairing her with -- Giorgio Armani.

In fact, the self-installed Queen of the Fame Monsters, whose crystal-shard-in-your-face stage antics are as deliberately avant-garde as they are rivetingly entertaining, was outfitted not once, but three times in out-of-this-galaxy Swarovski-drenched outfits by the venerable white-haired lion of Milan.

To Read more click link (INSTYLE's BEST DRESSED AT THE GRAMMYS)

To see Gaga live check out the video below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7CrIvrikFU

Golden Globe Trends: How real people can benefit!

Come on, we all watched it... the Golden Globes, like it or not, predicts the trends consumers will crave for the next few months.

So besides the crazy cleavages that many celebs did not hesitate to bare (umm, Mariah you know what I am talking about!) mostly the Globes inspires our color choices and elements of design.

Top 3 trends

1. Neutrals

As seen by many celebs its okay to be neutral/sheer. It's sexy without baring it all.

How can real people follow this trend?

Its about simplicity with intricate fabrics, shapes and design.

2. Colorize your accessories

Check out Courtney Cox's and Julianne Moore's gorgeous earrings (I think they are the almost same, whose getting fired over that one!)

Both ladies are dressed in black, but know how that color and $100,000 earrings (or more) can truly make an outfit.

Real people can follow this trend?

Add pops of color to their wardrobe with pops of color in their bags, purses, shoes, scarves and jewelry.

3. Be unique

No celeb would be caught dead wearing the same dress as another leading lady. Have fun with fashion and give your wardrobe a touch of you. These celebs look like no one else and have embodied fashion in way that relates to their personalities.

How can real people follow this trend?

Be yourself and have fun with color and fashion.

Hang out with people that inspire YOU

MBD's been hard at work at Bryant Park Holiday Shops!

Its been really great- except for the days with freezing rain!

We love interacting with our customers (yes thats you!) and meeting new vendors.

We get a lot of inspiration and ideas from conversations that we have with you.

So stop by and tell us your thoughts!!

Angela, of Om Aroma and Savor the Success is one of my new fav friends at Bryant Park. Her luxury skin care line is super fab and she has a business dedicated to women entrepreneurs.

She is quite amazing. She has a two month old and still manages to run 2 very successful businesses

This week- she gave me a shout out on her vlog.

Check it out.

Melissa Beth Pop Up Shop in New York

On a mission to conquer the boring bag world, Melissa Beth has a great pop-up shop this holiday season in New York City.

Stop by Bryant Park, K13 (40th in between 5th and 6th), from November 6th- January 3rd and check out our latest designs (some of which are not even on the website yet)!!

Bryant Park has a magical shopping market, FREE skating rink and 40 foot christmas tree that will make your holiday season and shopping magical!

The Proposal

My love for Ryan Reynolds has grown even stronger now that I have seen the Proposal.

Who would have thought this Van Wilder hottie would still be making ladies go "ga-ga" for all these years?! Is he Canadian too, or am I dreaming?

Check out this great picture of Ryan holding a Melissa Beth bag on the new DVD cover of the Proposal. Okay, so this may be super-imposed but how else can I rant about Ryan Reynolds- I had to make it somewhat relevant..

Net Book Makeover

I recently saw my friends net-book (10.2") laptop sleeve which came with her laptop. I' am sorry to say it was terrible! Is this really the protection that laptop companies are offering their customers?

Dell, Samsung, Acer- you are all guilty!

I know times are tough, but this laptop sleeve was a joke! The neoprene on this laptop sleeve was so thin (it might have even been imitation neoprene), there was no padding, no zipper, no style, and most definitely this failed to offer any protection if the laptop was dropped. You can see from the pic I folded this net book laptop sleeve like it was a piece of paper.

Lucky for her I had one of Melissa Beth's new 10.2" netbook Pretty Printed laptop sleeves.

Thanks guys- Keep making those ugly laptop sleeves and bags!!

Making over one laptop at a time :)

Aromachology's Custom Fragrances

Just when you think that everything brilliant has already been discovered, another brand pops into the limelight and you can't help but think- that's brilliant! Aromachology, which means the psychology of scent, has finally answered woman's quest for customization with their new custom fragrances. I popped into their exclusive pop-up shop at the Four Seasons in Toronto, and was super impressed with my custom blend. This new scent is definitely giving my Burberry brit some competition. There are 5 base scents (which double as stand alone fragrances) and you pick characteristics you are, or want to embody, to be mixed into your fragrance on the spot.

I am "Totally Edible Gourmand" mixed with "inspiring", "focused" and "cheerful". I would have ordered some "patience" but it wasn't on the menu.

Toronto gals- you should definitely stop in. Need an extra incentive? You literally have the best star gazing spot in the city during the Toronto Film Fest. I am going back Monday to stock up on gifts and possibly stalk some celebs! The Toronto store is open until September 19th. Can't make it? Don't worry- You can find them at Henri Bendels on 5th Ave in NYC this October.

mmmm... I am literally still smelling myself.. Yum!

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Beautiful Life Sara Paxton hearts MB

Check out this season's hottest new show "The Beautiful Life" with one of our favorite celebs: Sara Paxton!

The show premieres September 16th and it's destined to be a huge hit with celebs like Mischa Barton and hotties Nico Tortorella & Ben Hollingsworth.

I love this fab picture of Sara with our sky blue Pocket Full of Puter laptop bag.