Showing posts with label laptop bags. Show all posts
Showing posts with label laptop bags. Show all posts

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

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 :)

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

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.


Friday, February 5, 2010

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"."




Saturday, January 9, 2010

Back to the Future Gadgets and Gizmos


Laptop technology just keeps getting cooler and cooler!! It's such an exciting time to design new laptop bags and tablet cases for all these cool tech savvy gadgets. Lately I feel like all those Back to the Future 2 sci-fi inventions (when MJ Fox goes to the future) actually all exist. Well, except for flying cars!

Well, the Lenova Idea Pad Hybrid laptop/tablet is no flying car but it's definitely Back to the Future worthy. I may even need to watch the movie again to see if they had something as cool. The Screen on the Lenovo IdeaPad actually detaches (without any screws or hinges) and becomes a tablet. When you attach the screen you still have the functionality of a key board. The design alone is extremely sleek (you will win me over with cool design any day!) and it's been getting a lot of praise for its tech savvy features at CES. Launches spring 2010. To read more click the article link below.



Saturday, December 26, 2009

Melissa Beth Laptop Bags for the 13" MacBook

One of the hottest holiday gifts this season is the 13" Macbook Pro (which now comes in silver instead of black and white) so its not only ultra high tech but also super sleek.

So which Melissa Beth laptop bags are the best for the 13" Macbook?
While all of our laptop bags do accommodate the 13" Macbook, here are some of my fav Melissa Beth laptop totes that I use when I carry my own 13" Macbook.


Inspired by its big sister the 'Pocket full of 'Puter (sounds like pewter for computer) this mini laptop bag fits the 13" Macbook perfectly. Available in bright colors, this bag is not for the boring!


The small slim tote is a mini bag with a super thick foam padded laptop compartment. Adorable printed and thick quilted liner makes this cute laptop bag a must for all.


The pretty printed laptop sleeve has been really popular since its debut in People Magazine last month. The 13" sleeve (available in 3 prints) is the perfect fit the 13" Macbook. This neoprene sleeve is great because you can easily toss your laptop in any of your existing bags and your laptop is still protected!

Need help finding a laptop bag for your laptop?
Email us at sales@melissabeth.com and we can help you find an appropriate fit.




Monday, November 9, 2009

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!

Monday, October 26, 2009

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..




Thursday, October 22, 2009

What's the WagJag?

What's the Wagjag and why should Canadians get excited?!


WagJag.com is a fun, exciting, and lucrative place that offers you and your friends amazing deals on the coolest events, restaurants, fashion finds, activities and adventures. We can offer major deals because we assemble a group of buyers - bulk buying power! - and only activate the deal if enough people join in before the clock stops ticking. If you buy something from WagJag.com, and I think you are going to find the deals very compelling, you will not be charged until enough people buy it.


WagJag.com is meant to be fun and to be shared with others – friends, family and colleagues – after all, you can only get the deal if enough people sign up, so it makes sense to spread the news.

The site will be launching sometime over the next few weeks. In the meantime, I invite you to sign up to become a WagJagger at www.wagjag.com so you will receive email alerts about offers in your city. Simply enter your email address, choose your city, click submit and confirm by clicking on the link in the email you will receive. You can also join the facebook and follow them on twitter.

Share the site with your friends - trust me, they will thank someone for showing it to them...so, you might as well take the credit!

Who knows... you may even see a Melissa Beth deal on wagjag.com!!





Sunday, October 4, 2009

Melissa Beth Photoshoot

After a long day we managed to get some great lifestyle shots.
The on again, off again rain made it tough but our models were troopers.
Thanks to our beautiful models, fab make up artist, wonderful hubby/photographer and the best photo assistant/stylist ever (Julia this is you)!!

Check out some of my fav shots!



Wednesday, September 16, 2009

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 :)



Wednesday, September 2, 2009

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.


Thursday, August 27, 2009

More Magazine





I was very happy to see 2 of my favorite MB bags featured in More Magazine this month..

Check out the feature! 

Okay- so there were a few other bags on the page.  But, if you are one of the five people who read my blog you know from my previous posts that I was only practicing my photoshop skills by editing the other bags off the page :)


Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Graduation Gifts for Tech Savvy Fashionistas

So your little girl is graduating high school, college, university, post grad or elementary school. These days she is so into her laptop, facebook, twitter and anything technology related you wonder if you will ever be able to relate to her.


Well, here are five sure fire ways to not only relate to your tech savvy gal, but also get her a graduation gift she will love to bits.   Grads- you can thank us later! 

1. The new iphone  What young lady wouldn't love the new iphone? You might even want one for yourself! There are so many new cool applications that will make your young lady's life a lot easier at the touch of a button! You can even track her whereabouts at all times through google mobile friend tracker if you have one too!

2. Netbook Now that your graduated girl is moving up the ladder in life she will clearly need to be connected. Technologically connected that is. It's no surprise that these cute light weight netbooks (mini 8"-10.2" laptops) are the fastest growing area in computers.  There has been evidence to suggest that females are noted as heavier users of laptops than their male counterparts. So of course, any gal, at any age would jump at the chance to own a light weight, easy to carry laptop.  I think Toshiba is even making them in pink.

3. Laptop Sleeve Now that your girly grad is fully understanding her laptop why not keep her laptop pretty protected with a feminine laptop sleeve . Be sure to get one that has ample foam protection and reflects her feminine side.  Check out our luxe laptop sleeves and velour laptop sleeves.   Need a netbook laptop sleeve?  Not to worry- check back with us in August (or email us to pre-order) when our new pretty printed neoprene netbook laptop sleeves will be available. 

4. Skype Credits So is your graduated darling leaving town? Nervous she wont call you? One of the best and most affordable ways to keep in touch is through Skype. You can video conference through your computer for free once you have account. Okay, so you may be "old-school" and prefer a typical phone call. Buy her some skype credits and she will be able to call you from her computer for much less than using a regular phone. And since most parents help out with the bills these days for college kids- you will be able to save a little and stay connected?!

5. Still can't decide?  How about a gift card to her favorite mall or online store. She will be able to buy anything she likes and it will save you a trip because you wont have to do a return.

Good luck gift givers.   

Don't stress to much- it's the thought that counts!


Monday, June 22, 2009

What does the color of your laptop bag say about you?

Are you attracted to a particular color?   
Ever wonder why you've been dying for a colorful laptop bag?

Thanks to us (Melissa Beth) - women have choices when it comes to laptop bags. The color of a woman's laptop bag has a huge impact on what this portrays about her style.  Find out what your laptop bag (or future laptop bag) says about your personal style.

BLACK


Okay, so you chose the typical black laptop bag. A black laptop bag can sometimes be extremely stylish- it depends on my variables. Not all black laptop bags are boring and drab. Fabric and texture play a large role in determining if your black laptop bag is a chic power-house or a desperate cry for help. 

If you just love black here is what it means.  Black laptop bags can represent power, sophistication and wealth.  In some cases it can also reflect a void and a feeling of sadness.  If are you experiencing a void and emptiness in your work wear, it's time to ditch the "blah" bag that came with your laptop!






BLUE


Blue is associated with pure qualities. You have very definitive characteristics.  A blue laptop bag indicates you are loyal, feminine, peaceful, tech savvy, sometimes quiet, calm and stable.







GREEN

Green reminds us of nature. If you have a green laptop bag you are an environmentalist at heart, youthful and full of good luck. You have an competitive edge that keeps your colleagues and friends on their toes.












PURPLE


Purple often reminds us of royalty. If you are sporting a purple laptop bag you have a regal essence, you are wise beyond your years and spiritual. You are an expert in your field and people look to you for your advice.





PINK


Most women love pink. Pink reminds you of love- so if you have a pink laptop bag you must love being in love and of course, you love your laptop bag. Pink is youthful and energetic. You are flirty, full of life, feminine. You want to stand out from the crowd.




Although color is not the only determinant when picking a laptop bag, one must consider fabric, weight, function, overall style and price. Melissa Beth offers a variety of different options for women looking for a colorful and functional laptop bag. Don't see one that works for you? Send us an email at sales@melissabeth.com and let us know what you would like to see our next laptop bag.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Should you jump in?

Several people I know have recently decided to start to their own business and have been asking me the same question:  
Should I start a business? 
How do I know if I am making the right decision?

Well I will start by saying starting a business is tough stuff and it can be even tougher in today's world.

One of my passions is business and I LOVE fellow entrepreneurs.   So I will share my thoughts and on whether you should leap into entrepreneurship.

When I started my business I had a plan, although it was simple and I had a very small capital investment I still decided to jump into the water.  I would either sink or swim.  The beginning was definitely a scary and exciting time. Sometimes I still feel like I may drown.   For the past five years I have been swimming along.  I have faced many waves (sometimes they felt like Tsunami's banging at my door) and I have managed to keep moving forward.  

Don't give up when times are tough.. just sit back, revise and get excited.  If you aren't excited about your business- trust me, no one else is going to be! 

I am still extremely passionate about eliminating all the "blah" laptop bags in the world. Melissa Beth Designs has moved on to take on drab make up cases, travel bags and laptop sleeves as well!   

My advice to new entrepreneurs and/or business owners is as follows:

Try to love the bad days as much as you love the good.  
Be creative   - it will help you problem solve and market your business
Don't get caught up in the day to day grind
Toot your own horn once in a while- it may be a while before anyone else does
Have a plan.  You wouldn't jump in the water without knowing how to swim.  
 
So, are you still on the fence of whether you should take the plunge into the unknown?
Here are five simple ways to know if you are truly ready for the challenge.

1) All you think about is your business idea.  

2)  You have bounced your idea around to mentors and friends.   AND even when you get the "sure that's a great idea" with undertones of  you'll never make it!- it just fuels you to go for it anyway.

3) You have a business plan AND you are ready to change your plan and adapt.   My advice to all new business owners is that no matter how knowledgeable you are, you cannot possibly foresee every problem.  You have to be open to learn, adapt and go with the flow.

4) You have enough knowledge about the industry that when you jump in the water you at least know the temperature.  You also have enough capital to create a website, marketing materials and  products.

5) You are committed, passionate and creative.  I think these are the 3 fundamental attributes that a lot of entrepreneurs have in common.    

Good luck and keep us posted!  




Friday, June 12, 2009

Toshiba goes PINK

"While the netbook space is getting really, really crowded, there still aren’t all that many many pink ones. Ok, so HP and LG have one, but that isn’t that many. Toshiba’s miniNB205-N310 is the latest netbook to get its pink on, metallic pink to be specific - with a textured finish and a chrome hinge. Other available colors include sable brown, frost white, and indigo blue. But for those of you who aren’t so colorful, there is the blackNB205-N210. The netbook’s list of specs are pretty standard - you get a 10″ screen, Windows XP Home, a 1.66 Atom processor, 1GB of ram, and 160GB hard drive in a package weighing 2.9lbs. The NB205 also boasts a battery life of up to 9 hours, which sounds like a lot of bragging. But if it can pull that battery life off - it’d be a netbook to beat". 









For the full article please visit 

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Where in the world is your Melissa Beth bag?

I recently traveled to Nepal and India with my husband and had the most wonderful experience.   
As I was looking through our photos I noticed my favorite Melissa Beth bags in almost every shot.

This inspired me to start a new contest on our blog called "Where in the world is your Melissa Beth bag?".   

Send your favorite photos to us at sales@melissabeth.com and if your picture is selected you could win $100.00 gift card to our online store.   We will post the winners pictures online. There is no limit to how many pictures you can submit and we will select winners until the end of 2009.

Check out some of my pictures from Nepal & India below.   

#1
Amer Fort, Jaipur India
(Don't Slouch bag)







#2
Taj Mahal, Agra, India
(Grey Don't Slouch Bag)




#3
Golden Temple, Amritsar India
(Grey Don't Slouch Bag)



#4
Namache Bazaar, Nepal 
(Eggplant Weekend Bag)



#5
Chitwan National Park, Nepal
(Chocolate Brown Belt it Out Bag)

Send us your best travel pics! 



Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Win a Free Luxe Laptop Sleeve

We've decided to host another give-a-way.

This month you have the chance to win a free laptop sleeve.   Tell us why your laptop needs to be "pretty protected" TM.

 The Luxe Laptop Sleeve is designed for the stylish woman who demands only the best in quality and fashion. No more black, boring and BLAH laptop sleeves! You have style and so should your laptop. 

Caution: This laptop sleeve is not for the boring. Please use daringly! 

Be sure to enter by June 1, 2009.   We give extra points for creativity! 

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Lou Lou Deals


Check out Lou Lou Magazine this month for a special coupon code. 
You can save when shopping online @ 

Receive an additional 25% off  on regularly priced items

Okay, I'll save you the trouble of getting up.   

Use coupon code: "loulou" to redeem your discount. 

Offer expires May 28th 2009.