A trips worth of Vera!

Last weekend I was in Northern California to go to a wedding.  I always take a lot of Vera with me and this trip was no exception.  The only two pieces that matched were my new 3 Pocket Tote and Double ID Wristlet in Happy Snails, the rest was a crazy assortment.  You can definitely say that I am not matchy-matchy.  The other bags - Metropolitan in Deco Daisy, Ditty Bag in Pinwheel Pink, Small Bow Cosmetic in Riviera Blue, Large Cosmetic in Raspberry Fizz, Jewelry Case in Pink Pansy, CLutch in Vera Vera, Tech Case in Poppy Fields.  And yeah, you might have noticed that is not a Vera in the back, I didnt want to move it out of the picture, plus it is a great bag!  It is an Adventure Duffel from LL Bean.  It was on sale for $25!!! It is probably about the same size as a Large Duffel, but it is a medium.  And I can check it and not worry about my cotton bag getting ruined! Wonderful. And it still stands out on the luggage carousel.  

LOTS of Vera! 

One of the questions that I get the most is why do I love Vera Bradley bags.  I love them because they are colorful, fun, light, easy to take care of bags.  But while I was walking through the airport I realized another reason that I have always liked Vera Bradley bags.  It is the same reason that Barbara and Patricia started making them...we need feminine luggage! I love that even if I am just wearing jeans and a t-shirt I can use a Vera Bradley bag and still feel feminine! Genius! I do love me some Vera! 

Vera Bradley Outlet - Leesburg, VA

Sunday I had some free time on my hands so I decided to head out to the Vera Bradley Outlet in Leesburg, VA. I had a coupon for $20 off a purchase of $65 or more, so that was some extra motivation to drive out there. My Garmin said that it would take about 40 minutes, but it took me about an hour. That is one thing about living in the DC area...it takes longer to get everywhere! In California I would always beat the time that google maps would tell me, but here I have to add time on to my trip.

It was totally worth it though! The store had 20% off all bags and totes! Bonus! I picked up some great stuff! I bought a Pleated Tote for my friend Amber as a thank you for driving across country with me! She knows this is coming because I called her to ask what color she wanted :) I really wanted another Hipster to wear around DC this summer when I go check stuff out, so I got one in a color that I think is perfect for summer - Hope Garden. I didnt have a bag in that color yet, so I was pretty happy. The next bag I got kind of surprised me, first because I dont really care for Sittin' in a Tree and second because I assumed that these were sold out - Boardwalk Handheld. It was a limited edition collection made with the Sittin' in a Tree print. The bag is a canvas and has the inside print printed on the outside. It has a nice leather handle and the bag has a sheen to it. I love it! Plus it was on clearance for $16.99 (org. $55). Then I walked past the Audrey bags and I had to pick up one for a special little someone! :) I also picked up two Pocket Papers. And somehow I forgot to take a picture of my Paprika Lanyard. I got it to wear to the Bike MS event we have coming up at work next month.

So let me just tell you what a great deal that I got at the outlet! I added up how much my stuff would have normally retailed for and it came to $245! Yikes. But I only paid $104! And that counts the tax that I paid! What an amazing deal, I love a good deal! So I saved 58% off of the retail price. Oh happy day!

I have to tell you the women were so friendly and helpful this time around! The first time they didnt seem that interested in me and Amber, but this time I was greeted when I walked in and when I asked where the Pleated Totes were the woman had another woman show me where they were. When my hands got full and I was trying to talk to my mom or Amber on the phone one of them swooped in with a shopping bag for me to load everything up in. Also I really wanted that Paprika lanyard and they helped me dig through the pile looking for one. When we couldnt find one someone found me one from the back. I had a great time shopping there...I just wish that it was closer! Although, I cant really complain about it being an hour away. Plus it is a really nice drive through the country roads.

Check out my pictures of my purchases...I forgot to take pictures at the store...oops!

Outlet!!! Woo Hoo!

All the new bags! Except my lanyard which I forgot to take out of the bag.

The Boardwalk Handheld! I love it!

The back of the bag has a zipper.

The inside is lined with the print that is normally on the outside.

My new Hipster! I picked this one because it had 3 big pink flowers on the front :)

Super Cute little Audrey bag!

Vera Bradley Colors on Sale - Purple Punch, Poppy Fields and Sittiniin a Tree

It is time for more colors to be added to the sale list. Purple Punch, Sittin' in a Tree and Poppy Fields are now on sale for 25% off! Also there are a few styles that will be retiring, so stock up if any of these are your favorites: Lisa B, Reversible Tote, Morgan and Maggie. I am a little partial to the Morgan. I only have one, but it was from my first visit to a Signature Store. Click here to go to vb.com and check out the new sale items. Side note: Vera Bradley sent me a Spring 2011 catalog. It is different than the one that they sent me in January, but has some of the same photos and it is just weird timing. I feel like I should be receiving the Summer 2011 catalog since the release is later this month. Maybe I will post pictures from the catalog this weekend.

Vera Sighting - TV

Wow, I missed this the first time I watched Glee from two weeks ago! This has to be a Poppy Fields bag, my guess is a Miller.

I hope everyone is having a great Thanksgiving!
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Vera Sighting

My sister says this is Vera Bradley overload. Popy Fileds.
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Beth bought her 1st Vera!

My new wallet!

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Vera Sighting!

Nina and Colleen had a double Vera Sighting in Las Vegas! Two bags in Poppy Fields, a Large Duffel and a Mail Bag! Good eye!

Vera @ Barnes and Noble

Missy took some pictures of Vera at Barnes and Noble. Some of the items available at Barnes and Noble are only available there. Like book covers and a slightly smaller size tote.

Vera Bradley Signtings!

I had 4 Vera Bradley sightings tonight at work, but I didn’t have my BlackBerry with me.

I saw an Emma in Poppy Fields, Hobo in Java Blue, Handbag in Chelsea and Small Tic Tac in Mod Floral Blue. The Emma bag is pretty cute. She didnt have the drawstring pulled tight, she had the top open. It looks like it would probably be too small for me, but it would be fun to have one!

So many good deals!

There are so many good deals right now! You already know that Cupcakes Pink and Cupcakes Green are on sale. They will be on sale online until they run out and in stores until March 17th. I have always wanted to buy placemats, so I think that I am finally going to get some in Cupcakes Green!

Right now you can get free shipping on all online orders over $75 until March 17th.

Next week in stores they will be offering Patchwork Quickstep Wallet. It is $15 with any purchase and will be available from March 15th to March 29th. It will be in all 4 of the spring colors. I am going to get one in Poppy Fields! I am such a sucker for a gift with purchase!

Charleston Tote, Patchwork done right!

Last week Vera Bradley came out with their new patchwork bags and I was so excited! I have been waiting for the Charleston Tote since someone posted a picture of it online from the spring look book. So I called the Vera Bradley Signature Store in Glendale on Wednesday and by Friday I had my new tote!

In the past Vera Bradley has combined the different patterns that were released that season all together to create their patchwork. I haven’t been too fond of them because the patterns don't always go that well together. Plus people already tell me my bags are crazy and colorful, well just imagine 4 patterns all mashed together. Well this season they got it right! They combined the main outside print with the coordinating pattern that lines the inside of the bag! The combination is amazing! They always have a great coordinating pattern on the inside and now it is on display for everyone to see. I bought the Charleston Tote in Poppy fields and I am totally in love with it!