Jennifer Lawrence is on top of the world right now! This chic and talented lady has caught both Hollywood and the fashion world by storm. She’s the star of the box office hit The Hunger Games and is now the face of Dior handbags. Whatever she touches turns to gold! Lawrence also has a seriously chic off duty style. Her style is effortless and  minimal while still maintaining a classic and womanly look.

Being the face for Dior handbags, Lawrence is guaranteed to have a closet full of beautiful purses! In her off duty, everyday style, she seems to really gravitate toward simple, neutral colored, carryall totes. These bags are perfect for her hectic day to day activities as a modern day movie star.

Many women are emulating this fashion icon’s amazing style for its chic, yet simple appeal. Lawrence is never all dolled up outside of work yet she always looks sophisticated and put together. A perfect look for any woman.

Open Runway can help you capture Jennifer Lawrences look. We have an array of neutral colors tans – darks and lights, and all of our bags are room enough to carry all your needs. Below are a few we designed to get that Jennifer Lawrence look:

The Demi Hobo we created with a neutral gray really gives off that chic Jennifer Lawrence vibe. It is laid back enough to look effortless, while having the hot hobo silhouette to give it that fashion forward kick.

The Downtown Side Satchel we created in a warm honey color is ideal for Jennifer Lawrences classic neutral outfits. The handbag also has a rustic vibe which she seems to love in her off duty style. The pocket in the back add a little more style and flair while making the bag that much more versatile and useable. This bag is a perfect Jennifer Lawrence inspiration.

Jennifer Lawrence is on top of the fashion and film world right now! Get her look with Open Runway!

We know that women, especially Open Runway women, are always busy. From work, to home, to school, to meetings, we are always on the go! Because of this, we wanted to create  handbags that have versatility and  function while still being chic and wearable. We have spent countless hours making sure that these bags are stylish, beautiful, well made and above all else useable in every facet of your life. Our selection of handbag designs allow for easy day to night transition. Thy have great space for carrying all your important stuff while still looking put together and professionally chic. We have an amazing array of luxury, Italian leathers to customize what you want. What can be better than that!

Our Belted Shopper Bag in Black Suede looks beautiful on any women’s arm. The bag is structured to pull every outfit together but allows for a great amount of room inside to carry whatever you need. The outside pocket adds convenience for putting a small wallet or cell phone. This bag can take you from days in the office to nights out on the town in a blink of an eye.

Our Demi Hobo in White Leather also adds a cute, bohemian edge to your outfits. The hobo brings a laid back vibe for a day, out-to-lunch bag, but can easily be used as a carry all for an afternoon meeting or outing out with the kids. The hobo is spacious enough to carry all of your belongings, yet it is never bulky. The single strap adds for increased support for the bag and easy usage.

These are only two of many silhouettes, leathers and designs. Log on to www.openrunway.com/create to create your own customizable, versatile tote today!

While we are always obsessed with all the newest and coolest fashion trends that we can incorporate into our day to day on the go life, one of these trends we just can’t get enough is color blocking.

courtesy of Lovely Nail Art Blog

From the runway of Paris fashion week to Newbury Street store windows and chic women out lunching, color blocking is everywhere! While the trend can be done simply by pairing brights such as a tangerine sweater with a magenta A-line skirt and electric blue heels, topping it all off with a beautiful bright Open Runway tote completes your color blocking look.  Here are a few Open Runway bags that are perfect for this stylish color blocking trend.

The California Fuchsia Tasseled Handbag

Open Runway Tasseled Tote

This beautiful fuchsia handbag is a great color blocking piece. The bright color pops against an already saturated array of colors and complements any bright outfit perfectly.

Another chic color blocking tote, the Charturse Leather and Aquamarine Snake Uptown Bag

Open Runway Uptown Bag

The Uptown bag is an amazing structured bag perfect for color blocking and pulling any outfit together. The chartreuse and aquamarine contrast on the bag accentuates any color blocking outfit. This bag is sure to get you noticed, in all the right ways!

These bags are great for color blocking with any outfit, but can also be worn with any outfit to simply add a touch of color or brighten up your everyday style.

Color blocking and bright bags are the trend right now and we certainly approve!

We at Open Runway are passionate about bringing customizable fashion to every woman’s closet. At Open Runway, you are the designer and we want you to experience the joy of creating and ordering your own bags. Thus we take all customer feedback very seriously and we love to hear it!

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Some things never go out of style, like a classic, nautical, stripped blouse, black ballet flats and a large gold watch. Also added to that list is a beautiful, structured bag.

For some that bag is a small, black  purse and for others it is a large white carry-all, but whatever your style you are sure to create something you love on Open Runway

Here at Open Runway we created a few examples of classic bags for a classic day to night look that will help inspire you to create your own custom classic bag

First we created this Midnight Black Tasseled Tote with Silver Hardware.

This bag is great for taking a look from night to day. It is big enough for all of your day necessities and small enough to be a cute dinner and drinks bag

Pair it with a black blazer, black trousers and statement making heels and you are good to go and looking like you just stepped off a Paris fashion week runway

If black isn’t quite your style, we created this Off-White Leather Gathered Tote with a Gold Chain and Hardware

This bag is beautifully chic and structured and can pull any and every outfit together.

Pair it with a white button down, tan crop pants and a bold colorful necklace for a contemporary, chic, yet still classic work look

We could go on and on about all the classic looks we can create on Open Runway, but you need to try it for yourself. There is a bag design, leather, color, and style for every woman!

Time for you to customize and create the runway!

From left: Calvin Klein Collection, Christian Dior, Rick Owens, Valentino

Leather is undoubtedly one trend that has been showing up in all forms. From the likes of Valentino with their detailed laser cut leather floral dress to Christian Dior’s chic twisted leather off-the-shoulder top, it is undeniable that designers are finding new ways to diversify the possibilities that leather has to offer. Lucky for us the outcomes look soft and spectacular.

I can’t explain why a material that helps  your body stay warm and insulated is such a popular trend this summer, perhaps Rooney Mara, The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, is to blame? Whatever the reason may be, in the summer months leather can be just as luxurious and stylish as it is in the winter and fall. A great place to start incorporating this trend into your wardrobe is through your accessories. If you are looking to give your summer look an ultra chic makeover, adding a new shoe or handbag to your wardrobe can really spice up any look.

Open Runway has a plethora of beautiful soft leather choices to choose from at our design studio. With all the inspiration coming off the runway, I designed some of my own favorite looks that I hope you love, as well.

The options are endless with Open Runway’s design tool. Play around and have some fun making gorgeous leather shoes and handbags all customizable to your own tastes and preferences!

All my best,

Madeline

xx

With all the hype from the new and exciting drama “The Hunger Games,” Hollywood’s up and coming star Jennifer Lawrence has taken the world by storm. The Hunger Games earned $155 million its opening weekend, topping record books and falling right behind huge hits such as Harry Potter.  The Kentucky native was first thrust into the spotlight after her Oscar nomination in 2010 for her lead role in “Winter’s Bone.” There she quickly caught the eyes of the public, when she strutted the red carpet in a tight and sexy red Calvin Klein dress.

Accompanying her rising fame, her wardrobe has made a big hit with the public, setting her out to be a new fashion icon. With the craze of fans and the eyes of all, Jennifer is switching up her looks left and right, and embracing different sides of her feminine appeal. In just one day, the rising actress wore three different outfits!

When she turned up for an appearance on the Late show with David Letterman, Jennifer wore a Raoul pre-fall frock, with strappy Jimmy Choo Sandals. The perfect combination of simple and chic!

Later, she sported a slim fit lacy Prabal Gurung dress, and the same Jimmy Choo pumps! I loved how she paired two very different looks with the same shoe!

Finally, at the opening premiere of The Hunger Games in NYC, Jennifer wore a plunging green Calvin Klein dress, switching up the silhouette and pairing it with a different pair of strappy pumps!

Want to get the ‘It Girl’ look? Head to the Open Runway design studio and create your own ‘it girl’ designs! if you’re not already part of the Fashionocracy, join with registration code myrunway. Share your designs with @Openrunway on Twitter and they may show up on the Open Runway Facebook page! Can’t wait to see the new and improved ‘it girl’ looks!

xoxo ~ Lydia

Living in Boston, I am now for the first time experiencing the craziness that accompanies St. Patrick’s Day. This weekend the whole city will turn green as we celebrate Irish culture and party like there’s no tomorrow!

Celebrities are already taking to the look, making sure to show their true color (green!) and get into the spirit!

Kate Moss (picture cred: marieclaire.com)

Jennifer Connolley (picture cred: Marieclaire.com)

Kim Kardashian (picture cred: wonderwall.com)

Not wanting to be the odd man out, I have been rushing around, throwing outfits together left and right, getting into green mode. Don’t have anything green? Click to our design studio and take a deep breathe, there will be no pinching this year! With all different shades and textures of this bold color, Open Runway has made it easy for you to rock the green in so many ways!

I was so excited I decided to make my own green creations! I can’t wait to see what other fabulous designs are sported this weekend!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Xoxo, Lydia

Hello shoe and handbag crazies! My name is Lydia Gerard and I am one of the new interns at Open Runway! I am currently a first year student at Northeastern University in Boston, majoring in International Business with a minor in International Affairs. I’m 100% obsessed with shoes, and honestly have way too many in my small dorm room to even walk (sometimes). As a stress shopper (a destructive combination), the worst end to a shopping trip is not being able to find something that really ‘wows’ you, and makes you happy. I love the ‘do it yourself’ approach Open Runway has given customers, so you will never walk away unsatisfied! Say goodbye to long hours of shopping and broken hearts!

Since before I can remember I have pored over fashion magazines, creating collages, and blogging about new trends and styles. Right now I am overly excited about feminine style re-emerging, with pleats, bright colors, and a 50’s take on feminine beauty. We have officially moved forward, no longer thinking of traditional modes of femininity as disempowering, but embracing outer beauty as well as individuality and equality.

If I had to describe my personal style, it would be a mix of tribal and earthy designs, with a floral vintage spin. I am very petite- only 5’1, and love to wear chunky heels or platform booties to stand tall. Coming from Dallas, TX, my taste growing up was geared heavily towards respectful and appropriate attire, but now on my own, I am ready to explore the fashion diva within, fully enact with wooden bangles, studded handbags, bright scarves, and different shoes 24/7!

I’m so excited to be a part of the Open Runway team and can’t wait to blog and gossip with you about new style trends and fashion news!

xoxo ~ Lydia

It is no mystery that one new trend for spring are bright neon colors. The vibrant color palettes have been showing up everywhere from the runway to the red carpet.

Some of my favorite designers that have taken these aggressive colors and really put a much gentler touch on their sometimes harsh effervescence…

From left: Balenciaga, Rag  & Bone, Nanette Lepore and Alexander McQueen

Now, it is your turn to flash a little color on your feet or on your arm as the warm weather quickly approaches. If you haven’t already, request an invitation to our site, at www.openrunway.com so you can get started on making your own designs.

After you’re in, the options are endless. Open Runway has an entire palette of colors perfect for making that in-your-face statement your wardrobe needs like Orange Patent,

…Green Snakeskin,

…Cobalt Blue Suede,

…and Chartreuse Leather!

Log on today to start creating your new shoe for spring or that must have handbag you have been dying to find, but can’t quite find the perfect combination of material and color.

At Open Runway you are your own designer. No more compromising your creative desires or those small styling touches that turn your closet from oh-so-mainstream to all-my-own! The power is invigorating and fun, don’t believe me?! Try it for yourself at our Design Studio, where your fashion desires are just a few clicks away.

Join the Fashionocracy!

xx

Madeline