luxury items

Oscars

What's an Oscar Consolation Prize Worth? $23,000

Those who didn't win an Oscar get to cry over a pretty extravagant consolation prize — a swag bag worth over $23,000, according to People.

Those who didn't win an Oscar get to cry over a pretty extravagant consolation prize — a swag bag worth over $23,000, according to People. The Oscars loot for those losers includes an orbital space flight from Virgin Galactic, a $16,000 trip to an underwater spa in the Maldives, a $200 cream made from black caviar, $100 Swarovski-encrusted electronic cigarettes, a five-day stay at a private island with personal butler that totals up to $12,000, and more.

Still, I'm sure these swag bag consolation prizes fall far from matching up to winning an Oscar. But I bet they sure do help with the sting of losing!

luxury items

Can You Guess How Much This Gadget Costs?

We've seen some luxurious tech items cross these pages, but this18 karat white gold mouse — that comes encrusted with 59 brilliant-cut diamonds — boasts the title as the "world's most expensive mouse."

We've seen some luxurious tech items cross these pages, but this18 karat white gold mouse — that comes encrusted with 59 brilliant-cut diamonds — boasts the title as the "world's most expensive mouse." Can you guess how much it costs?

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Geek gear

How Much Do These Luxury Gadgets Cost?

We all know that gadgets can cost a lot of money, but some fall into my "look but don't touch" category.

We all know that gadgets can cost a lot of money, but some fall into my "look but don't touch" category. I'm willing to shell out a pretty penny if the gadget's cost per use is way low (like splurging on an iPhone — I use it everyday!), but I'll steer my pocketbook clear of these items! Find out if you're a good judge of cost character with this fun quiz.

Geek gear

She's Done It Again: Violet May's Limited Edition Gadget Purse

You're killin' me Violet May!

You're killin' me Violet May! Not only was I obsessed with your hot silver snakeskin computer clutch, and your gold python BlackBerry purse, but you have to go and chum the accessory waters again with these new and limited edition BlackBerry and iPhone purses.

Just when I thought I could safely browse the Internet without pitting all other gadget purses against yours, you work your way back into my battered heart with your chic bags. The Violet May Limited Edition purse for BlackBerry breaks out of the previous mold by wrapping my BB in a silver stingray patterned body, with the signature python print trim. Although the limited edition is helping to ease my obsession with the shiny silver snakeskin, the prices are still way over my gadget accessory budget at $330 dollars. Why, oh why, can't I quit you, Violet May?

Shopping

Hermès Pixelated Bangle: Totally Geeky or Geek Chic?

This one goes out to all those Hermès fans who covet Lily van der Woodsen's Birkin bag collection on Gossip Girl and have already downloaded the template for a very low-budget Kelly.
Hermes at ShopStyle

This one goes out to all those Hermès fans who covet Lily van der Woodsen's Birkin bag collection on Gossip Girl and have already downloaded the template for a very low-budget Kelly.

The Hermès pixelated Recherche wide bangle ($567) must have been imagined with artsy photography and design lovers in mind. The pixelated "H" design on the enamel inset offers a modern take on the famous Hermès lettering. Does it pull off effortlessly chic like Lily, or does the pixelation overpower the classic Hermès tradition?

Shopping

Chic Leather iPhone Cases Sent From Europe With Love

The fashionable cell phone cases are starting to pour in — just in time for Spring and Summer!

The fashionable cell phone cases are starting to pour in — just in time for Spring and Summer! Yesterday I got the ball rolling with the sophisticated and very functional Plia BlackBerry case, and today it's all about Lapàporter, a European company that's taking device cases to a whole new level.

With three luxurious black leather iPhone case styles entitled Python, Shiny Chic, and Black Stone, you'll probably love the case as much as you love your phone! Each case retails for approximately $105 and if you're looking for something similar for your BlackBerry there's always the gold python purse. Maybe not a recession friendly purchase, but a girl can look, right?!


Laptop Bags

Dolce & Gabbana Leather Laptop Bag: Love It or Leave It?

Hey guys, check out this $700!
D&G at ShopStyle

Hey guys, check out this $700! I mean, check out this $700 Leather Laptop Bag by Dolce & Gabbana.

You'd think the only thing I wouldn't be able to get past is the name, and sure, the Italian label does say luxe and lavish, but wow. Seven hundred bones. I don't even have to invoke the "R" word, that price is extravagant no matter how well the economy is doing.

To its credit, it does look quite supple and fabulous, but in what world would I own this bag? A crazy, amazing dreamworld that I could afford this in, as well as where I would feel comfortable paying this much for my laptop bag.

What do you think? Is the name and craftsmanship worth it?

Accessories

My Top 5 Luxurious Gadget Accessories

I've featured lots of luxurious items on these pages, but rest assured, I have my favorites.
Five Luxurious Gadget Accessories

I've featured lots of luxurious items on these pages, but rest assured, I have my favorites. Although now is not the time for me to be dropping wads of dough on some designer laptop case that I covet, I can still keep my short list of items close by just in case I win the lottery. Cause you know, stranger things have happened!

Check out my five favorite out-of-reach gadget accessories that I'll continue to drool over in this slideshow. Oh, and if you have a couple extra hundred laying around and want to get me a Christmas gift, you know where to find me.

Poll

Do You Like Designer Gadget Accessories?

A majority of you thought that the Louis Vuitton cell phone charm was way overpriced at $240.

A majority of you thought that the Louis Vuitton cell phone charm was way overpriced at $240. If you appreciate designer accessories and want something reasonably priced, feast your eyes on the signature stripe iPod case by Coach- which is only $88. Featured on CrunchGear, this stylish brass, khaki and gold colored case comes with a 12" strap and a gold dogleash clip. I enjoy finding unique designer accessories for my iPod and cell phone because they are just that - unique (and they're even better on sale!). What are your thoughts on designer accessories for your gadgets?