The Kortes Handbags Giveaway! {CLOSED}

Hey darlings! I have another ah-mazing giveaway for you...

I randomly discovered The Kortes Handbags Shop while browsing etsy one day, and I was drooling over these handbags the moment I set my eyes on them! They are stun-ning! They looked so "vintage" that I was immediately ob-sessed {most of you know by now how much I adore anything vintage}. I was beyond stoked when Vania, the shop owner agreed to do a giveaway with my blog! I couldn't be more excited to offer one of you lucky readers a chance to win one of her unique handbags! :)


Q&A w/ Vania

1.) Please tell us a little about Kortes Handbags.

Each Kortes Handbag is one of a kind and designed based on the Golden Ratio (1.618). Our aim is to create a handmade bag that is just as much arm candy as it is an organizational marvel. From tailored, vintage-inspired bags to upcycled one-of-a-kind leather creations, we believe that unique designs and attention to detail make Kortes Handbags a MUST-have in any woman's wardrobe!


2.) What inspired you to create such unique handbags?

It all started with a dream I had one night about a handbag. I was told in the dream that the bag design was based on the Golden Ratio. I woke up determined to have that handbag! As luck would have it, I knew nothing about the Golden Ratio and would have to do some studying in order to make the bag. The more I learned about the Golden Ratio, the more fascinated I became and a handbag now called "Bettie" was born. I was stopped constantly on the street, at the market, at the movies, out for coffee... with people wanting to know where they could get the bag. And the rest, as they say, is history!


3.) What's your fave bag in your shop?

My favorite bag, and the companion I carry with me everyday, is "The Bettie". That being said, I love each and every bag I sell. Every Kortes Handbag starts with a vision of something unique that I have never seen before but would like to own myself.


4.) Are handbags your most favorite accessory?

I see handbags as more of a necessity than an accessory. A quality handbag is like a beautifully constructed french brassiere... it is as functional as it is beautiful. After all, if you are going to wear it everyday, shouldn't it look and feel marvelous?!
P.S. I LOVE vintage costume jewelry... incase anyone is wondering what to get me for Christmas. Wink, wink...

5.) What do you think makes a great handbag?

A strong, striking, beautiful shape made from the finest materials available. I don't want to carry a bag that looks or feels like corners have been cut. The lining must be an organizational wonder. I don't like to carry a wallet so my linings do all of the work of a wallet (pockets for I.D., credit cards, phone, glasses, ipad, key fob, etc...) with none of the fuss!


Here are some of my faves from her shop:


The Amelia Handbag







The Bettie Handbag







The Barracuda Briefcase







The Schoolboy Tote






Vania is going to give one lucky winner this ah-some handbag from her collection:


The Jane Pocket Purse

Honestly, how cute is this bag? I wish I could win it!!







***This Giveaway is Open to US Residents only!***


How to enter:
[Please one comment]

1.) Become a public follower of Belle de Couture via Google or Blog Lovin' (please state how you are following in your comment).

2.) Visit the Kortes Handbags Shop and tell us your fave item(s) in your comment.


Additional Entries
[please leave a separate comment for each additional entry]

1.) Become a public follower of Belle de Couture via Blog Lovin' AND Google.

2.) Become a follower of BelledeCouture via facebook (Don't forget to state your FB name in your comment so I can find you!)

3.) Become a follower of Kortes Handbags via facebook (Don't forget to state your FB name in your comment so Vania can find you!)


4.) Mention this giveaway on your blog and/or facebook page (Don't forget to leave a link to your post!).

5.) Add the Kortes Handbags Shop to your favorites if you have an etsy account.

**MOST IMPORTANTLY: Don't forget to leave your E-MAIL address in your comment(s), so we can contact you if you win!!**

The Giveaway will be open until Tuesday, December 7th at 8:00 PM eastern time.
The winner will be chosen at random by random.org

**Don't forget to leave your E-MAIL address in your comment(s), so we can contact you if you win!!**

***For those of you that adore these handbags and want to purchase one, head on over to the shop for a 10% OFF DISCOUNT off your entire purchase!! Just type "BELLEDECOUTURE" when you check out! :) ***

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE! :)