My darling cousin presided over the 2007 Fashionista Network, LA Chapter (FNLA) Bags Awards last week. Local community papers wrote it up as ‘a posh affair of decadence’ held at the swanky MoonDragon Club.

At $100 a ticket, I can imagine how much richer the organization is right now. FYI, the FNLA commands 2500 fashion conscious members. So at $100 x 2500, the treasury just witnessed an income of $250,000. Enough to buy out the entire Sak’s inventory for the day!

Highlights of the Event include the following winners:

BEST Multifunctional Backpack

Oakley Kitchen Sink Pack -
Strap on a mobile command post in the Kitchen Sink Pack from Oakley. A mix of nylon and polyester creates an enduring and protective exterior.
Goes for $151 at www.oakley.com

BEST Hobo Bag

Isabella Fiore Quilted Lambskin Hobo
Goes for $595 at www.neimanmarcus.com

BEST Shoulder Bag

MARC by Marc Jacobs Teri Turn-Lock Shoulder Bag
Goes for $428 at www.neimanmarcus.com

BEST Shopping Tote

Prada Dragon Shopping Tote (BR3107) made of Black Tessuto nylon
Goes for $990 at www.estylesense.com

BEST Messenger Bag

Prada Messenger Bag VA0626 in Black Tessuto
Goes for $449 at www.modaqueen.com

BEST Fashion Backpack

Prada Backpack with 2 front pockets and drawstring top.
Goes for $650 at www.prada.com