Hello Summer!

Summer is officially here! And to celebrate, we are offering our Facebook friends an exclusive deal! Spend $75 or more shopping at 1154LILL.com today and get $25 off your purchase of any custom or ready-made LILL handbag or accessory. Enter promo code SUMMER11 at checkout. Just think of this as our First Day of Summer Special!

Lill On Sale items, gift certificates, Design A Bag kits and previous purchases are excluded. Discount does not apply to tax or shipping. May not be combined with any other offer, Shop-A-Ganza!, Groupon, promotion or discount.

Now is the perfect time to get that summer bag you've been eyeing! Can't make a decision? Here are a few suggestions that are sure to compliment your summer wardrobe...

A reversible Brianna in Flourish and Red Basketweave

An Ellie tote in Pink Trellis

A reversible Wendy in Olivia and Raspberry Fizz

Meet Emily!

Our newest style, Emily, is very sweet, and so is the lovely gal it was named after. Meet Emily, the sister of our Chicago store manager, Rachel.

LILL: Besides your namesake, what’s your favorite LILL style?

Emily: The Erinn

LILL: What’s one unique or funny thing you always carry in your bag?

Emily: Cuticle clippers – I never leave home without them.

LILL: Why are you most excited to have a LILL bag named after you?

Emily: When my parents named me Emily, they chose the name because they thought it was uncommon. 28 years later it’s one of the most popular names in the US. This bag is a testament to all the great women with whom I share this now-popular name.

LILL: Any kids and/or pets?

Emily: Not yet – some day!

LILL: If you could visit one place in the world, where would you go?

Emily: I have always wanted to go to Ireland to see where my family is from. I would also love to backpack through Alaska and British Columbia.

LILL: If you could have dinner with five people, living or deceased, who would they be?

Emily: This is the hardest question EVER but I would have to say Bo Schembechler, Kristen Wiig, Anthony Bourdain, Bono and Harold Flynn (my grandfather who died before I was born). Jon Krakauer and Hilary Clinton tie for sixth. Oh, and my sister of course! After all, she did name this bag after me.

LILL: What’s your favorite movie or TV show?

Emily: Movie is a total toss-up but for TV, my favorite is The Wire – hands down!

LILL: Who’s your favorite celebrity? Ever meet anyone famous?

Emily: I’m not a huge celebrity person but my favorite actor is Robert De Niro. I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting him but I have been fortunate to meet some other great celebrities as well as some very famous politicians while living in DC.

LILL: Which superpower do you wish you had?

Emily: The power to heal

LILL: What’s the last great book you read?

Emily: Killing Yourself to Live

LILL: Who’s your hero/mentor?

Emily: Children – not only are they our future but they inspire me to work harder so that I can give back.

LILL: What are your favorite foods?

Emily: Cereal and lamb rogan josh – an awkward combination

LILL: What hobbies or activities are important to you?

Emily: Travel, exercise, cooking, good wine, reading, hiking and sharing everyday moments with those I love.

LILL: Anything you would like to say about Rachel, the person who named the bag after you?

Emily: Rachel is not only my sister but she is my best friend. She truly embodies kindness and love and approaches everyone and everything she does with an open heart. She has an amazing ability to find beauty wherever she goes and incorporate that beauty into her everyday life. This is reflected in her work at Lill where Rachel can combine her appreciation for beautiful things with her creative and artistic flare. I am flattered she nominated my name and I am excited to have her help me design my first Emily bag. Love you Rach!

Tote...ally!

While the warm temps may not be a permanent fixture just yet, those balmy summer days aren't too far away. Be prepared with one of our essential tote bags!

Want something classic and practical? Ellie's your bag.

Looking for a way to stay organized? Then Lilli's for you.

Want more bag for your buck? Choose our reversible Wendy tote.

With so many bright, fun, and unique fabrics to pick from it may be hard to decide, so here are a few suggestions...

Pink Trellis, Citrine Scroll, Mint Julep, Olivia, Thatcher Island, & Fly Away

Design yours today!

Let's Hear it for the Boys!

Most of you may not think of your special guy while shopping at LILL, but on May 16th that's all going to change. We've been toying with the idea of introducing some men's products for some time now, and we're excited to give you a peek at what we've been working on. Here's a look at Alex and Taylor, our toiletry kit and i-pad case.

Even though both items truly are unisex, we'd like to encourage the ladies to awaken their men's creative side. Whether it be your dad, brother or hubby, everyone has a favorite color, and how enjoyable would it be to watch them pick out fabrics that express themselves? If you think they'd have a hard time choosing, we know you'll have no problem picking out something they'll love. While you're at it, pick out a little something for yourself. An Emily, perhaps? It's our newest style that's strictly for the ladies.

Emily will also be released on May 16th and will be offered with or without a chain strap. Both options give you the opportunity to dress it up, or dress it down, but either way you'll look super cute with your new Emily.

Mark your calendars for May 16th!

Spring Has Sprung...

...well, at least at LILL it has. While the weather here in Chicago still leaves us wishing for warmer temps, we thankfully have some gorgeous new spring fabrics to cheer us up. With our recently released fabrics (and more to come) we are really loving all the new combinations we're coming up with. To cure your mid day blah's we highly suggest giving some of your own combinations a try. You can even show off your newly designed bag by e-mailing a photo of it to a friend, or maybe you'll even send it to an unsuspecting gift giver (a little hint never hurts). Here a a few of our newest fabrics gracing some perfect spring time styles...

Wendy with one of our newest picks, Pink Trellis, accented with Grass Green

Ellie, looking adorable in our Thactcher Island fabric

Our reversible Brianna with Citrine Scroll and Honey Dijon Basketweave

Still need a little more cheer? Design your perfect spring bag now!