The Vera Bradley Carnaby pattern, new for the fall 2009 season, is an eye-catching print of berry-colored flowers on a chocolate brown background. Accented with shades of warm gold and pewter, with a touch of white, a tote or bag in this print will be the perfect accessory for your autumn wardrobe (and beyond!).
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 Vera Bradley Checkbook Cover Carnaby NWT US $10.99 0 Bid Time Left: 7h 23m |
 Vera Bradley All in One Wristlet Carnaby NWT US $19.99 0 Bid Time Left: 7h 29m |
 VERA BRADLEY NEW ON THE GO CARNABY PURSE US $45.99 0 Bid Time Left: 9h 22m |
 Vera Bradley Fanny Pack Travel Belt CARNABY NWT LMTD US $16.50 5 Bids Time Left: 9h 33m |
 Vera Bradley On The Go Carnaby US $44.99  Time Left: 10h 48m |
 Vera Bradley Betsy Carnaby US $48.99 Time Left: 10h 49m |
What's in a name? I am always intrigued by the names of the Vera Bradley prints and bags, which got me to wondering where the term "carnaby" originated. You may already know, but for those of you who do not, here is what I found...
Carnaby Street, a three block long area located in the Soho district of London, is synonymous with shopping and fashion. It became a favorite destination of fashion mavens during the 1960s, with boutiques offering both mod and hippie style clothing and accessories. Members of The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, and The Who, were commonly sighted in this area, as they made their way to the nearby Marquee Club to perform. To this day, it is still considered one of the "must visit" shopping destinations in the U.K.
The Vera Bradley Carnaby pattern mirrors the fashionable district it is named after. Although it may remind you of the vintage fabrics that were popular in the 1960s, this print has timeless appeal that will be in style for years to come.