I have always been a fan of the deco period, not only am I building a new home with a 1920’s Parisian art deco flair, I collect vintage art deco jewelry (Fred Leighton has the best stock), and am on constant lookout for bags with a structured deco feel. I stayed in the Linley Suite at the Claridges during my trip to London– which was elegantly decorated in fabulous art deco decor by Viscount David Linley— and it made me want to move to London and live at the heavenly Claridges! But back to earth, I discovered the Maze clutch at the Smythson store on Rodeo 2 when Kelly and I had lunch at the Daily Grill (an institution in LA!). We had a glass of wine and went shopping, not so smart but oh so fun! She bought an adorable photo frame key ring for a friend while I checked out the jewelry boxes – so insanely fabulous I can not tell you how much I want one! Then I saw these Maze clutches, so clean in structure and simple in design it made me want to take it home. The suede contrast is lovely in its subtlety yet it makes the bag. There are 4 colors to choose from but I love the plummy version above right best– it’s a quick and inexpensive way to update your Fall wardrobe instantly in the very berry trend (and if you hold it upside down, it looks like a T monogram– made just for me! $975 at Smythson.com.
