Gucci Spring 2011 Bags
While its clothing designs may have been rich in Moroccan excess, Frida Giannini’s accessories only hinted at Marrakech. Tooled leather purses with braided straps were a mainstay of the collection, which focused heavily on clutches and “evening bags” (and not of the Judith Leiber kind)–at least for the runway. On occasion there would be a … Continue reading “Gucci Spring 2011 Bags”
Burberry Prorsum Spring 2011 Bags
While Christopher Bailey’s spring collection upped the wow factor when it came to details and second-skin pant options, his bags were noticeably shrunken–but still statement-making. They skimmed, grazed and gently caressed the body in an assortment of delicious colors–spearmint, beetroot, lime, opal and lipstick red–that left VIP front row guests, including Sarah Jessica Parker, Alexa … Continue reading “Burberry Prorsum Spring 2011 Bags”
Burberry Prorsum Spring 2011
Protect. Explore. Inspire. Those three words are the touchstones on which Christopher Bailey built his “Heritage Biker” spring Burberry Prorsum collection. “Built?” you say. No other word quite sums the myriad of textures, fabrics and cuts that went into this dizzyingly dazzle of a collection. Shown at Burberry’s Horseferry Road headquarters in London and simultaneously … Continue reading “Burberry Prorsum Spring 2011”
Jimmy Choo x UGG Collection
Ok, ok I know: some of you may not be the biggest fans of UGG boots. In fact, they might even gross you out (as multiple message boards would indicate). But this is Shoe Snob, and as much as you may like or dislike these shearling boots, you know you’re curious about them to some … Continue reading “Jimmy Choo x UGG Collection”
Courtney Love in Calvin Klein Collection
Simply put: she’s never looked better. Courtney Love upstaged even Catherine Zeta-Jones at this week’s New York premiere of “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps” when she arrived at the Ziegfeld Theater clad in a jersey draped Calvin Klein Collection gown. Designed by Francisco Costa, the brands’ women’s creative director, the raspberry hue of Love’s simple … Continue reading “Courtney Love in Calvin Klein Collection”
Roger Vivier “Frill Me Frill Me” Sandal
Oh Bruno Frisoni, only you know how to tickle my fancy. Season after season your creations for Roger Vivier explore a wildly fanciful explosion of textures and colors–and fall is no different. Seriously, how statement making is this black satin sandal with delicate rhinestone ankle strap? The cascade of purple silk chiffon down the T-strap … Continue reading “Roger Vivier “Frill Me Frill Me” Sandal”