Alaïa Petal Laser-Cut Python and Leather Tote: The Pursuit of Perfection
I can never get enough Alaïa laser-cut anything, but there is Alaïa laser-cut leather and then there is next-level, drool-worthy, jaw-dropping Alaïa laser-cut python. Here is a tote guaranteed to live forever as your favorite.
Azzedine Alaïa Patent Crocodile Structured Tote Bag: Emerald City
Behold: the decadent of the decadent. What could be more luxurious than a tote deeply understated in shape, set in polished crocodile? One that’s deep emerald green crocodile. While everyone knows that Azzedine Alaïa knows his way around a mean laser-cut perforation, I believe sumptuous skin combined with a subtle silhouette is where he really shines.
Azzedine Alaïa Laser-Cut Leather Tote Bag: Spring to Life
Surprise! Azzedine Alaïa is in full bloom for spring. Well, in his own restrained, refined way, of course. Don’t expect anything of the girly, colorful, Givenchy-esque variety from the man who calls himself a “builder,” rather than a fashion designer. While this is a spring awakening in full effect, this elevated tote has appeal to last many seasons over.
Top Superiorly Studded Bags: I’m Seeing a Pattern Here…
Studs on bags are nothing new, and neither are prints and patterns. While the combination of the two may not be brand-new, per se, there’s something about a bag that sports a deliberate arrangement of studs that feels deeply cool and refreshing right now.
Azzedine Alaïa Pois Luxe Wool Dress: Dressed to the Nines
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of putting on a brand-new dress. But there’s really nothing like the feeling of putting on an Azzedine Alaïa dress, no matter how long you’ve had it.
Flats vs. Heels: Sole Sisters
I may have survived fashion week, but my feet didn’t. I do like to complain about shoe discomfort. Like my husband has said again and again, “You are at the comfort stage of life.” Fine, I accept that. At least I know that about myself and can plan out my life accordingly, but Fashion Week is the exception. The heels had to come out, and I had to prepare to be in them for 14 hours a day.