Bottega Veneta Veneta Open Tote: Practical Magic
With the name “Veneta,” the brand is clearly announcing this is a quintessential piece for the quintessential Bottega devotee. As well as for the lover of ease and simple beauty. Conflicting forces come together with surprisingly natural results: this tote is new yet classic, fire-red yet neutral, and slim yet expanding. Always-timeless Bottega has a … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Veneta Open Tote: Practical Magic”
Bottega Veneta PVC-Weave Cabat: You’ve Got to See It to Be-Weave It
As luxe as leather and a whole lot spunkier! Only Bottega Veneta could make polyvinyl chloride (yep, PVC) look this chic – and a weave of the manmade material takes the trusty Cabat into completely unfamiliar territory. Choose between two styles; whether you want to go all-out clear PVC (the bag on the right) or … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta PVC-Weave Cabat: You’ve Got to See It to Be-Weave It”
Top On-Sale Whites: The Creams of the Crop
We could all use a clean slate this time of year. And I say there’s no better way to symbolize a fresh start than with a great white bag. Especially one that’s not only snobby but on sale for a slightly less-than-snobby price. Good things come to those who wait for spring sale season! 1. … Continue reading “Top On-Sale Whites: The Creams of the Crop”
Top 5 Folk-Art Faux Pas: Craft (Un)Fair
‘Tis the season to get a little free with your style – we all get a bit looser in the spring, even maybe slightly bohemian. But not too free, please! I’m all for a bag with some whimsy to it, but these five overly embellished examples show that sometimes more is too much, whether you’re … Continue reading “Top 5 Folk-Art Faux Pas: Craft (Un)Fair”
Bottega Veneta Leather and Snakeskin Tote: Court and Spark
I’ve got a crush. An orange crush, to be specific. Forget lusting – I love this color! Bottega Veneta has wooed me again (the brand is a sneaky temptress), and I’m deeply coveting this splashy tote. The bright color works because the bag has balance. Allover tangerine would be too much; subdued panels of snakeskin … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Leather and Snakeskin Tote: Court and Spark”