Céline Cabas Tote
While there’ll always be a place in my heart for the Céline Luggage tote, a girl’s got to have options right? That’s where Phoebe Philo’s “other” tote, the Cabas, comes in. Think of it as the thinner, taller and sexier sister to the Luggage. Made of more scratch-sensitive calfskin leather, it features two distinct and, … Continue reading “Céline Cabas Tote”
Céline Crocodile Box Bag
If the fact that Karl Lagerfeld will be at the Chanel Soho store on Spring St. on Fashion’s Night Out (September 10), where there’ll be a whole host of exclusive bags and accessories trumpeting the store’s Peter Marino-designed renovation, isn’t enough to get you south of 14th Street, then contemplate this: nearby neighbor, and designer … Continue reading “Céline Crocodile Box Bag”
Celine Resort 2011
Simply put, I am obsessed with how Phoebe Philo has evolved her Céline bags for resort. Yes, the shapes are quite basic and there are no hidden secrets or components to them–but isn’t that refreshing at times? In keeping with the modern and clean aesthetic that is her Céline ready-to-wear, Phoebe has delivered an impressive … Continue reading “Celine Resort 2011”
Céline Medium Luggage Tote
It’s official: Phoebe Philo’s Céline luggage bag is a resounding hit! In fashion circles, where the ladies have their pick of the litter when it comes to designer bags, everyone I know has been paying full price–yes, full price–for this new must-have. Last week I was with my friend Amanda Brooks and I couldn’t help … Continue reading “Céline Medium Luggage Tote”
Celine Fall 2010
Simply put: it’s amazing what the right designer can do for a once staid brand. Phoebe Philo read the mood of the moment and presented a perfectly judged collection of simple wardrobe pieces, full of covetable no-nonsense outerwear and go-anywhere separates. There were no frills or fripperies–just well-designed clothes that any woman–particularly those in professional … Continue reading “Celine Fall 2010”
Celine Racer Stripe Tote
Since Phoebe Philo has taken over at Celine, their bags have improved significantly but they were still trying to hang on to traditional Celine. Well, hello! Look at this tote, I did a triple take when I saw the label!! It is nothing like the horse and carriage theme that I associate with them. This … Continue reading “Celine Racer Stripe Tote”