Chinese New Year: Good Luck Colors for the Year of the Wood Sheep
Happy New Year! I’ve selected eight special pieces that are sure to bring you good luck and success. Since the year of the wood sheep is all about nature, earthly greens, browns, and blues play a big role.
Givenchy Obsedia Small Leather Crossbody Bag: Obsessing Over the Obsedia
A warm welcome back! This reissue of the Obsedia is absolutely amazing. With a color combo that couldn’t be more spot-on, Givenchy has unleashed a fresh stunner, without cooking up a new style. I love it when a true neutral gets perked up with a jolt of bright color…
Proenza Schouler Mini Elliot Suede and Leather Crossbody Bag: Cross(body) On Over
The Elliot has been on my radar for a while now. It’s easy and classic and doesn’t have a closure with impossible hardware (ahem, PS11 front-flap bagicon, I hate you).
Tom Ford Alix Small Zip & Padlock Crossbody: The Ford Effect
Ways to spot a Tom Ford bag: Number one is at least a touch of tough-as-nails hardware that resembles solid gold. Always consider the possibility of a baby padlock or oversized zipper. Number two is bold structure, whether featuring hard, strong lines or seemingly inspired by a woman’s curves.
Maison Thomas Perpetuel Crossbody Bag: Perpetual Motion
I am absolutely in love with this brand for their no-nonsense designs, which designer Carole Thomas expertly complements with electrifying neon stitching. Handcrafted in the Loire Valley (Carole designs her pieces in a studio at the foot of the Eiffel Tower!), this line is a study in juxtaposition.
Balenciaga Maillon Trapeze Leather Crossbody Bag: I Just Want Closure
Three words: Such great hardware. Sometimes a genius metal closure is all it takes to fully update a classic shape, and the fastening on this Balenciaga leather crossbody bag is simply amazing.