What happened to chic and stately? What happened to a nuanced, sophisticated way with skins? What happened to Zagliani?! The nearly century-old brand has suddenly gone Las Vegas. But not ironic Balmain-style Strip – like old-town, cheesy, desperately glitzy Vegas. I’m left wondering if that was the inspiration or if these python bags ($7,036) are … Continue reading “Zagliani Python Shoulder Bags: The Hangover”
This roomy yet compact bag is perfect for everyday needs come spring. The Miu Miu Linen and ostrich top handle bag will give you the ability to store all your daily necessities as well as a few extra, but won’t leave you feeling like you’re going on a 19 mile hike up a mountain and … Continue reading “Miu Miu Linen And Ostrich Top Handle Bag: Roomy Without The Baggage”
Bottega Veneta never ceases to tempt and amaze me. They also never go overboard – it’s always the bare minimum of flash, along with top-notch construction. Not to mention the skins! This framed shoulder bag takes a gorgeous, simple shape (rectangular without feeling sharp) and elevates it to the realm of “must-have” desirability with naturalistic … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Framed Karung Snakeskin Bag: Super Natural”
I’ll usually take an order of dragon rolls over an eel-skin bag any day. The skin doesn’t usually speak to me (while I can’t get enough stingray or python), but when it’s done right, the peculiar sea creature can look A-OK. Like now. Jil Sander has managed to make eel look absolutely alluring. Their touch … Continue reading “Jil Sander Eel Market Tote: Market Value”
When it comes to the cool factor, you don’t get much better that Givenchy. Riccardo Tisci turns out gorgeous creations for the luxuriant badass – and this bag is no exception. Actually, this bag is the epitome of cool! Forget python and crocodile (well, for the moment, at least); for Spring 2012, Givenchy delved deep … Continue reading “Givenchy Large Fish Skin Show Bag: Sea Level”
I can very safely say animal print is not going anywhere. For Fall 2012, we saw animal treatments all over, on everything from metallic trousers to a parade of ocelot bags. The good times are definitely back and we are going to relish in the decadence, guilt-free. But Rochas’ Karina tote isn’t actual pony-hair – … Continue reading “Rochas Ponyhair Karina Tote: Daily Decadence”