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Kate loves her Elsa clutch from Derek Lam

My favorite clutch of the moment is Derek Lam‘s Elsa in gray python, apparently it is Kate’s as well. She has been seen clutching it on many occasions (yesterday at a London club opening) and if you owned this clutch you’d understand why.  It just has that je ne sais quoi-ness to it– you know … Continue reading “Kate loves her Elsa clutch from Derek Lam”

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The “Loren” Hobo by Adriana Castro

Adriana Castro has a habit of naming bags after her friends (I just found out she designed a “Tina” clutch for Cruise 2010!) and why not? Our girlfriends inspire us and this is a great way to celebrate a friend! The “Loren” hobo was designed for a dear friend of Adriana’s, Loren Ridinger, a successful … Continue reading “The “Loren” Hobo by Adriana Castro”

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Cocktail Clutching

I am attending a gala this evening (in a super fab blue Versace short flared dress) and am trying to decide what clutch to use. The awkward clutching while cocktailing is not the easiest feat to accomplish– especially if one is also hungry and wants to swipe at the hors d’oeuvres trays passing by. I … Continue reading “Cocktail Clutching”

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YSL Urban Jungle Muse

I love cats, especially the big kind. Saw a jaguar the other day and instantly bonded with her, the staff referred to her as, “the queen– she comes and goes as she pleases, we have a garden for her on the roof and can not force her to come down to the cage”. She was … Continue reading “YSL Urban Jungle Muse”

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Roger Vivier Tejus Faceted Clutch: Snob or Slob?

Roger Vivier (inventor of the stiletto heel and of the pilgrim buckle fame) has a new clutch that doesn’t seem to quite capture the essence of the legendary designer. The tejus (tejus is a type of lizard with distinctive poka dotty spots) faceted clutch is interesting in itself and really does not require the multi … Continue reading “Roger Vivier Tejus Faceted Clutch: Snob or Slob?”

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Carlos Falchi Fringed Hobo: Snob or Slob?

I love hairy crab season in Shang hai– it’s the most delicious crab! When I saw this fringed hobo from Carlos Falchi it reminded me of the belly side of hairy crabs– cooked to a pink perfection. Lift up the belly and you’ll discover sumptuous crab roe covering the most succulent flesh (female hairy crab … Continue reading “Carlos Falchi Fringed Hobo: Snob or Slob?”

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