Top 5 Sage Shoes: Some Sage Advice
Army-green for summer? Oh, yes! (Or maybe I should say, “Sir, yes, sir!”) This latest shade is more sage than military – at least it sounds prettier! I love it because it’s both a color and a neutral. It works with white, beige, black, brights, and prints alike, since most florals have a hint of … Continue reading “Top 5 Sage Shoes: Some Sage Advice”
Top 5 Perforated Bags: Breathe Easy
Take the weight off for spring! A big, perforated bag is breezy, breathable, and easygoing. All those delicate cutouts lighten the load and relax the mood, adding as much interest as a pattern but with complete neutrality. Just a touch of open-air texture brings a sense of fresh wonderment to classic bags. 1) Yves Saint … Continue reading “Top 5 Perforated Bags: Breathe Easy”
Givenchy Large Fish Skin Show Bag: Sea Level
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”
Top 5 Funky Strapped Sandals: Crazy, Sexy, Cool
When it comes this season’s strappy sandals, it’s time to throw caution to the wind. The connotation used to be of orthodox and delicate shoes – now they’ve gotten an avant-garde makeover. Show just how strapping you are all these unconventional ways to band your feet, from fringe to bondage to calf-high buckles. One thing’s … Continue reading “Top 5 Funky Strapped Sandals: Crazy, Sexy, Cool”
Givenchy Antigona Tote: The Dealbreaker
I have just ONE request for my orange crush. Lately, I’ve found myself using these kinds of big, simple totes again; they’re great for just throwing things in. But can someone find a way to insert a pocket? I’m not asking for a filing cabinet here. I just want one singular pocket. That can’t be … Continue reading “Givenchy Antigona Tote: The Dealbreaker”
Givenchy Spring 2012 Couture Collection: The Dark Horse
A basketball court gone eerily ethereal. This set the tone for Riccardo Tisci’s take on Givenchy Couture – and it’s not the gauzy, floral, effervescent Spring collection most designers have in mind. And we wouldn’t have Riccardo any other way! Inspired by the groundbreaking 1920s film Metropolis, there were industrial touches like bold metal spikes, not to … Continue reading “Givenchy Spring 2012 Couture Collection: The Dark Horse”