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Gucci Sigrid Oversized Clutch

Oh this reminds me of Gucci’s golden era, and a bit like Sharon Stone’s character in Casino. This large (not quite oversize) clutch has an asymmetic flap closure that has a handy mirror on the inside of the flap – yes, that’s right, I need to look at myself every time I open my bag! … Continue reading “Gucci Sigrid Oversized Clutch”

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Ashley Greene in Gucci Bamboo Medium Top Handle

A good friend of mine is the US Head of Advertising for i-D magazine and received this Gucci Bamboo bag ($1,790) as a gift. It’s hard not to be happy when Gucci gives you a gift, but even she had to remove the strap with the chain and tassels — way, way, way over-the-top. Unfortunately, … Continue reading “Ashley Greene in Gucci Bamboo Medium Top Handle”

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Gucci Fall 2010 Bags

Simply put, these are some gorgeous bags. First off, the big news for fall at Gucci is not only the return to a cleaner, tchotchke-free palette, but the introduction of a new logo that was discreetly applied to the runway bags. The revamped Gucci logo is in the form of two gold, curvilinear interlocking Gs, … Continue reading “Gucci Fall 2010 Bags”

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Gucci Techno Horsebit Large Shoulder Flap Bag

Sure this bag is hideous, but what you don’t know is, you can be transported Back To The Future with the built in flux capacitor. Imagine all the things you can do, like buy Birkins before prices hit 5 figures, collect the original Chanel 2.55 and of course, sell your shares of PPR before Tom … Continue reading “Gucci Techno Horsebit Large Shoulder Flap Bag”

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DIY Fendi Baguette

Some pictures I snapped at the Limited Edition Experiences space in Miami I recently went to Miami for Design Miami/Art Basel and had the chance to get a sneak preview of the Limited Edition Experiences which was basically a limited edition pop-up space where high-end brands (Christopher Ross, Cynthia Rowley, Gucci…) came and sold special pieces … Continue reading “DIY Fendi Baguette”

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Gucci Jungle Large Tote

I might be in need of some perspective here but I think this is a great price for a big python tote, and a Gucci one at that. OK, fine it is $3800 but a Chanel leather tote is $3000! I am intrigued by the natural python markings kept on the skin, it has an … Continue reading “Gucci Jungle Large Tote”

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