Milan! This is where we belong, home to the world’s best bag brands. We get to see designers like Cesare Paciotti, who we love but have limited exposure to in the US. The presentation was in Cesare Paciotti’s showroom which is across the building’s courtyard from their store on Via Sant’Andrea. We walk in to … Continue reading “Cesare Paciotti”
From William Rast, Derek Lam, and Rodarte, to J. Mendel and Jill Stuart, fringe was all over the Fall 2010 runways. While it may be a few months before we’ll be able to get our hands on the looks shown last week, fringe has already been translated into accessories by a number of brands including … Continue reading “Fashion Week Trend: Fringe”
I can’t remember the last time I was this excited about a Marc Jacobs bag, by either the diffusion line or the main one! Actually, I’ve never been excited by a Marc by Marc Jacobs bag. This Leola Hobo is the perfect mix of trendy playfulness and polished design. The zipper has undeniably replaced the … Continue reading “MARC by Marc Jacobs Leola Zip Hobo”
Nice bag, great details and everyday usable. But from Sergio Rossi, creator of lavish and extravagant shoes that I adore, I expect more. How many hobos are there with this exact shape? And the hardware buckle detail on the side is a total Gucci rip off. But still, all in all, a great bag that … Continue reading “Sergio Rossi Chain Detail Hobo”
OK, this is not a Valentine’s Day per se but the colors sure make me romantic and wanting some champagne to go with! For a fun holiday like Valentine’s, I don’t expect an over the top gift, but the soft pink and metallic silver on something considerate and practical like the Cole Haan Village Hobo … Continue reading “Cole Haan Valentine’s Day Hobo”
If you’re cool like that, you will rock this Derek Lam hobo like nobody’s business. But make sure you’re really that cool because you need a bit of bad ass in you to make this work. Derek has said that the Derek Lam girl is “mysterious, a bit naughty, sexy and flirtatious, and she lives … Continue reading “Derek Lam Nadia Hobo”