After nearly just a year since gracefully entering the bag scene, Maiyet keeps on dazzling quietly. Their understated sensibility and natural approach to design is always like a breath of fresh air. Especially the Peyton ($1,850). It is so hard to reinvent the tote, but this is a genuinely unique shape that’s still fully functional. … Continue reading “Maiyet Suede Peyton Tall Tote: Take Me to Peyton Place”
Suede, stirrup, reign-like straps all should add up to equestrian overload but Ralph Lauren does subtlety well and this hobo translates seamlessly to city life with a laid back country ease. I am obsessing over the gray suede, it looks like a Weimaraner with their gorgeous glistening sleek coat. Don’t call PETA on me but … Continue reading “Ralph Lauren Collection Suede Stirrup Hobo: Jockeying for Position”
I’m no hobo-chic girl, but there is something about Isabel Marant and her unstoppable sense of insouciant Parisian cool that makes me want to be one. I could be talking about her nonchalant suede booties or slouchy, cropped jeans, but, of course, it’s her Ballwin bag that has me charmed. First off, functionality has to … Continue reading “Isabel Marant Ballwin Embroidered Shoulder Bag: Minimum Effort, Maximum Payoff”
Who knew blue was such a good color on Victoria Beckham? I hadn’t really thought of it until now, but her rendition soft dove-blue (I also see hints of French and periwinkle in there) suede is to die. Especially after looking at it from a side angle. The reason I appreciate this hue so much: … Continue reading “Victoria Beckham Suede Tote: Blue Suede Shoe-In”
This week, I found myself on a mini adventure to Detroit to experience a rebirth. Slightly dramatic? Yes, but equally necessary to describe what I saw. The city of Detroit has a downtrodden reputation that has persisted with its name for as long as I can remember. As we all know, its home of American … Continue reading “Shinola: You Know No Better”
There is no getting old when it comes to Pierre Hardy; his designs are in it for the long haul. Even though I’ve seen the piping and trim countless times before, the trademark shape of his bags is still exciting to me. In muted leopard (the pattern is fuzzy and abstract for maximum subtlety), it’s … Continue reading “Pierre Hardy Leopard-Print Suede Shoulder Bag: Live Long and Prosper”