Isabel Marant Laura Studded Leather and Suede Shoulder Bag: Girl Crush
Only Isabel Marant knows how to get the balance just right between bohemian and chic. If any other designer had whipped up a mélange of rugged leather and suede, silver studs, and chunky crystals, it would likely look like a mess from the mall, rather than a hot item for easy, breezy Parisians and American … Continue reading “Isabel Marant Laura Studded Leather and Suede Shoulder Bag: Girl Crush”
Tom Ford Jennifer Flap-Top Messenger Bag: New Best Friend
Tom Ford’s messenger is Jennifer Aniston‘s favorite bag, so he named it after her! The designer started the oversized zipper trend, so don’t be caught with a bag that jumped on the bandwagon. A true snob goes for the real thing. Otherwise, just stick with regular size zipper. The bag is pretty heavy, but there … Continue reading “Tom Ford Jennifer Flap-Top Messenger Bag: New Best Friend”
Men’s Bags of Fall 2013: Part 2
In Paris, the men’s shows for Fall/Winter 2013 continued, leading to another round of fine bags for men, that I’m looking forward to gracing the city streets. The French houses (and an American) managed to create covetable accessories that were neither too outlandish nor feminine. So the question I have to ask is who’s your … Continue reading “Men’s Bags of Fall 2013: Part 2”
Men’s Bags of Fall 2013: Part 1
The only reason I want to hear about cold weather nowadays is because of the related gear (read: bags) and threads. Otherwise, I really don’t about the chilly days and nights of winter, as layers are only so much fun for a Florida guy.
Top 5 Suitcase Shapes: Some Structure In Your Life
Put away your slouchy hobo for the time being: it’s hip to be square. You might not be going anywhere, but it’s time to start toting a suitcase: it’s all about structured totes that look like classic luggage. And in some cases (like See by Chloé and The Row), they actually function like a piece … Continue reading “Top 5 Suitcase Shapes: Some Structure In Your Life”
Carven Small Convertible Tote: Practical Magic
This Carven Tote is not what meets the eye, in a good way. It has a unique convertible design with detachable handles that honestly didn’t really make sense to me at first. But after toying around with the bag and the ways you can wear it, I appreciated the subtle brilliance of it…