Valextra On Sale at Barneys New York
Valextra on sale. Need I say more? Timeless classics that will withstand all your bad mistakes – you know those bags you’re too embarrassed to bring out yet you paid too much to just toss or give away. Although Valextra may look stern they are actually quite fun. The Babila Bag (now $1,439, was $2,400) is … Continue reading “Valextra On Sale at Barneys New York”
Jason Wu Weekender Satchel: Everybody’s Waiting for the Weekend
One of the signs of a good designer: he knows just when to stop embellishing. Jason Wu possesses the subtle sensibility to know that the slightest detail can do it all. It’s no surprise he had a stint interning for master-minimalist of seasons past, Narciso Rodriguez. Clearly, Jason took the value of concise editing to … Continue reading “Jason Wu Weekender Satchel: Everybody’s Waiting for the Weekend”
Alexander Wang Iris Mesh Satchel: Up Your Net Worth
Trust Alexander Wang to give new meaning to the often-used term “sporty.” He’s not the only designer to do athlete-chic this spring, but it’s likely he’s done it the best. Referring to imagery of motocross and BMX racers, he is all about laser-cut mesh leather, evening-appropriate racing stripes, and Hawaiian-print cargo pockets. I think this … Continue reading “Alexander Wang Iris Mesh Satchel: Up Your Net Worth”
McQ Alexander McQueen Cherry Snakeskin Box Bag: She’s My Cherry Pie
Something about the fusion of wood and exotic is unnervingly sexy. Maybe it’s the fact that the two elements belong in the wild. McQ Alexander McQueen’s choice of a black-cherry hue adds to the already-heightened feel. And the pert shape, punctuated by silver studs, is both strong and dainty. I think I want to design … Continue reading “McQ Alexander McQueen Cherry Snakeskin Box Bag: She’s My Cherry Pie”
Smythson Antonia East/West Bag: The Mod Squad
Smythson has turned things up a notch for the latest season. Their newest, the Antonia (named after English novelist A.S. Byatt), has all that British dignity you would expect, along with a solid vintage ‘60s look, but otherwise, she is thoroughly modern. I’ll get the downside out of the way: the colorblocking of bright rose-petal pink and blackened navy is on the harsh side.
Tod’s Passante Patta Media Bag: A Safe Bet
Not all comment-worthy bags are embellished stunners or eye-catching showstoppers. Sometimes a classic girl needs an everyday bag – and here it is. This shoulder-to-top-handle bag is what you would expect from Tod’s these days: a nice basic, even if it’s not breaking any boundaries. Over recent seasons, my love for Tod’s has waned, mainly … Continue reading “Tod’s Passante Patta Media Bag: A Safe Bet”