Tuesday, 25 May 2010

TASTEFUL FAUX CHANEL

I LOVE THIS!!!
In fact, i am feeling a Chanel graffiti attack coming on right now. The democratisation of luxury? A fine comment on haute brands? either way. It rocks.

Wednesday, 5 May 2010

VINTAGE JEWELLERY CONTAINERS

I came across these vintage containers on etsy recently and love them. The colours, the shapes and the scratches all add a little je ne sais quoi.



The peachy pinks and salmons are so lush. I think maybe they are pocket watch boxes.


Tuesday, 27 April 2010

NOVELTY BAGS ARE TAKING OVER THE WORLD

Designers are finally starting to get a bit of a sense of humour. Leading the pack is Giles Deacon recently, treading along the pathway paved by the queen... Vivien Westwood.


Giles Aw 10/11


Giles Aw 10/11... gremlin anybody?


Westwood, Spring/summer 2010. Frogs combined with DIY plastic panels... hmmm, pushing out the boundaries of high fashion


I have posted this one before, its from Etsy


Watermelon inspired shopper by Peter Jensen Spring/summer 2010


John Rocha spring/summer 2010


Giles on the street. Who is this eccentric lady who has actually bought this bag and is using it on the streets of milan?


Fashion Fringe - Lidija and Dejan from London fashion week, spring/summer 2010

Monday, 26 April 2010

PORTER CARD CASES

Speaking of old-skool, i really love these luxury leather cases by Porter. The Japanese genius' truly understand the art of restraint. No hardware, minimal luxury details and a focus on materials is what these are all about. I particularly love the colour choices... the yellow one is the one i have my eye on.




Tuesday, 20 April 2010

PROENZA SCHOULER SATCHEL

This was my favourite bag of the moment about a week ago, its the luscious Proenza Schouler satchel. Its understated, classic and you can't go wrong with the colour. I'm not sure what my favourite bag is right this moment, I think its the humble canvas shopper which i have a new appreciation for.




I still love it though, i think i have convinced myself not to like it so much because i would never be able to afford it.

Friday, 16 April 2010

RE ENFORCED CANVAS SHOPPER

Its friday yay. I found this image on the sartorialist. I'm not sure exactly what is actually going on with the canvas shopper but it gave me the idea to stitch on re-enforced leather corners onto an old canvas bag. The combination of disposable and precious really appeals to me.


I might give this a go this weekend.

Tuesday, 6 April 2010

FENDI BAGS INSIDE OUT

These current Fendi bags are a design classic. This season sees them transform from the inside out. The subtle luxury of the brand is hidden on the inside of the bag, luscious leather and microscopic beading adorns the inside rather than the outside.

Of course we all know that the bags are carried 'open' letting it all hang out is a fashion must for all the ladies lucky enough to sport one of these. Who cares if you lose your blackberry, just buy a new one!





Hidden luxury is in, ostentation (is that a word?) is sort of sliding out.

Not necessarily a key trend in China but just wait, its taking off.

Wednesday, 31 March 2010

CLAIRE VIVIER

These are Claire Vivier's iphone pouches. I just love them.


Made from delicate suede with gold hardware, they are so romantic and have a definite vintage feel, but with the mod cons.


Lovelovelove this product. Its only US$135 which i think is damned good for such a beautiful piece. You can check out more of her stuff on http://seevivier.com

Monday, 29 March 2010

DESIGNER COLLABORATION IPHONE CASES FOR JOYCE

JOYCE - posh Hong Kong department store have really gotten into the iphone craze. Recently the department store have done a limited edition collaboration with a number of top fashion designers. This marks the cross-over between product and fashion in a big way. Which is your favourite?



Bless iphone case


Dries Van Noten i-phone case



Marni i-phone case


Anna Sui i-phone case

Friday, 26 March 2010

70s STYLE HANDBAGS: THE SUMMER OF LOVE

I'm loving 70s style bags at the moment, the boxier the better. Here are a few of my favourites of the season including Chloe and Marc by Marc Jacobs.


Mysuelly from Premiere Classe tradeshow in paris autumn/winter 2010/11


From etsy - from seller "throbackvintage"


Marc by Marc Jacobs, autumn/winter 2010/11


Chloe, autumn/winter 2010/11