Wednesday, 27 October 2010

LUSTROUS

I love this lustrous finish on this Miu Miu bags. reminds me of the sheen on beetles. Oh Christmas is coming, break out the party bags!



Tuesday, 26 October 2010

FREITAG TOTE

Freitag is still a cool brand and they are re-inventing themselves through a more grown up line as well as some very nice new shapes. Take this tote bag for example with a messenger style shoulder strap.


Its like a functional over night bag that can be slung over the shoulder and worn whilst riding a bike. I sold my old Freitag on ebay a year or so ago and i sort of regret it.


I'd like to get a new one but they are quite expensive. But worth it, as they are the original tarpaulin bag. There have been lots of copies, but none are as good.


Loving the Freitag. Nice work.

Monday, 25 October 2010

AIRLINE 70S BAGS

I like this shoot showing the jet age, aviation fashion and airline travel uniforms including the bags. The glamorous age of travel was accented by some very nice uniforms and travel bags. Mostly made from leather and vinyl, the shapes are rounded, simple and futuristic.







Thursday, 16 September 2010

RUSSEL'S BAG - SCHOOL BOY CHIC

This is Russel and his backpack.


Its like a briefcase with backpack straps which convert when unhooked into a shoulder bag.


The inside is decked out with lots of pen holders which comes in handy when you want to be organised.





Tuesday, 14 September 2010

BACK PACK BRIEF CASES

These vintage style bags are a bit like children's school cases. Satchels are definitely the flavour of the month right now with boxy being the new slouchy.



Japanese school bag with ye oldy worldy plastic moulded handle which i adore.


These backpack straps convert to a longer shoulder strap when they are unhooked letting the user choose between a shoulder bag and a backpack... how very convenient.


I have one a little like this in purple which i like but i have had trouble using it as its so stiff, but i love it all the same.

Monday, 6 September 2010

THE FORMAL BUM BAG

So we've had the sporty bum bag and here is the formal bum bag - characterized primarily by the oh-so-sophisticated use of material - namely snakeskin.


I predict the snakeskin / sporty combination as the next big thing in bum bags /fanny packs. They are already fairly dorkus so why not go the whole hog.


Combined with a floral shirt... apparently anything goes.


And all you designers out there- if you are not sure whether you choice in snakeskin is formal enough, just add a bow tie.

Thursday, 12 August 2010

TUCH SLEEVES

These are nice. I like the veg tanned leather finish. The leather will age beautifully over time being stained by the natural oils of the skin.


Have a little looky at their other stuff on: http://www.tuchmade.com



Here is the matching iphone case.

Wednesday, 28 July 2010

70S SUEDE PATCHWORK BAGS

These 70s style suede bags are nice. I like the craft meets fashion styling. I found them on etsy.



Tuesday, 27 July 2010

FLAT RED BAG

I just found this bag on etsy, I like its simplicity and straight-forwardness. It reminds me of a bag i had when i was a little girl. I also like how it is photographed. If you want to buy it, it might still be on etsy, seller id: GardenourLeather


Friday, 23 July 2010

90s EMBELLISHED BAGS

Decoration is back. I'm loving embellished bags, 90s style. Geometric structured patterns work best. Hardcore studs, rivets and chains are the way to go. Mixed metallic finishes on heavy weight black leather is the way to do it.