On April 23rd Carlos Falchi celebrated 30 years at Bergdorf Goodman with a retrospective exhibition. Not only were there gorgeous pieces dating back to the 70s on display, but Falchi designed 10 one-of-a-kind bags for the occasion. The designer himself was there and explained that five of the limited edition handbags were inspired by styles from his archives and five were inspired by New York City. When I asked Falchi about his favorite he said that they were all his babies and he couldn't choose, but if forced to pick he pointed to the Blue Python Signature Satchel ($3,940) pictured above along with its original sketch. More images after the jump!
This one was my favorite! The Python Weekender ($4,070), has huge scales and you don't see any seams. It's also relatively lightweight, has Falchi's signature summer inside lining, and comes with lots of inside pockets. It's like the Givenchy Nightingale, but way more fabulous!
This is one of the five New York-themed bags. It's a hand-painted python clutch ($1,070). Not my personal style, but the skin and craftsmanship are truly flawless.
These are really gorgeous unique bags. I go more for the classics ( Chanel), but really love the blue bag. Of course, that is a Falchi classic. Carlos Falchi is a lovely man. I think he is fighting for his company, during these difficult economy days. I wish him well and congratulations on 30 years!!
You gotta be kidding me - the flap bag looks like they forgot to remove the alligator's tongue when they cut the skin, and the fringe bag looks like one I can get in a thrift shop for $10. And let's not even talk about the atrocity that is the NY bag...
Congratulations Carlos! From Koki, Teresa and Jorge (hope you get to read this)
I agree with Eli, I don't get the hubbub over Carlos. His bags are plain ugly. I've never liked anything other than his python tote. The rest of it is just whatevs.