Exotics

Snobs who leave no bag unturned surely demand a wallet that matches the rest of their wardrobe, right? In the midst of bag frenzies, the wallet is an oft-neglected accessory that doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Count on the boys of Proenza Schouler to change that. When your wallet is extra-spacious and comes with [...]

A fashionable crowd came out to play at NYC’s Frieze Art Fair this past weekend, and it got me thinking about how we dress for summer events. From the ultra-posh art lovers frequenting gallery openings to the cool hippie girls rocking out at Coachella, we love to dress the part when we go out. Frieze [...]

I’m already shopping for fall, and since ponyhair is always high on the autumnal agenda, I fell fast and hard for this sumptuous top handle. The bag is a Nancy Gonzalez, so crocodile is of course involved – just on the sidelines this time. While leopard print with croc side panels is an ambitious combo, [...]

Boring? Maybe. Amazing? Absolutely. When it comes to copious amounts of crisp, clean, uncluttered python, Zagliani is where it’s at. I have long loved their Tomodachi bowling bag, especially in its smaller size, so it’s safe to now say I will love it forever. The enduring pull of python skin in the lush, matte shade [...]

The JoJo in hand-painted watersnake, topped with a gold metal-and-leather chain: this is the best Jérôme Dreyfuss bag of Fall/Winter ’13, hands down. Taking things in a rare direction for the brand, the latest incarnation features minimal hardware, zero colorblocking (or mixed prints, for that matter), and a trimmed-down feel. The result? A burst of [...]

Last night’s MET Gala was a punk rock star-studded event. From SJP flashing her lacy knickers and custom Louboutin thigh-highs in a wild Philip Treacy headdress to Madonna’s super short plaid Givenchy and playful black wig, the veterans showed the PYTs how it’s done. Not even Katy Perry’s religious-inspired Dolce & Gabanna gown (and crown!) [...]