Patent Leather
There was a time (not too long ago) when mixing navy and black was frowned upon. But it’s the year 2012, when the first rule of fashion is: break all the rules. Proenza Schouler have always been a duo to enjoy pushing a boundary or three, without pushing the limits of what our eyes crave [...]
Hear it here first: You absolutely must arm your closet with red this fall, and there’s no need to be shy about it. When it comes to red, go big or stay home. It’s a “look at me” color, so invite the stares! Here are some fun choices that bring real heat: 1. Charlotte Olympia [...]
It seems that bondage-inspired weaponry and it-bags are inextricably linked. I took issue with Christian Louboutin’s Artemis shoulder style, likely to puncture your throat whether you like it or not, and now Florence-based Thomas Blakk’s little rebel has caught my attention. He calls his designs, “technical, punk, and futuristic.” Check, check, and check. And cites [...]
Resort ’13 is anything but predictable. From sleek and chic to kaleidoscope-induced patterns, you can take it from one extreme to the next with a quick switch of clutch. What’s your poison? Givenchy indulges in another round of wild prints, this time with gypsy-luxe scarf patterns and wildly ornate embellishments taking over. Transfixing, yes, and [...]
It seems like someone at Reed Krakoff is hearing the complaints of their overly cumbersome bags. I was recently musing over the Uniform Satchel for being a huge improvement in the way of convenience. Now the Standard Mini sets a new standard on the brand’s once-intimidating size. With that cool foldover-tab closure, this petite shoulder [...]
Jil Sander Madame Shoulder Bag At Saks Fifth Avenue for $1,200
