Straw/raffia

How do you reinvent a classic? A bag we have seen time and again, in every possible shade of the rainbow? By tweaking a few details to re-stimulate the eye. No, these are not bags you’ve never seen before. But they are refreshed, much like the renaissance your spring wardrobe is experiencing as of late. [...]

There’s no reason to relegate a straw bag to beach-vacation time. If you opt for one with the right shape and details, you can gain a great summer basic in the laidback material: the casual vibe in a functional bag. Whether it’s a classic tote that eases into everyday life or a structured satchel that’s [...]

There’s kitsch and then there’s camp: too much kitsch (and sometimes too much is just a little bit) can kill a bag, even if it’s knowing nod to a humorous reference. But camp is smart, infusing a sense of the over-the-top with a clever smirk. Proenza Schouler has camp down, especially when it comes to [...]

Vladimir Nabokov’s Lolita, which was first published back in 1955, might still be one of the most controversial novels of all time, but I’d like to look at it from a lighter perspective. The lusted-after young lady had a great eye for accessories! While heart-shaped glasses might be the item most synonymous with the bubblegum-smacking, [...]

From neons to pastels, it seems like color is abounding more than ever this year. Which means it’s time to take a small, high-heeled step back and think about contrast. I love juxtaposing bold, graphic prints with bright shades – it keeps everything innovative and it’s a great way to show off your individual eye. [...]

Think of summer and what comes to mind before a straw bag? Tory Burch’s synthetic straw (no wheat died for this!) shoulder bag is just the way I like my flax. With metallic silver leather trim, this is no country bumpkin’s picnic purse. It’s a hot city handbag! Tina gave me a straw-and-silver bag years [...]