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Gucci is one brand that is always up for a fun collaboration. To wit, Frida Giannini this week unveiled her design partnership with Lapo Elkann on a limited edition Fiat 500 (absolutely adorable!) that will launch in April for around $24,000. For those who love the project but don’t have the need for a car, [...]
With clothes offering an abundance of texture and color for fall, Frida Giannini made the right move by keeping her accessories subtle and, for the most part, understated. The majority of the collection shown on the runway was small and subtle. The idea, it would seem, is that they’re meant to complement, not dominate, the [...]
While the ready-to-wear had the critics drawing mixed reviews, Christopher Bailey’s fall bags at Burberry Prorsum were whimsically beautiful. The bowling bag was the clear standout style, with an alligator trimmed landscape version drawing top remarks for its English men’s shoe inspired details (note the two large tassels). The oversized yet simple tassels add a [...]
Designed with a leisurely feel in mind, but updated to be modern and chic, Devi Kroell had returned to the fashion scene with DAX GABLER, a new line whose name draws from her grandmother’s maiden name. The Tyrolean heritage was evident throughout the garments, with their indigenous roots, as well as in the practical nature [...]
“Structured will always exist in my handbag line, but I felt it was the right time to add some volume while softening the silhouettes,” Victoria Beckham told Bag Snob following her fall show. “I think women want to be confident and comfortable with their clothes AND bags.” This season, along with the easier shapes, Beckham [...]
Aside from one embellished evening clutch, Jason Wu’s fall handbag collection remained practical and functional. His classic shapes were reincarnated in a new color palette while a new version of his iconic doctor’s bag was unveiled. My favorite? A shrunken envelope clutch that bears his trademark owl on a circular hangtag; they’re fun, festive and [...]
