There, I’ve said it. It’s in print so it must be true…. I would gladly hand over all the cake in my possession to have one of the Uniform Wares 150 series.
Established in 2009 by British product designers Patrick Bek and Oliver Fowles, this stylish duo produce classic yet simplistic […]
Every now and then you stumble across websites and initiatives that remind you that the world is getting smaller. And that’s a nice thing, right?
Through posting a discussion on LinkedIn.com to gain insider perspectives on a fashion industry conundrum, I discovered not 1 but 2 design initiatives.
Peonyrice is an accessory […]
Long time no blog eh’ – I’ve no excuse really apart from the fact that work and book have been ever-present on the ‘to do’ list and the blog had to take a breather.
So, I was debating whether to make a comment about the below article because it will label […]
An interesting article caught my eye today from the WSJ about the increase in costs of leather hides due to an increase demand of luxury leather goods primarily from Far East markets.
It seems that an increase in China’s middle class has forced a higher demand of leather goods pushing up […]
So tell me…..How hard can it be to find a bag that fits your lifestyle, needs, wardrobe and price point? Well?….as it happens, pretty hard if you’re a picky bag lady like myself.
It’s not that I’m particular (of course I am), it’s not that money’s no object (of course it […]
My Favorite things:
Peacocks on shoulders and pink fox fur mittens,
Chiffon in plisse and velvet bow clip ons,
Snake-skin and satin, all hues are sublime,
These are my picks from the Gucci Fall line.
Cerise and chocolate with nipped in small waisties,
Wide legs in lilac, red ruffles so dainty,
Deep V’s that slash […]
In a world where the majority of people and industry have been drained by economic crisis, the luxury sector has impressively managed to keep its footing and sustained its relevance.
However, rather than celebrating and glorifying their brand names in bigger and bolder print there has been a deliberate step back […]
What are the British good at? What are the first 3 things that spring to mind?:
1) Waiting in a queue
2) Dry sense of humour
3) Binge drinking.
All agree? – OK!
Think of another….craftsmanship? YES! I shout!
The Brits have been doing this for years, centuries even. The heritage we have huge when it […]