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Diane Von Furstenberg Goes Tribal by Weaving Leather

Thursday, March 25th, 2010 at 6:15 pm  

Diane Von Furstenberg wowed us with her chain link woven leather handbags a few weeks back (click here to read our review on Diane Von Furstenberg’s chain link woven leather bags), and it looks like she wants to keep on wowing us because her latest tribal inspired collection from the Hayworth line, is another spring hit.

We know tribal prints and patterns are hot this spring, but instead of using printed materials to come up with her collection, she used the weaving technique to create the patterns.

The tribal inspired set consists of a clutch and a tote; both feature contrast woven banding strategically interlaced to create ethnic inspired designs. To keep it modern, she accentuated the bags with metal studs.

Diane Von Furstenberg Hayworth Clutch, US$395

Diane Von Furstenberg Hayworth Tote, US$725

Such a technique (of weaving bands into the bag to create tribal patterns) actually makes the bags look more ethnically authentic. So far, I have not seen another brand do such a treatment so this makes DVF a pioneer once again.

You may shop for these bags via Shopbop.com.

You may also try this intricately woven Diane Von Furstenberg Hayworth Tote:

Diane Von Furstenberg Hayworth Tote in Woven Leather, US$725

Your New Spring Clutch: The Mar Y Sol Lola

Friday, March 19th, 2010 at 12:00 am  

We know woven is hot this spring, and so is the use of native materials like straw and raffia on shoes and bags. From Chanel’s straw-like, barn-inspired brushed tweed bags, to Bottega Veneta’s raffia made wedge sandals, it’s plain to see woven native accessories are one of the must-buy items of the season.

Chanel Coco Country Handbag (s2010)

Bottega Veneta Paille Raffia Wedge (s2010)

This being said, why not go with the flow and purchase a woven piece for yourself, even if you might not exactly be a fan of such native made pieces?

A good one to try for starters is the Mar Y Sol Lola Sequin Clutch:

Mar Y Sol Lola Sequin Clutch, US$85

It is small enough so you won’t feel overwhelmed with the bag’s native feel, and it is beaded with sequins to brighten up the plain straw appearance of the clutch and give it a more glamorous twist. In fact, this clutch is just the perfect item to bring if you’re off to a beach party or a beach date.

Priced at an accessible US$85, this Lola Sequin Clutch from Mar Y Sol is quite an affordable designer piece to buy.

You may purchase the  Mar Y Sol Lola Sequin Clutch at  Shopbop.com

Woven Purses of the Month: The Francesco Biasia 24 Woven Patent Clutch and Shopper

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010 at 7:07 pm  

As one of the best brands to consider when hunting for a woven purse or bag, Francesco Biasia surely never disappoints. His recent collection called “24 Woven Patent” is a must-have. A look at the pieces in this collection will make you want to buy the whole set, never mind the cost.

Francesco Biasia 24 Woven Patent Medium Shopper, US$582

Francesco Biasia 24 Woven Patent Chain Clutch, US$442

Composed of a Medium Shopper convertible into a Crossbody and a beautiful Chain Clutch, the Francesco Biasia 24 Woven Patent Collection boasts of finely made  bags made with intricately woven two-tone patent leather detailed with light gold hardware.

Even the interior of each bag reflects the designer’s finesse for quality and good workmanship as each is lined with the most luxurious of fabrics, while its inner compartments are trimmed with matching leather.

Interior of the Francesco Biasia 24 Woven Patent Medium Shopper

Interior of the Francesco Biasia 24 Woven Patent Chain Clutch

Biasia’s technique of applying texture (two-tone) on texture (woven) on these two arm candies truly makes it divine to behold. The design of each bag is quite simple but it is just as well because in its simplicity, the two tone woven patent leather detailing stands out like queen.

Toting these pieces will surely make you shine as it can easily catch anyone’s attention and earn you compliments from onlookers and friends.

Both the Francesco Biasia 24 Woven Patent Medium Shopper and 24 Woven Patent Chain Clutch can be purchased through Zappos.com