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Mini, but mighty | Loewe Flamenco Bag Review
During lockdown, my then-boyfriend/now-husband asked what I thought about buying a ranch in Montana and I was like “uhhh…” … but then I was like “well, I always wanted to take up gardening.” By “take up gardening,” I mean buy potted flowers, realise I did not dig the hole big enough, pathetically plant them, try…
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Is it TOO small? | APC Demi Lune Mini bag review
Band of Outsiders and Marc by Marc Jacobs came and went… but, one brand from that delectable 2005-2008 era holds true in our heart and remains in stores: Atelier de Production et de Création. … i.e., A.P.C. So, over a decade later, it makes sense that I’d finally get A.P.C.’s signature bag.
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So NOT a jewelry person, but… | Mateo jewelry review
My gold-plated hoops and vintage earrings might say otherwise, but… I’m not a jewelry person. Sure, I’ll get a Tiffany bangle engraved for my mother as a Christmas gift or, along with my husband, surprise my sister with a Cartier Love bracelet after she officiated our wedding. However, for me, personally? Expensive jewelry is too…
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Celine Small Trio Bag Review: How much has changed under Hedi?
Note: In recent months, it seems like the Celine Trio bag has been discontinued… however, you can still find it on resale sites like The Luxury Closet, The Real Real, or Vestiaire Collective. Personally, I’m in the minority. While I’m a devout Céline sunglasses wearer, I’ve never been a huge Phoebe Philo-stan. On the flip…
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Pretty perfect, but not worth full price: Isabel Marant bag review
Buying a new handbag is rare for me. … I prefer to keep my bags (mostly) classic. Every now and then though, a bag will creep up on me and rattle around my head. The ones that have been shaking in my mind the most are from, who else, Isabel Marant. … but spending $1,290…
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What’s With This It-Bag? The Row Ascot Bag Review
At some point, every millennial was obsessed with Mary-Kate and Ashley. … like to the point where I don’t need to be specific with using a last name. I could have said “Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen” — but like, you knew who I was talking about. My top 3 favourite Mary-Kate & Ashley direct-to-video movies?…
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Jennifer Fisher Hoops Review: I’d jump through hoops for these earrings
Saying “I love hoop earrings” has become as obvious as saying “I love avocado toast.” … like, duh you do. Hoop earrings have gone from ancient times to 1980’s Sade to literally every late-2010’s girl-at-a-boozy-brunch. They’re the best piece of jewelry that you can own. At this point, I don’t need to explain why —…
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Maison Michel Hat Review: I tip my hat to this historical milliner
You know how Castañer is deep-rooted in fashion history for creating the best espadrilles for Yves Saint Laurent or Hermès? It’s the same for Maison Michel’s hats. In the mid 1930’s Maison Michel made a name for themselves with their millinery talent. By the 70’s, they were crafting caps for houses like Dior, Valentino, and…
