Archive for December, 2007

This watch by Maurice Lacroix won the Red Dot Award for its unique off-center dual time-zone. Constructed from stainless steel, this watch also features polished and unpolished sapphire crystal that reveals and blocks the day and night display as well as a black crocodile leather strap.

The Pontos Décentrique GMT was originally only available as a limited edition run of 999 in titanium, but now is your chance to pick one of these masterfully crafted watches from Maurice Lacroix for $5,506 USD.

For purchasing details, contact Maurice Lacroix. It is also available online here.

– Danlee

Organized by Process Packaging, 15 designers were asked to create limited edition designs for an eco-friendly reusable canvas bag. 250 bags from each designer were produced and are available for purchase from the Re-Bag section of the Process Packaging site. The price for these canvas bags, $29.84 USD, which includes packaging and shipping (allow 28 days for delivery).

There have been a number of fashion related accessories created recently that focus on the theme of sustainability and reusability. So get rid of those environmentally damaging plastic bags and pick up one of these stylish, nature friendly bags.

View all the 15 screen-printed designs and purchase them from Process Packaging.

– Danlee

Rush on over to Bluefly and snag a pair of these ultra chic skinny jeans by Sass & Bide for a whopping 40% off retail! Such a deal. This pair of designer denims are retailing everywhere else $184, but at Bluefly you can find the same pair for only $110.

Details: Available only in Faded Black stretch denim with contrast stitching, a zip fly with button closure, five pocket construction with button tabs on rear pockets, and tapered leg with snap-close slit at hem and 6.5” opening. These jeans are super low-rise (7”) with a 34” inseam. Materials are 98% Cotton and 2% Spandex.

Discover the Sass & Bide Denims
Price: $110

– Jennifer

Handbag label Kipling is celebrating 20 years in the business with the launch of a Patent Collection, a range of glossy pieces at an affordable price.

“Patent was ‘in the air’ and immediately gave us the possibility to translate the festive feeling we were looking for. It was such a perfect match that it came in an obvious way. The real challenge was to identify the DNA of the brand and then to extend its territory in a very consistent way with new fashionable lines and a new cool image. The second challenge was to do it in a way which works worldwide, keeping the universal appeal. That’s why I am always working around the Kipling values, women’s needs and personal intuitions – to be as ‘true’ as possible.” – ex-Celine designer Isabelle Cheron for Kipling

Over the last few years Kipling has suffered from a loss of consumer interest, although since they snagged ex-celine handbag designer Isabella Cheron, they have been making a comeback.

– Jennifer

Liven up any outfit with Chris Benz’s colorful new chic silk floral bouquet of roses pin. The floral brooch is made from turquoise, aqua and white silk crepe replete with pistils and stamens. The cabbage rose is backed with a circle of silk and wrapped into a fabric stem attached to a brooch pin.

Discover the Chris Benz Cabbage Rose Pin
Price: $225

– Jennifer

Fresh off the lot from Balenciaga, it’s the spring 2008 Compagnon Continental Wallets. Here are a couple gems currently available on Diabro.

Colors: Gris & Blanc Cassé
Stunning. This piece would not get shoved in my bag. It deserves the spotlight.
Ingredients: Soft kid suede, trademark distressed goat leather trim and giant brass hardware.

Colors: Blanc & Noir
This oh so pretty soft version looks sharp in a black and white contrast.
Ingredients: Soft kid suede, trademark distressed goat leather trim and giant brass hardware.

Colors: Brun & Carmel
This super soft caramel colored continental will surely satisfy anyone’s B.Bag sweet tooth craving.
Ingredients: Soft kid suede, trademark distressed goat leather trim and giant brass hardware.

Color: Blanc
Very minimal, a simple all white version, that even though is not as attention grabbing as the others, will surely grab some wandering eyes.
Ingredients: Trademark distressed goats leather with giant silver tone hardware.

Color: Magenta
One word: Delicious. You would have to be crazy not to fall for this mouth watering magenta pink version with the GSH.
Ingredients: Trademark distressed goats leather with giant silver tone hardware .

Color: Noir
To match your black Balenciaga City. What B.Bag collector doesn’t have that bag?
Ingredients: Trademark distressed goats leather with giant silver tone hardware.

My favorites: Oh can’t I pick them all? We are talking about Balenciaga here, they’re all super stars in my book (blog). I really-really like the two-toned silver trim on white version. The solid colored pieces are cool to, nice and simple. Oh wow and that magenta… yummy. Oh and of course I am totally loving the giant silver hardware.. they wouldn’t look as good without.

Discover the Balenciaga Compagnon Continental Wallets
Price: $540 – $560

– Jennifer

‘Underwear is outerwear’ is the concept behind designer Victoria Bartlett’s VPL Bra line. Victoria bridged the gap between underwear and sportswear by creating VPL. Her creations first hit the market in 2003 and are in high demand for their comfort and functionality.

Other important details: The material is 48% cupro 36% poly 19% cotton, you must hand wash only, the straps are adjustable, and this top is available in black or grey (pictured above).

Discover the VPL Bisectional Bra
Price: $142

– Jennifer

In 2003 New York Native Monica Botkier launched her urban chic designer handbag line and so far it’s been quite popular with a long trail of celebrities as well as fashionista followers. So what’s the next step in world of Botkier Fashion? Expansion. This spring 2008 Monica Botkier is adding shoes to her inventory. A wide selection of ballerina flats, pumps, sandals, and heels with a price range of $200 to $500. Wander on over to Botkier’s official site for more details and to get your pre-orders in.

Discover Botkier Designer Shoes

– Jennifer