Structurally Streamlined Bags from GRETCHEN
by Lesley Scott
Jan 12, 2011 1:29 PM PST
Emphasizing sassy sculptural silhouettes, the German-born designer behind Gretchen, Anne-Christin Hofmann, creates geometrically-shaped bags in luscious leathers that are loaded with carefully thought-out details.
Her knack for ace accessories is probably due to her somewhat 'unfair' advantage - she grew up in the warm, leathery embrace of her family's leather-goods store, Otto Kessler, playing hide-and-seek with her brother in between the piles of skins and shelves filled with finished accessories.
And as a teen with a talent for sketching and a growing interest in design, her nappa leather & ponyskin glove quickly became one of Otto Kessler's runaway best-sellers of the year.
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Bag of the Week - Hammitt Los Angeles 'Westwood' Satchel
by Susan Yara
Nov 17, 2010 2:39 PM PST
Every Monday evening, we turn our attention to Gossip Girl so we can swoon over Chuck Bass and, of course, to see the fabulous clothes, shoes and accessories the ladies wear. And sometimes we pay attention to the actual storyline. Maybe. The latest accessory to catch our attention? The Hammitt Los Angeles Westwood Satchel that Jessica Szohr's character has carried around.
This leopard-printed bag has Italian suede lining, double shoulder straps and gold-plated embellishments that bring out our sexy chic side. It's fun and flirty to carry around and fits just about everything you need to have with you (we really mean it when we say everything). And while the price might make a small dent in your bank account, we think it's well worth it.
Where to Buy - BoutiquetoYou.com
Price - $585.00
Who Found It - SusanY was the first to add the 'Westwood Satchel' to the Hive.
