The Paper Lunch Bag Look

 

You’ve probably heard about the Jil Sander 'Vasari' bag.  “The bag, which is made of '100 per cent coated paper' and features stitched seams, was carried by office-ready male models during the designer's autumn/winter 2012 menswear show in January, and has proved such a hit that it's been selling out all over the world.”    http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/columns/bibby-sowray/TMG9509261/The-Jil-Sander-paper-bag-that-will-cost-you-185.html

 

You’ re probably coveting the rolled top clutch bags seen on the Céline runway for SS13.  These gorgeous bags won’t actually hit Céline stores until about January 2013.

 

But have you heard of the MARIE TURNOR? 

 

MARIE TURNOR ACCESSORIES is a Los Angeles based handbag and accessories company designed by Beth Goodman.  The classic style of MARIE TURNOR embraces timelessness and eschews trendiness in the spirit of finding beauty in everyday things:  a paper bag, an envelope, folded paper, the colours of nature... The essence of the brand lies in the realization that practical things are also beautiful.

Her signature “PICNIC” clutch was conceived in 2009, after the designer spotted an elegant woman walking in the Marais with a paper bag in her hand.  This has become one of her classic signature styles and is now made in a number of sizes, colours and leathers.

All products are made Southern California, using Italian leathers.  These bags are now available at CULSTATUS.   Prices from  $225 - 325.

Photo source above: T Magazine

The Structured Satchel

 

This season the must buy bag is the structured satchel which is both polished and chic, practical and versatile.  These double handled bags also have a long shoulder strap for added versatility. These bags tick all the boxes that make a timeless classic:

1) Givenchy Antigona – this bag needs no introduction and just gets stronger each season with new animations and details:

Available in Small, Medium and large.  Prices start at $1,995 for the small…..

2) YSL CHYC Cabas in the Mini – this is the only size in the CHYC cabas family with a strap.  But don’t let the name fool you, the mini isn’t mini at all, it is a generous size that will easily fit all your essentials.   Available in the softer Ranch leather ($2,195) or the firm “Mini Tweed” version ($2,250) this bag is definitely very chic and will take you from day through to easily easily.  It is really perfect size. You can’t go wrong with this one.

Currently available in Mouse(grey) and black mini tweed.

3) Alexander Wang Jamie.  Introduced the this season, we predict a winner.  A polished style with the Wang edge, this bag is perfect for the girl that doesn’t like to try too hard.  It is a comparatively light bag and so for all the girls that have complained about the heaviness of the studded bags this is the one you need to try.  Prices start at $1070

4) Alexander Wang Pelican.  Another hit from the new FW12 season.  This sleek  carryall is sophisticated and timelessly chic. $1,148

Available in Black and Bandage.

GIVENCHY PANDORA

 

New FW12 Givenchy has arrived.  There are 4 sizes available for the Pandora.  The mini and Small do not have the additional front pocket zip.  

We will post a size comparison on the Antigona in the next post…

MINI , SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE (left to right)

 

Large Pandora below:

Lily Collins with the Pandora Medium in the Washed Sheep leather:

another Medium Above

The “Mini” below:

 

Large above.

BALENCIAGA FW12

This first drop of BALENCIAGA FW12 has just landed!   Colour swatch below. 

COLOUR NOTES:

Anthracite has been replaced with a new grey which has lighter in shade and has cooler (blue) undertones.   I great colour that will transition into summer easily.

Cumin :  a caramel like colour – very nice.  Has a “vintage” like look. Great with with classic and Rose gold hardware.

Jacynthe: 

Mango:  Yellow like ripe Mango skin. 

Lagoon : Teal – beautiful colour saturation, beautiful colour.  When was the last time Balenciaga came out with a colour like this?  A new fresh colour and a definite colour to add to those “collecting”.

Rose Thulian:  A deep pink Rose shade –  raspberry like.   Darker in person.

Cassis:  Wine colour

Bleute:  a strong blue colour. Looks a little purple in the photos but is a clear blue in person with no obvious purple undertones.

Jacynthe: Looks blue grey in photos but has very clear Wisteria undertones….purple/blue/grey. Versatile colour which is alittle different.

Latte:  Dark beige.  Very classic, beautiful versatile colour.

POKER FONCE:  Not Ordered .

 

We have lots of styles and combinations but here’s a selection – ENJOY!

VOGUE’S ONLINE SHOPPING NIGHT 2012

As part of Vogue's online shopping night CULTSTATUS will exclusively offer online customers:

10% off all merchandise available in the online store (including SALE items).

In addition the first 20 people to spend more than $500 will receive a special edition 'Can't Buy Me Love' leather coin purse by Rebecca Minkoff, valued at $95.

The next 30 customers who spend over $500 will receive a $50 gift voucher.

NOTE: Perth customer's can enjoy the above promotion at the two Perth locations.

Terms: Customers must enter the code VOGUE at checkout.

PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR ORDER WILL NOT SHOW THE DISCOUNTED PRICE AT CHECKOUT BUT IT WILL BE APPLIED ONCE THE ORDER IS READY TO DISPATCH.  CREDIT CARDS ARE ONLY CHARGED MANUALLY ONCE ORDER IS CONFIRMED.

Available from 12pm – 12am (AEST) on Wednesday 20 June 2012.

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New Season Lanvin shoes

We recently received delivery of our new season Lanvin shoes! The Ballerina Wedge is a wonderful alternative to the traditional ballet flat. The sneaker has metallic detail which adds a touch of glamour to a casual shoe.

Ballerina Wedge Beige $795

 

Ballerina Wedge Black $795

 

Sneaker $795

Available now in-store.

Proenza Schouler IPAD Case

 

 

These just arrived today.  The colours are amazing!  This is the new “IPAD case”, which is perfect as a clutch.  It has a zip along the top and an external pocket.  A versatile size, here’s the size comparison with the PS1 clutch. 

Available in Citron yellow, Bright Red, Orchid, Midnight, Military and Black - $850.

We also have the Crossbody pouch in citron.  The full range of bags will be posted in the next few days.   Call up now if you can’t wait as these won’t last.

Other colours include military, smoke and midnight.     

 

We also have the these cute wallets.

YSL Oval Ring– special “Love” edition

 

YSL Arty Oval Ring in Pink with “LOVE” engraved on the back.

Special edition – very limited numbers. 

Available in size 5-9.

Available in-store now.

YSL Muse II with Strap ?

 

Sophisticated and ladylike, top-handle bags are a stylish option for day and night, but how many times have you thought  “if only it had a strap”?  

The YSL Muse II is a classic top handle style with soft structure which makes it a little less formal. A timeless style, the Muse II looks just as good with a suit  as it does with jeans.  But they have now made this classic even better, by added an optional strap. Made just long enough to be worn cross body or on the shoulder.

We have just received the Classic Muse II medium in Black leather with Canvas base and silver tone hardware ($1,495). The strap is an additional $195.