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.

GIVENCHY - Pandora

The Givenchy Pandora is back! For pre-fall Givenchy continued with the original mode but made some sizing changes. The old large was discontinued, the old Medium became the new large, the old small became the New Medium, they ADDED a new "Small" Pandora (no front pocket) and the "Mini" stayed the same.


The main collection FW11 Pandora will be changing to the zip pocket front, so if you love the old style with the flap pocket then this will be your last chance to grab one. The last photo shows the new model pandora in Peacock Blue in a washed sheep leather. Above a pre-fall Pandora with the original small magnetic flap pocket at the front.
Below, the new FW11 main collection Pandora with the Zippered Front small pocket.

GIVENCHY

 

“ A bag isn’t just a bag, especially when it’s by Givenchy “

quote from Elle Magazine’s (US Issue – May, pg 122-123)  Fashion Insider report.   A two page article full of Givenchy bags.   Pick up and issue for the full read  or better still, visit the store and try on these lovelies.

GIVENCHY EVE

 

The EVE, a satchel style with a dressier look.  Instore now in matt wash sheep leather or glossy thick pebbled lamb leather.  Gold tone chain strap. 

GIVENCHY Nightingale Medium Black

 

New delivery –finally after the very long wait! We have 3 versions in store at the  moment.

The above version in calf leather with gold tone hardware, including metal gold tone “4G'” logo at the base of each handle.  $2,295

 

We also have the stealth tonal hardware version which comes in a grained lambskin leather.  All hardware is a dark gunmetal black tone including the “4G'” logo at the base of each handle.  $2,340

 

 

Finally, we have the washed sheep leather version (pepe) this time with a satin gold tone hardware.  The “4G'” logo at the base of each handle is embossed for this version.  $1,990

These are the medium blacks, however different variations are available for the black maxi/Large size.  Please contact the store if you need further information.

SS11 – Lilac Nightingale. The colour is officially called lilac but we received this colour in 2 different leather variations and their is an obvious difference. The calf  is more of a  taupe with a iridescent sheen.  The washed sheep leather version in the same colour is more lilac. Please refer to the below photo comparisons for reference.

 

GIVENCHY Antigona Medium

Pebbled Leather versions. SAND – MARINE – BLACK

Pebbled Leather versions.

Black and Red

Givenchy ANTIGONA – A New Classic

This understated bag is destined to become a classic.  It has all hallmark signs.  Understated, luxurious and timeless. 

Seen on a host of “celebrities”, each with very different styles, different ages but all looking great.

In store now – available in 2 sizes.

 

GIVENCHY PANDORA

 

The PANDORA, this isn’t a new style but we have new stock/colours for SS11.    Customers  either love  or hate this style.  Perhaps it’s the one should handle design?  ..which incidentally  allows for a comfortable fit and avoids the “ second handle fall off shoulder problem”.  It is light and user friendly, plus it looks great!      The largest size from the first season has been sized down (Liv Tyler’s size is no longer available) but there are  2 sizes to choose from and it is best to come down to try them.

 

GIVENCHY Antigona

 

Our first drop of Givenchy ss11 just landed.  We have the Antigona style back instock now.    This timeless style is proving to be very popular and has been seen on the arms of Gwyneth Paltrow, Sharon Stone and Beyonce.  

Gwyneth Paltrow wearing Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci “Antigona bag”  in black leather.  This  bag is available instore now.

Sharon Stone carrying the Antigona large size bag in shiny crocodile-style leather.  This model is available instore now.

Beyonce with Antigona in leopard print lambskin.  We have the print in the new George 5 bag.  Very nice!  We will post a review soon.