TIPS & TRENDS
In The Bag
Whether
your style is ladylike elegance, casual chic, or contemporary cool, we have
you covered.
By Sandy Hapoienu
Stellar Tote
Montblanc’s “Pamini” tote has a modern, stylish kick thanks
to the quilted canvas fabric with exploding star pattern. Cost: $1,240;
available at Montblanc, The Westchester, 125 Westchester Ave., White Plains,
964-1254
What a Stud
“The Drew” hobo bag, new from ROMYGOLD for fall 2010, has jet-black
studding that gives an edgy twist to a classic shape. Cost: $640; available
at Richards, 359 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, CT, (203) 227-5165
Croc the Casbah
Make an entrance just about anywhere with “The Paris” bag in chocolate
crocodile by LAI. The very ladylike top handle is reminiscent of the 40s, and
it comes with a detachable shoulder strap. As a bonus, this finely crafted bag
is made in the USA. Cost: $2,250; available at Lola, 80 Purchase St., Rye, 921-3162
Glam
Without Glare
If pavé crystals and logos aren’t your style, grab this Ferragamo
clutch. In silver silk with subtly glowing embellishments, it’s the epitome
of Italian luxury. Cost: $1,350; available at Salvatore Ferragamo, The Westchester,
125 Westchester Ave., White Plains, 946-0604
Fashion School
Remember the “Danish Schoolbag” from your prep school days? This
Michael Kors “Darrington School Satchel” is a grownup version of
the Chocolate Soup classic. Cost: $995 for the dark gold, copper metallic, and
vicuna distressed leather varieties. The barley python version costs $2,595.
Available at Michael Kors Lifestyle Store, The Westchester, 125 Westchester
Ave., White Plains, 422-0000
Sandy Hapoienu, is a Waccabuc-based photo stylist and shopping
editor. She is also a fierce personal shopper, a runway stylist, and a magician
who can transform the girl-nextdoor into a fashionista. On top of that, she
is a professor of visual merchandising at SUNY Westchester Community College.
Email Sandy at fantasticfinz@hotmail.com.
