Handbags have become a focal point in the ongoing trade war between the US and China. Many producers are online “showing” designer labels made for cheap in factories. It is hard to tell what is true and what is false. However, a nice bag is always nice to have.
@blackandpaper Beautiful Bags from Italy at the MIPEL fair. #handbags #womenshandbag #bags#fashiontiktok #fashion
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During Milan Fashion Week designer Edis Pala held his presentation based on influences and themes from the Balkans. On this fast episode of Before Tacky Fashion Podcast, Edis talks about a particular piece. This jacket would would be an eye catcher on any wearer.
During Pitti Uomo in Florence, Bologna based Victor Hart explained his denim look. The Ghana born designer is a craftsman when it comes to fabric but especially loves the versatile material.
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From Milan’s most stylish concept store Antonia, fashion designer Khosrov talks about a collection themed on classic styles combined with modern elements.
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Milan Fashion Week always involves shoes.
When Anna Piaggi passed away in 2012 at 81, fashion journalism lost an original. The Italian born writer left a mark with her conspicuous runway front row style.
Friends with Lagerfeld, Blahnik and others, Piaggi was a style giant with hats and dyed hair.
During the Lineappelle, the trade fair held an exhibition dedicated to flamboyant Milanese duds chronicler.
From Florence Italy during Pitti Uomo, this spontaneous podcast happened while walking to another appointment. I met Felipe Fiallo while the Italian shoe designer was discussing his collection.
I grabbed a tablet, then asked him to go over his footwear designs.
Coming soon, Up To You Anthology is a handbag brand with an ethos based on design.
I met Sohee Park in 2022 during her presentation supported by Dolce&Gabbana. The London based designer impressed with a collection that was both stunning and assured. Now in 2025, the Korean born creative head is presented collections in Paris for Couture Week. GOOD JOB!
Paris Fashion Week Couture continues.
