Favlook – Lookfav Focus: bags of whimsy for Fall ’14

04 Saturday Oct 2014

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Bags have evolved into signature accessories

not simply as an outfit complement but

as a statement about the wearer:

the quirkier the bag,

the more fashion fun-type the wearer,

(at least I think so!)

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A bag can be key to cementing a look

or be the centerpiece of a style ensemble.

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For Fall ’14 accentuate your dress flair

with fashion fun bags of whimsy.

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A few ‘in the bag’ ideas:

(images from Tommy Ton):

‘A bag of anger’

body cross bag with thin gold tone metal strap

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Pop art appeal a la Roy Lichtenstein

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Advertisement clutch

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Supermarket carriers

grocery basket bags from fashion label Chanel

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(images from the urbanspotter):

With one eye open

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Follow directions

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(images from polyvore):

Spongebob bucket bag

from Moschino

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“I’ll have some fries with that’

from Moschino

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(image from moschino.com):

‘Moo, cow’ from Moschino

hand-held or shoulder-perched

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(images from nssmagazine):

‘A good time was had by all’

blood-shot eye, leather pouch bag

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No cherries here: it’s a banana on top!

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Knitted thingy

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Angry face backpack

with faux fur ‘mohawk’ detail

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(imagea from ydavydova.com):

‘It’s all about moi’

complete with Cindy Crawford beauty mark

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Mad Monster Face carry-all

by designer Jeremy Scott for Longchamp

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(images from asos.com):

‘Happy girl’

pink, shoulder bag with gold/leather woven strap

from Moschino

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Cat on the back backpack

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Strawberry milkshake clutch

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus: leather box bags for autumn 2014

17 Wednesday Sep 2014

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This autumn, consider constructing your look with a leather box bag

a design, which has stood the test of fashion decades.

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American leather goods company, Mark Cross,

designed the case used by the actress Grace Kelly

in the film Rear View (1954).

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A compact shape, spacious interior and abundantly stylish –

the Grace Box Bag become a fashion success,

and has achieved iconic status.

(image from lookonline):

the actress Grace Kelly and the box bag by Mark Cross

both appearing in the movie, Rear Window

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(from elle.com):

the iconic Grace Box Bag from Mark Cross

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The original Mark Cross box bag has fueled fashion inspiration

of varying design interpretations. Emphasis is on a neat framework with

abundant interior space. A case of a ‘great thing in a little package’.

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The fashion word

Out: slouchy, formless, sag-bags

In: structured, geometric box bags

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(photos by meappropriatestyle)

leather box bags in treacle brown

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design inspiration: a doctor’s medical bag

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square with soft, rounded edges

box bag by Ralph Lauren

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(forzieri.com):

leather trunk by Aspinal of London

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(image from the baghagdiaries):

texture and colour options

box bags from Mark Cross

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(image from barneys.com):

a bit of rock & roll

studded Grace Box Bag from Mark Cross

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(images from fashionising):

On the runway

Marc by Marc Jacobs, a/w 2013

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soft shade of blue

box bag clutch from Mark Cross

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(image from fashionising):

in ivory: humming bird and floral details

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(photo by YoungJun Koo)

raspberry pink/black with hardware

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It’s in the D-DNA ! (design-detail n’ attitude) : Marni s/s 2014

31 Saturday May 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, bags, colourspeak, headwear, jewellery, sandals

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Consuela Castiglioni

the creative behind the Marni label

never fails to impress.

(image from wwd.com):

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Her s/s 2104 collection

is well thought out, expertly executed

resulting in clothes of exceptional

D-DNA (design-detail and attitude)

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The collection gives a vigourous nod to the au courant of sporty fashion

combined with evident elegance that is bold and sure.

The winning accessories ‘ pumps up’ the attitude factor:

new look visors, lady like hand bags with utilitarian shoulder straps,

embellished wedge flat-form sandals, statement jewellery and

belts which cinch in the total look.

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The ‘wow’ has been factored into the equation!

Marni s/s 2014

The Collection

(images from style.com):

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gentle pleating, wide cuff trousers

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skirt with cut-out waist detail

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on fashion point: tied skirt

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green colour code: clutch and bracelets

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encore ensemble

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explosive: floral applique bomber

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orange/black grid graphic bag with gem encrusted strap

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perfetto! : perforated green leather jacket with zipper detail

and embellished collar;

visor with coordinating colour adornments

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ultimate sport lux: flirty, floral, fun

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gem encrusted chocolate brown clutch and embroidered bum bag

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AiB (All in Black): fitted ballerina-esque top with sheer wide cuff trousers

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botanical bounty

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gem stone panel / grid graphic bag with utilitarian shoulder strap

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perforated perfection: dark chocolate brown jacket and white handbag

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be-jewelled / be-dazzled

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‘white bright’

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus: liking what you see, with fringes on it

22 Saturday Mar 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, AiB (All in Black), design inspiration, fabric blends, Favlook - Lookfav Focus, runway presentation, scarves, shoes... glorious shoes, signature look, street style sass

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Fringes / Tassels

are everywhere and found on everything –

clothing

bags

jewellery

hats

on the runway

street style

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– a fun fashion detail which animates any piece with

movement, energy, jauntiness

Makes you want to shake it up a bit!

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Street style Sass

(images from theurbanspotter.com):

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high stepping lady in red with grey and brown accents

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yellow swing

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black asymmetric bomber jacket with trailing fringe

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(image from luisaviaroma.com):

black leather trainers with metal fringe

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(image from dg-clothesproject.com):

Daniel González, Bastardisation Collection #3, 2014, gold leaf, spray paint, fringes and bijou on leather decollete shoes, n38 - unique piece, ph Elena Girelli

material mix:

gold leaf, leather, spray paint, textile, bijou (delicately worked)

from the Bastardisation Collection by Daniel Gonzalez

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(images from whowhatwear.com):

Tip of the Day: Daytime Fringe

hula inspired (but not with grass) black leather skirt

animal print trainers

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Street Style

a bit of flapper fashion

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(images from stories.com)

fringe jewellery from & other stories:

silver cuff with gold metal fringe

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gold fringe hair clip

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gold necklace with fringe detail

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for a proper ‘handshake’:

ring with contrast light/dark silver medal fringe

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(images from emmaware.com):

jewellery by Emma Ware

wave neck2.jpg

the re: cycle collection

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the oscuro collection

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the oscuro collection

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(image from accessories magazine.com):

Gucci leather and suede handbags

colour rich general / fringe detail specific:

Gucci bags in leather and suede

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(images from ellecanada.com):

pfw fall 2014 street style mono 6 PFW Fall 2014 street style: How to wear black and white

a salute to AiB (All in Black)

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feathery effect

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sway in the wind:

ivory rucksack with hardware and fringe a flutter

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(photos by I’M KOO):

‘throw your hand in the air!’

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going with the natural flow

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the long of it, nothing short here

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(image from asos.com):

Image 1 of One Teaspoon No Control Leather Tassel Waistcoat

summer music festival-wear:

tasseled leather waistcoat with stud detailing

by Australian brand One Teaspoon

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Image 1 of One Teaspoon Faded Love Leggings with Fringing

marl grey leggings with fringe to side

by One Teaspoon

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Image 1 of One Teaspoon Mariachi Morrison Shorts in Leather

bronze leather short trousers with tassel cuffs

by One Teaspoon

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(image from the guardian.com):

A model presents an outfit by Blue Man during the 2014 Summer collections of the Rio Fashion Week in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

something(s) extra: by Blue Man

Rio Fashion Week, summer 2014

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On the runway

(stylebistro.com):

necklaces by Roberto Cavalli, s/s 2014

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Just Cavalli, a/w 2014

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(images by fashionising):

Junya Watanabe, s/s 2014

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Derek Lam, s/s 2014

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Bag it! … winning whimsical carriers for 2104

22 Saturday Mar 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, avant garde, bags, design inspiration, design inventive, fashion fun, signature piece

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Handbags have taken centre stage

for ‘dress performance’ and final act;

no longer cast in supporting roles as mere ‘accessories –

but for 2014 are established leads, worthy of spotlight focus.

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(images from nymag.com):

acrylic orange gummy bear clutch by Charlotte Olympic

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the Grayson two colour combo fuzzy clutch by Shrimps

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acqua marine jelly clutch by Proenza Schouler

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Saffiano clutch by Prada

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shimmery crisp packet bag by Anya Hindmarch

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(photos by I’M KOO):

‘it’s a knockout!’

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record-breaking design

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‘message’ bag’: take note

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the bare essentials in hand: cig clutch / mobile phone ~ done!

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‘a small cry for ___’

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movie-goers delight: cinema ‘popcorn box’ bag

b/w stripes, yellow handle, gold chain shoulder strap

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‘would you like fries with that ?’ bag by Moschino

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from the cupboard shelf: aluminium tin bag with metal strap

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(images from stylebistro.com):

it’s in the cards

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any requests?: portable keyboard lego-inspired bag

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Sweet couture … Chanel for PFW, a/w 2014

05 Wednesday Mar 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, bags, coats, colourspeak, fabrication, fashion fun, handbag design, Paris Fashion Week, shoes... glorious shoes

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Fashion month for a/w 2014

is almost at its end.

It it seems that some of the yummiest

have been saved for last.

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Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

(image from businessoffashion.com):

presented a collection to whet the ‘must have it’ appetite:

– supermarket bonanza themed runway show

– colour and texture in perfect harmony

– featuring trainer footwear fashion

– so many fun looks from which to choose

– and the Grade A selections are:

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(images from style.com):

suited up

body knit:

mellow melon

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cranberry red

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bedazzling carrier:

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tummy exposure:

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bright coats:

banana yellow ‘a peel’

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zesty lime

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accessory accents:

knee high lace up trainers and woven bag

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in a bit of a hole

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evening aisle:

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confection perfection:

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus: ‘bin bag’ it for spring/summer 2014

10 Monday Feb 2014

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, avant garde, bags, design inspiration, fashion fun, JW Anderson, metallics

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus

Chucking everything in it, but the kitchen sink –

a bin bag inspired purse is a

quirky, fun carry-all option for s/s 2014:

making its runway debut, with / without drawstrings and rings –

a handbag design concept … not to be trashed.

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Lanvin by Alber Elbaz

‘metallica’

(image from handbag.com):

lanvin sack bag trend for spring summer 2014 - bin bag handbag.jpg

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(images from vogue.co.uk):

JW Anderson

‘matte finish’

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Celine by Phoebe Philo

‘rimmed”

(images from vogue.co.uk):

Close Up 20

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Close Up 4

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Close Up 69

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Tote-able art

30 Wednesday Jan 2013

Posted by meappropriatestyle in accessories, design inventive, handbag design, inspiration, Kathleen Dustin

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Handbags serve a practical purpose

easy to carry storage for all the bits and bobs needed throughout the day.

For such purpose, utility is key.

Yet, there are those pieces that are simply items of tote-able art.

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Meet Kathleen Dustin, internationally recognised polymer clay artist.

Her handbags are exquisite creations, which are

inspired by the natural beauty of the

New Hampshire landscape (where she resides)

and images from her world travels.

designer, Kathleen Dustin

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(image from janiceabarbanel.blogspot.com):

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(images from kathleendustin.blogspot.co.uk)

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(images from coolpicturegallery.net):

Creative Bags From Kathleen Dustin Seen On coolpicturegallery.blogspot.com

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Favlook – Lookfav Focus: bags of whimsy for Fall ’14

Favlook – Lookfav Focus: leather box bags for autumn 2014

It’s in the D-DNA ! (design-detail n’ attitude) : Marni s/s 2014

Marni s/s 2014

The Collection

Favlook – Lookfav Focus: liking what you see, with fringes on it

Bag it! … winning whimsical carriers for 2104

Sweet couture … Chanel for PFW, a/w 2014

Favlook – Lookfav Focus: ‘bin bag’ it for spring/summer 2014

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The Collection

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