I love hangbag and accessory press days the most I think, there are always so nicely displayed, and the Lulu Guinness’ press day, showcasing her autumn/winter 2011 collection was no different. Set in the amazing space of The Savile Club, if you haven’t been there before think decadent detailings, high ceilings, spiralling staircases, a glamorous and divine setting for a collection inspired by the 1950’s Parisian Couture era.
There is a lovely mix to the collection, from gorgeous evening clutches to practical totes, postcard wallets, and a revamped version of my fav the Eliza doll face bag.
But for me it is the clutches that stand out the most: the fan bags (above), including the one that Helena Bonham Carter took with her to the Oscars; the sexy and flirty lip clutches, which come studded, Swarovski Crystalized, in Snakeskin, Perspex, glitter and even with a Union Jack or Stars and Stripes print; and new this season the structured box clutch (check out leopard print below), of course still complete with the signature lips clasp.
Love animal prints? Well look no further than this leopard print large Pollyanna, I really do love its vintage feel to the shape and clasp.
The Wanda (above) is still the icon bag of the collection, this season my favourite had to be this studded bow, it really does give you the feel of the inspiration behind the line, it kind of makes me think of a draped cocktail gown.
The studded black leather one is my stand-out piece, but I also loved the moody flower print and the shimmering wet-look metallic handbag, such great contrasting items. What makes it even better is that the Wanda line generally retails around the £300 mark, so for a designer bag with attitude, and room to carry all your things, this is a good shout.
I am also glad that the shop-front and fashion-inspired totes have returned for another season, practical-yet-chic and I love them. The little purses, around £50 price point, really do make great cosmetic bags.
The handbags I loved the most though were the revamped Eliza doll face bags, which now come with cherry patent coloured hair and a studded bow. The small oval shoulder strap handbag has certainly been added to my wishlist. So cute – to be honest I want them all!!!
