I’m a big Gossip Girl fan, and Blair Wardorf is the ultimate polished-to-perfection fashionista.
You may remember her carrying a gorgeous orange tote in a summer themed outfit, and if you don’t, check out our magazine to remind you. That little beauty was a design by little-known designer Riki Rosetta .
Her style is an ecclectic mash up bewtween vintage housewife and splashes of colour and texture. She’s one of my favourite new finds, and that’s not just beacuse i’m so desperate to copy Blair.
Simple designs that combine vintage details such as kiss clasps and structured frames with modern pops of exotic colour, can easily transform an outfit.
Take the Gossip Girl favourite, the Bella. In a summery yellow tone, the bag instantly lifts an all black outfit (the go-to style for LFW) and yet its simple rectangular tote shape is so clean and unfussy that it’s, without a doubt, a timeless piece. Regardless of whether a splash of colour is in fashion or not, the beautifully luxurious dimpled ostrich effect makes it look classic instead of a one-trend wonder.
It’s not just their simple totes that have caught our attention either. The clutches make for a powerful and yet feminine accessory. Choose the Black Croco as your instant go-to clutch. As the name would suggest, it comes in a wonderfully glossy mock croc design which adds a layer of texture to any outfit, instantly spicing it up whilst still keeping you within your comfort zone.
Riki’s bags would suit almost any woman, but I think they’ll work especially well with a simple dress sense. Think well-cut jeans and trousers, little black dresses and a good pair of heels. It’s the perfect way of trying out colour if you’re a little bit scared of it.
Prices start from around £150 for a clutch, which I think, given the level of workmanship and the good quality leather, is an absolute snip. The amazing news is that Riki Rosetta is currently offering 20% off on all her bags. Apply code Spring12 at the checkout.
So if you’re after something with all the class of our best-loved designer brands, but something yet to be discovered by the entire fashion industry, try Riki Rosetta, you won’t be disappointed.
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