I'm going to Chicago next week.....so obviously I had to purchase a new purse, but not just any purse.
This purse.....
She resembles this Hermes Birkin....which I am requesting for my birthday....and at $62,251, am not likely to ever see in my wardrobe..... but a girl can dream.
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I adhere to the elements of decor when choosing my wardrobe and accessories. I'm typically about Function first, then Form, but I have to say, when I spotted this handbag beauty, the two Fs were suddenly running neck and neck in the race to outdo each other. Let's talk Form first. My emerald green, leather, faux croc, gorgeousness Due Fratelli by H&V is made in Canada, not France, and I shopped locally buying her at an Ottawa store, Shepherd's, not Hermes.
Let's take a closer look at this green lusciousness. The Texture, the Colour, the Rhythm and Pattern exhibit elements of sophistication from decades past. Let's not forget about the Size, Scale and Proportion which are perfect for my arm...BLISS.
Let's take a look inside as I discuss the importance of Function.
And she also sports a detachable shoulder strap, which for me is perfection as I sometimes, need to be hands free. Did I mention I'm going to Chicago and may have to go shopping?.... but not for a new purse...obviously!
When all the elements are aligned there is Harmony!
If you're curious, I'm going to Chicago to attend KBIS ... The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show with some designer 'tweeps' (twitter friends) and not only that, we will be joining other tweeps for dinner and drinks, not once, but twice. And since I have never been to 'that toddlin town', I will be wide eyed and in awe as my tweeps show me around.... with my fabulous purse perched over my shoulder.
Absolute gorgeousness Maureen! I am "green" with envy :-). I too have a penchant for purses that goes along quite nicely, I might add, with my fetish for footwear. And like you, though, I can only dream of the real "Hermes" deal. But we can certainly entertain ourselves quite nicely shopping for the next best thing, cant we?
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful time in Chicago!
Indeed we can Donna. In fact, I debated making the post longer and including my vintage MOB handbag that I purchased with you. When can we go purse shopping again?
DeleteLOL! As you know I also have a penchant for purses, and like you, even more than shoes. I love the colour, but I'm sure you knew that already. I sincerely am rooting for you to get the Hermes one for your birthday but this one is perfect....to help you wait until then.
ReplyDeleteI was going to buy the red one ( be still my heart), but Danielle asked very seriously "how many red purses do you NEED mom"....so green it was. I then, of course, had to buy a scarf, to match the purse and my coat, because I hear it gets WINDY in Chicago.
DeleteI LOVE your purse! Green is my favorite colour, and the style/function of that beauty is drool worthy... can I say I'm green with envy? Great find, and I can't wait to read your post featuring your new Hermes Birkin that'll surely be added to your collection on your birthday... Does it come in red? ;-)
ReplyDeleteSheila, my purse does come in red, which was my first choice. But I 'm loving the fresh green for spring.
DeleteThat is one sexy purse! Love the shape and the texture, and the fact that you can carry it by either the handle or the strap. I bought a purse a few weeks ago that's almost the same colour - it's not as sexy as this one, but it's a step up from my little zebra print purse :-)
ReplyDeleteWhen are you going to tell us about your trip to Chicago?!
Kelly