{Fashion} Highlight: Corto Moltedo Handbags in Singapore

Are you someone that likes classic black clutches or do you go for something a little more edgy and unusual (I am a bit of both!)?

If you are someone that identifies with the latter, you should check out Corto Moltedo - a contemporary and funky brand designed by Gabrielecorto Moltedo (sons of Bottega Venetta founders Laura and Vittorio Moltedo) - talk about a great family history in fashion design!  I was curious about his purses after seeing one on Anna Dello Russo (who so fittingly carries the bags) and attended a preview at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore in late April.

Corto's handbags are definitely quite a departure from those of his family.  There is a familiar play on texture with the perforated bags, but I liked the edginess of some of the clutches.  Neon colors, unexpected add ons (aww don't you love the ladybug!), and a combination of textures make these clutches modern and totally Anna Dello Russo appropriate.   I didn't love the multicolored exotics, but veered towards the unexpected classic styles.

This was my favorite clutch - I love how the classic gold touches peek out of the more rustic cork material.  

I also liked the boldness of the Susan Shock style - gotta love the edges and see how it reflects the neon pink clutch that is the same style as the one carried by Anna Dello Russo!

The bags range from 250 - 1400 Euros and are available in Milan, Paris, and NYC.

{Party} Highlight: Hermès Scotts Square Launch and Graffiti party

When I think of Hermès, I think of carriages, galloping horses, ladylike bags, and lots of orange.  Graffiti is probably the last thing to come to mind! Well Hermès has shown that their style is ever evolving.  The luxury brand collaborated with French graffiti artist Kongo to not only create a few new scarf styles, but also to design an edgy look and feel for their Scotts Square in Singapore.  I still like the classic scarf designs, but it is nice to have options!

I was intrigued by this funky new collaboration and promise of macarons so I had to stop by the store opening on Friday, December 9.  I was definitely greeted by that oh so lovely orange and the macarons with the most decadent fudgey center (I may have had a few, don't tell my low carb/sugar diet).  Kongo created all the windows for the story in psychedelic colors and also contributed to Graff Hermès - a fun photo booth where anyone could take pictures in a Hermès cutout.   He also created custom graffiti tags for a few hours as well (I totally missed this part, but seriously how fun would that have been?)

I love that art isn't confined to or designated only as street art.  It is just art - an image that expresses the emotions of its creators and evokes a response in the rest of us.
The macarons may have made me philosophical...

Here are a few shots from the event:
Photo booth cutout - it looks exactly like the scarf!

Yum...

 Exclusive scarf created for Scotts Square

 Yep I need this belt!

 This color way is my favorite!

More pictures on Flickr here!

{Party} Highlight: Le Perla Launch at Marina Bay Sands

Proscecco + chocolates + lovely, lacey lingerie = great party

I attended the La Perla launch at the Marina Bay Sands with my lovely Italian friend last week.  There were quite a few well-dressed people munching happily on prosciutto and sipping bubbly as we awaited our chance to peruse the new shop.

I loved....

...the luxe styling

...bright colors, delicate lace, and unique details on the lingerie and swimsuits

...and the box that came with the goodie bag (this happily houses my husband's endless supply of loose change now).

Unfortunately we missed the mini fashion show (I think it went on for 5 minutes inside while everyone else lounged outside) but met a few very cool people and even headed to the Tommy Hilfiger launch with them. The cheesecake crumbs on my sleeve demonstrated the good time I had at that party.

The Marina Bay Sands is filling up with quite a nice mix of luxury shops and mainstream designers.  Check it out if you're in Singapore!

Have you been to any fun parties or launches lately?  Check these and more pictures on my Flickr page here.