Thoughts on Independent Designers????

[Fashionaire]

Hi Girls,

I want some feedback. I just acquired this darling little bag from an independent designer in NYC this weekend and want to know what you think and if you've heard of the brand Par Pou Private Label?

It's called the "Pleated Gaucho clutch". I was blown away by the fact that it was clutchable, but had a handle, and then I opened it and got a whiff of the new suede lining......hmmmmm.

I think it would be great for Spring/Summer?

 

[doreenjoy]

That's a very cute bag! The pleating is really cute.

I've never heard of that designer, but I'm a big fan of independent designers. Some of my favorite bags are from a designer in Northern California, Julia Duren, who uses drum dyed napa leather. The leather is thick and soft and holds up great. Her bags are amazing.

 

[foul temptress]

Oh yeah!
I like it!

 

[Fashionaire]

So I guess I shouldn't feel bad for wearing a brand that nobody's ever heard of....lol?

I love the bag & most importantly, it was affordable.......

 

[doreenjoy]

Never feel bad for wearing a bag that you love!

I love wearing unique and vintage bags that no one else has.

 

[alliemia]

i like it a lot too. is it snakeskin?
it doesn't matter if no one knows the brand, i think the design and quality of materials is more important than brand, actually.

 

[Fashionaire]

It's actually snakeskin embossed leather (hence the affordable part) with creamy pebble grain....you girls are making me feel much better about this....yeah!

 

[doreenjoy]

It's actually snakeskin embossed leather (hence the affordable part) with creamy pebble grain....you girls are making me feel much better about this....yeah!

It's got quality in all the details, though. Love the ruching, and a suede lining is luxe!

 

[No Cute]

That's a beautiful beautiful bag! I love independent designers and the idea that my money goes to those who create the bag, not a long line of suppliers, middle men, and execs. Plus, the beauty and craftsmanship are there.

Can these bags you all mentioned, especially OP's be seen online?

 

[LuxuryBagsEtc.]

Welcome to the forum! Cute bag!

 

[doreenjoy]

:welcome2: Yes,

 

[pursewatch]

I like it, it's very unique.

 

[kimalee]

Never heard of the brand, but I love the design!

 

[dcblam]

Welcome!
IF you love it, than wear it w/confidence and swagger!

This Forum appeals to many personalities....those that are brand conscious and others who can give a hoot and everything in between.

Thanks for sharing with us....it's adorable and love the two toned look....very chic! AND, I love independent designers!

 

[Liberté]

Regardless of brand, the bag looks really nice Its quirky, but not so much that it looss its elegance.