Das längliche Modell war Ende der neunziger Jahre die Ultimative Taschenform. Der Meilenstein für die erste It-Bag wurde gesetzt, als 1997 das Modehaus Fendi Ihre Baguette aus den Zwanzigern neu interpretierte und von Stars, wie z.B. Sarah Jessica Parker in der Kult Serie Sex and the City durch das aufregende Großstadtleben New Yorks getragen oder sollte ich besser sagen in Szene gesetzt wurde. Der Hype war geboren.
Die Baguette Bag lässt sich natürlich unter den Arm geklemmt tragen, eben so, wie die Franzosen es mit ihrem Brot zu tun pflegen. (Aha, daher Baguette!) Sie ist in ihrer Tragweise jedoch etwas flexibler als die Clutch. Denn sie besitzt einen Henkel, gerade lang genug, dass der kleine Allrounder auch über der Schulter getragen werden kann. Durch diese Tragweise ist sie für manchen die Zicke unter den Handtaschen, wir jedoch blicken Sehnsuchtsvoll zurück in die neunziger, die Ära der Baguette und daher unsere ultimative „Bag in the City“
Die Designerin Elizabeth Philips erzählt uns heute in unserem Interview ausführlich die Hintergründe zu ihrem Handtaschenlabel Elspeth NY:
~Where are you from?
E: New York, NY
~What is the name of the label?
E: Elspeth New York
~What is the idea behind the name?
E: Elspeth is a nickname of mine given to me when I was younger. It always stuck with me the older I got.
~What is the inspiration behind your collection?
E: My main source of inspiration are the materials that I find. I look all over for different and interesting colors and textures, I can feel a skin of leather and I know exactly how I want the bag to look. Also being on the streets of New York is a big inspiration, there are so many different women out there and they wear so many different styles. I try to create all different styles to fit in with the everyday city girl.
~Since when do you run your own collection?
E: This August will make it our 5th year anniversary, since 2005, I am so proud to have started off as a little independent designer and slowly grow into a creator.
~How or why did you start designing bags?
E: I have been working in New York's Fashon industry for 9 years designing for a lot of different companies. A lot of companies like to take top designer styles and try to make them their own. Working like this I was not able to use my full creative capabilities, I decided to go out and create my own line. There are a lot of women out there that are not stuck on labels names and actually love accessories for the beauty and quality of it all. I love listening to my customers and what they want and look for in a handbag. I have so many ideas that I can not seem to make enough time in the day to get them all down. I enjoy designing for the everyday women, that is who I am.
~Do you exhibit on trade fairs?
E: Yes, I have been apart of such shows as; Coterie (New York), Pool (Las Vegas), Magic (Las Vegas), & Traffic (Miami).
~What kind of materials do you use in your collection?
E: Every season I like to use different materials. Past seasons I have been known to use; Calf leather, Suede, Distressed Lambskin. My latest collection I used Pebble leather along with Glazed Ostrich and exotic Anaconda skins. Every season there is something new that I am attracted to, it changes all the time. For my next collection I am focusing on using more eco friendly materials, it is great how there are more and more vendors who are changing their processes to help the environment. I would love to fully go eco friendly on all my bags one day.
Candace Marquette ist die Designerin des Labels Candy Purse. Heute stellen wir euch das Handtaschenlabel in unserem Interview vor:
Where are you from?
Allen, TX
What is the name of the label?
Candy Purse by Candace Marquette
What is the idea behind the name?
One of a kind handmade leather bags with an artsy punk kick
What is the inspiration behind your collection?
Lots and lots of color, illustrations and imagination. My bags are very exquisite and unique.
I would like to say that they are very Joan Jett meets Gwen Stefani. Very punky, edgy with a feminine twist.
Since when do you run your own collection?
I have been in business for 6 years now, since 2004
How or why did you start designing bags?
I wanted to make something for myself that I hadn't seen in the market
Taschen kann man nie genug haben. Allerdings verliere ich langsam den Durchblick und frage mich welche Modelle ich mir auf jeden Fall als Grundlage für meine Sammlung zulegen sollte, bzw. welches Modell auf keinen Fall fehlen darf. Gibt es in der Taschenwelt Must-Have Basics?
Deine
Alexandra
Liebe Alexandra,
Wir leben ja nun in einem sehr liberalen Modezeitalter, darum plädieren wir in jedem Fall dafür, das die Tasche in erster Linie Ausdruck der Persönlichkeit sein soll egal ob quitschgrüner Shopper oder Buntgemusterte Babuschka Tote. Jedoch sollte sich die ideale Alltags- Tasche auch gut kombinieren lassen. Wir empfehlen daher als Basis jeder Sammlung einen mittelgroßen City Shopper, der sich locker unter den Arm klemmen lässt in Schwarz und in einer anderen „vernünftigen“ Farbe z. Bsp. Caramel, Oliv, Senf oder Taupe. Gerade im Sommer braucht Frau allerdings auch eine leichte Alternative zum Leder, daher sind Canvas Taschen, Uni oder mit Blumenprint eine ideale Ergänzung. zu guterletzt benötigen Sie auf jeden Fall eine Abendtasche:
Am besten eine schwarze Clutch und eine andere mit Riemen, in neutraler Farbe wie z.B nude. Bei dieser kleinen Größe sind Purpur, Rosa, Gold und Weiß aber auch willkommene Gäste im Kleiderschrank.
Marissa Gomes die Designerin und Besitzerin des Labels Marissa Del Rossario erzählt uns heute im Interview die Hintergründe zu ihrem Label:
Where are you from?
I'm from sunny California. But my family has immigrated to the U.S. from the Philippines. I believe that the merging of these two cultures helped shape and inspire my creativity. Through my love for travel and learning about different cultures, languages, and arts, I am able to channel this creativity into designing my handbags.
What is the name of the label?
Marissa Del Rosario is the brand name for my high-end leather handbag company.
What is the idea behind the name?
I find that my eponymous brand name reflects my lifetime aspiration as a designer. It just follows naturally that I use my name to embody all my efforts and enjoyment in taking the leap of faith to start my own company. Also by putting my name out there, I am taking on the responsibility not only for the quality of my products but also the conscience of the company.
What is the inspiration behind your collection?
The Zip Line collection is about using a normally functional item into a thing for embellishment. The zippers, especially the silver-gold-silver arrangement, offer a new way to bejewel handbags. I am practical person and so I like the idea of using an everyday item to create detail without being too heavy on the pocket. This translates to very affordable high-end bags!
Since when do you run your own collection?
The Zip Line collection, my second, is for the 2010. I believe the Zip Line is a more cohesive, well-thought out grouping and proof of my maturity as a designer.
How or why did you start designing bags?
Professionally, I worked as an operating room nurse. My dream to be become a designer came to fruition in 2007 when my career slowed down enough to allow me to start Marissa del Rosario handbag company.
Do you exhibit on trade fairs?
I am currently designing a few pieces for the Fall season and attend the California/L.A. mart show in July.
If yes, which one?
See above.
What kind of materials do you use in your collection?
Thus far, I have used cow leather & calf suedes. I am thinking of using fabric such as denim or canvas in combination with leather for immediate production. We will see...
