{in search of} the perfect backpack

i do own the perfect (well almost perfect) nylon backpack from baggallini..BUT! ugh it is now only held together with 2 rubberbands..no not kidding..AND they do NOT make it anymore!!

i am in a panic now..because once you use a lightweight nylon backpack handback..suiitable for a lady..you will never use a regular handbag again! there is this new one (below) from le sport sac..nice and very functional..but the color..meh!

it is just that i feel too encumbered by holding on to the handles of a handbag..and if all the weight is on one shoulder..i get ache-y on that side.

so a feather light back pack it is..but oh! not too many to choose from..just longchamp (not really functional for everyday..with just one pouch), tory burch(won't the taupe get filthy instantly?), prada (super pricey!), and kate spade(cute but only comes in black).

what to do?

oh dear.

Tory Burch + Ikats

back in 2009 tory came up with a resort collection that blew my socks off. i loved these fabrics and their modern boho vibe.
i loved the color and the energy, and i knew that at some point this would inspire my own version of the classic ikat prints.
this season, i think, after many attempts we have done it..i will show you tomorrow the results of all our efforts.

logos

i spent time this week looking at the David Hicks: Designer book, , and learned (once again i am the last to get this!) that his iconic print is 4 "H"'s coming together to form an ingenious geometric. as a big fan of geometrics, and a giant naysayer of the ubiquitous logomania that envelopes the world of fashion and design..i am a latecomer to the idea of putting a big fat "J" all over my work..but i am seriously considering making the move. hmm. i do hate myself for loving those darn goyard bags.
color me quizzical, but i am starting to think this is the next big thing for us over at JR designworld headquarters. stay tuned for updates.
i mean..what's not to like about this antique steamer trunk?
over the top..but hey, i'll take two!

love the coat tory burch!

what can i say? loved it..and you cannot see the gold buttons, but they added just the right amount of glitz to the ensemble..the bag was terrific too. seen at flour bakery in fort point.