Adventure Awaits

One of the most important things a traveler can find is the perfect backpack. Like any great travel companion, your pack will be with you through all of your adventures—near, far, urban, outdoors—so you want to make sure that it has all the qualities you need most. Something that is comfortable enough to tote around … Read more

To Have & To Hold

The best bags are a little bit of everything at once: They are trendy, but also timeless, with roomy enough to carry everyday essentials—wallet, phone, lipstick, etc. Since its founding in 2010, Ponagar Handmade Leather (www.ponagar.co) set out to marry the highest quality Italian leather with detailed craftsmanship that Vietnam is renowned for. Their commitment … Read more

The Zebra Tote

In case you missed it, Punda Milia’s striking black and white totes are this year’s must-have There was a time when a purse  was the perfect size to carry our everyday items, but as technology has gotten bigger with tablets, smartphones (along with extra power packs), and our lives more complicated with what-ifs (an umbrella/raincoat if it rains, a shawl … Read more

Redesigning Tradition

Mottainai is a Japanese word that refers to that feeling of regret when something is wasted. It is this spirit that drives Clare Smith, the creator and designer behind Moniko (The Closet on 81 Xuan Thuy, D2; Facebook: TheClosetd2), to create beautiful clutches and accessories out of vintage kimonos and obis (the sash worn around … Read more