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Bottega Veneta debuts its latest pop-up concept, the invisible store, in Shanghai
The pop-up store cleverly uses mirrored panels to reflect its surrounding, transcending the concept of “physical limitation”.
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Bottega Veneta debuts its latest pop-up concept, the invisible store, in Shanghai
The pop-up store cleverly uses mirrored panels to reflect its surrounding, transcending the concept of “physical limitation”.
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A brief history of the inimitable symbol of the house of Gucci
It all started with Guccio Gucci, an Italian merchant’s son who become the founder of one of the world’s most luxurious fashion brands. Before starting his leather-goods company in 1921, Gucci worked at London’s Savoy Hotel, where he picked up on the importance – and symbolism – of equestrian sports to members of the English aristocracy, and later brought elements of horse racing and polo into his brand.
When Gucci’s son Aldo created the brand’s original loafer in 1953, he decided to use a horse bit in its design. Almost immediately the shoes and their horse-bit symbol became wardrobe staples for the international jet set, including European royalty and Hollywood celebrities.
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Few symbols in the fashion world are as recognisable as Gucci’s horse bit, the metal detail that’s adorned its classic loafers for more than 60 years.[/caption]
The Gucci loafer remained timeless and unchanged, an ultimate symbol of effortless and classic style, until 2015, when the maison’s newly appointed creative director Alessandro Michele reimagined the horse bit into various groundbreaking designs, the most notable being the Princetown loafer. Debuting in that year’s men’s autumn/winter show, the backless and fur-lined loafer became an overnight cult classic. As the must-have shoe of the year, it propelled Gucci into a new era under Michele’s new vision.
The Jordaan loafer, too, is an example of how the horse bit has evolved. Named after Amsterdam’s charming neighbourhood of canal houses, art galleries and quaint shops, the newest rendition of the horse-bit loafer has a modern, almond shape with an elongated toe, and comes in a variety of colours and materials, including exotic leathers and patterned silk jacquards.
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Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2020 (Photo by Vittorio Zunino Celotto/Getty Images for Gucci)[/caption]
Now in 2019, the horse bit has once again been reinvented, this time in the form of a limited-edition handbag. Introduced for Cruise 2020 and seen first on the runway in May 2019, the Gucci 1955 horse-bit handbag features the same lines and forms as its original 1950s design. Perfect for everyday wear, the small-flap shoulder bag features classic beige/ebony “GG” canvas with buttery brown leather trim, a gold- toned horse-bit detail on the front and two half-horse-bit details on each side.
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With an adjustable, gold-studded strap and three main compartments, the Gucci 1955 horse-bit bag also represents the first time the symbol has been seen on a handbag since Alessandro Michele took over the reins of Gucci in 2015. The Gucci 1955 horse-bit handbag is available exclusively online for a limited time. Other 1955 Horsebit styles include a bucket and a soft messenger.
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Behind the Inimitable Symbol of the House of Gucci
Few symbols in the fashion world are as recognisable as Gucci’s horse bit, the metal detail that’s adorned its classic loafers for more than 60 years.
It all started with Guccio Gucci, an Italian merchant’s son who become the founder of one of the world’s most luxurious fashion brands. Before starting his leather-goods company in 1921, Gucci worked at London’s Savoy Hotel, where he picked up on the importance – and symbolism – of equestrian sports to members of the English aristocracy, and later brought elements of horse racing and polo into his brand.
When Gucci’s son Aldo created the brand’s original loafer in 1953, he decided to use a horse bit in its design. Almost immediately the shoes and their horse-bit symbol became wardrobe staples for the international jet set, including European royalty and Hollywood celebrities.
The Gucci loafer remained timeless and unchanged, an ultimate symbol of effortless and classic style, until 2015, when the maison’s newly appointed creative director Alessandro Michele reimagined the horse bit into various groundbreaking designs, the most notable being the Princetown loafer. Debuting in that year’s men’s autumn/winter show, the backless and fur-lined loafer became an overnight cult classic. As the must-have shoe of the year, it propelled Gucci into a new era under Michele’s new vision.
The Jordaan loafer, too, is an example of how the horse bit has evolved. Named after Amsterdam’s charming neighbourhood of canal houses, art galleries and quaint shops, the newest rendition of the horse-bit loafer has a modern, almond shape with an elongated toe, and comes in a variety of colours and materials, including exotic leathers and patterned silk jacquards.
Now in 2019, the horse bit has once again been reinvented, this time in the form of a limited-edition handbag. Introduced for Cruise 2020 and seen first on the runway in May 2019, the Gucci 1955 horse-bit handbag features the same lines and forms as its original 1950s design.
Perfect for everyday wear, the small-flap shoulder bag features classic beige/ebony “GG” canvas with buttery brown leather trim, a gold- toned horse-bit detail on the front and two half-horse-bit details on each side.
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With an adjustable, gold-studded strap and three main compartments, the Gucci 1955 horse-bit bag also represents the first time the symbol has been seen on a handbag since Alessandro Michele took over the reins of Gucci in 2015.
The Gucci 1955 horse-bit handbag has already been spotted on the likes of Sienna Miller and Elle Fanning, and is available exclusively online for a limited time.
No matter its reincarnation, one thing is clear – the Gucci horse bit will continue to live on as one of the most inimitable fashion symbols of all time. After all, only Gucci could take something from a horse’s mouth and turn it into fashion.
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Loewe Adds the Bumbag to Its Popular Gate Collection
From the Puzzle bag to the Hammock bag, Spanish luxury house Loewe continues to be at the top of its game when it comes to handbags. Now, they have a new addition to the popular Gate bag family: the Gate Bumbag. The perfect blend of functionality and sophisticated design, this new bag is as versatile as it is trendy.
Loewe first introduced the Gate collection at its Spring/Summer 2018 runway show, and they quickly became an instant classic. The half-moon-shaped saddle bag with an equestrian touch has a knotted front belt with a stripped-down design featuring a side-latched metallic pin and ribbon detail. The dangling leather strip adds an element of fun and freshness.
The new Bumbag exudes the same craftsmanship and meticulous design that have come to define the brand, yet offers something different from the rest of the Gate bags. For starters, the Bumbag has a much wider body, making it a convenient option for those who carry larger phones and purses; yet it still retains its trademark saddle shape. It's also handcrafted in soft calfskin, unlike the other bags in the family.
The best part about the bag is its practical design, with comfort and utility at its core. The super light bag is also a versatile one: you can move around hands-free by wearing it as a crossbody, over the shoulder, tied as a belt around the waist using the thick adjustable strap, or even handheld like a clutch. The stylish bag comes in a range of shades including tan, black, steel blue, wine and pastel pink (HK$12,100).
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Thanks to the Gate collection’s popularity, the brand has introduced a slew of bags to the series such as the Top Handle Bag, Bucket Bag, Pochette and Mini Bag. While some are characterised by bold splashes of colour, others carry a more neutral tone and woven textures in a number of sizes and shapes.
Loewe, Shop 345, 3/F, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong; +852 2918 1120
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Montblanc Meisterstück Soft Grain Mix Tapes Capsule Collection celebrates Nostalgic Creativity
Montblanc's new Meisterstück Soft Grain Mix Tapes Capsule Collection celebrates nostalgic creativity by featuring the graphic leitmotif and artistic passions of the boomer generation.
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How to personalise luxury leather goods
Designer items may come with their own stamp of exclusivity, but what better way to make your bag truly one of a kind than to have an artist paint custom designs on it?
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