It's Friday, Friday...Time to reflect on some of my gorgeous travel loot!
Some of my best steals from a month on the go.
1. Il Bisonte Leather Shopping Tote
Backpacks may be more sensible on the shoulders, but they crumple a well-pressed shirt. I prefer a nice, capacious shopping tote with a handle large enough to accommodate my elbow nook. The colours are also bright enough for the impending Summer - and all the better to warn drivers when I go out at night.
2. Balmain Double Belted Leather Boots
When traversing varied terrains, where buttery leather loafers crumble in snow and countryside, a well-chosen boot fairs surprisingly well. Pick one with a good arch, that's comfortable to walk in for hours. A classic shape with few bells and whistles will also transition better between day and night, town and country, and from look to look. And when in doubt, dress up - if I had to pick one, I'd go with black, which does well in a pinch for daywear, but brown always looks declasse at night.
3. Balmain Cotton Canvas Double Breasted Jacket
A sharp, well cut navy jacket in a sensible material - any cotton variation, but never synthetic - dresses up any tired old outfit. Put this over a T-shirt and a pair of slacks and you'll be the most stylish person at the supermarket. Swap out the buttons for an elegant dinner look.