Although our favorite tribute to collect in honor of our first president is greenbacks, we can’t help buying some love for Americana jewelry. During Washington’s day, a favorite embellishment or detail on apparel and accessories was a practical monogram or cypher. Colonial artisans intertwined the letters of the alphabet to …
Lands’ End Looks to Heritage in Its New Leathergoods Line
Dodgeville, WI—For decades, Lands’ End has been known for its iconic canvas tote bags. Now the classic American brand is expanding into premium leathergoods with a new Landmark Collection. “The launch of this elevated line of handbags is in step with our strategic goal to build a larger accessories business …
Hosiery Gets a New “Identity”
New York—For years consumers clamored for status handbags and accessories with some designer’s initial on them, not their own. Maybe it’s our quest to stand out from the Facebook/Twitter crowd, but now consumers are looking for something with their own initials or monogram on them. Whether they’re monogram pendants, engraved …
Initial Success: Bottega Veneta Offers New Monogram Line
Milan—Bottega Veneta has made a niche for itself in luxury leathergoods by emphasizing its leathers, silhouettes etc. rather than touting its name through monogrammed goods. But the company, whose motto is “when your own initials are enough,” launched last week a new Initials collection which takes its credo a step …