Isetan Kuala Lumpur Launches “Bags of The Season Fall/Winter 2008″

Isetan Kuala Lumpur, one of the most renowned giant fashion and apparel retailing outlet in the world, has introduced its latest themed “Bags of The Season Fall/Winter 2008″ at Isetan The Gardens, Kuala Lumpur recently.

Dubbed as “Must-Haves” and “IT” bags from renowned International Designers namely, Anya Hindmarch, Burberry, Celine, Loewe, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and Salvatore Ferragamo, this season is focus on attitude where, punchy colors and texture inculcated with strong personal style, punctuated with modernity and ingenious creativity are the highlights of the day.

Six international designers that have showcased their most outstanding design of the season are Anya Hindmarch featuring the easy glamour of seventies using rich color palette of caramel, bitter chocolate, midnight blue, forest green and stone in tactile fabrics of quilted and woven leather, suede cord, patent, python and shagreen highlighted with pale gold hardware and mirror accents. The Perry is the key factor for this season, combining patchwork colors of creams, tan and sharp chocolate for the ultimate appeal. The Minnelli mini holdall and Slade shoulder bag complete the geometric patchwork.The daytime clutch such as Bosley which features structured calf and gold rectangular handle, evening with a touch of 70’s inspired from Slim Aarons photographs, the oversized Piano, structured Burton, striped Lovett and box style Marano are the timeless design.

Burberry collection is inspired by the mood, spirit and color palette evoked in paintings by eminent British artist, L S Lowry. The Lowry bag which is available in three sizes, is the latest addition to its accessories’ collection. The functional bag is fitted with internal pockets for mobile phones, MP3 players and PDAs. The color palette of Burberry collection echoes the muted yet opulent hues of Fall/Winter 2008 ready to wear pieces including trench, dark ochre, racing green and Bordeux. Texture is the key feature of accessories collection and extended to non-apparel.

With a combination of chic army style with a cool ‘retro’ design that comes with eternally fashionable flap bag, in several shapes and sizes: casual , Celine has unveiled the new “Watch Me” bags that also emphasize on classic coated Canvas with the new Tourbillon range (meaning Whirlwind in French, name after the famous stallion). Remastered, the Sulky is multiplied, bending over backwards to create a spinning whirlwind.

This fall, Loewe bags encompasses very polished, almost synthetic, finishes on leather, noble exotics in high shine and polka dot nappa combine with padded suede and more rugged calf skin. Loewe’s Creative Director, Stuart Vevers themed “Hardware” is inspired by everyday functionality and industrial elements, padlocks, sports, clips and door locks are all included in refined gold or gunmetal. The Loewe bags goes from mini to super sized in color Perspex with a twist of anarchic. Charm closures come as screwdrivers, faceted hearts and champagne corks. The material and color combinations are unexpected and impulsive.

Meanwhile, Marc By Marc Jacobs’ bag design is inspired by 1970’s New York punk scene, where the graphic and graffiti enhanced depth and brings out a strong and impactful color story. The latest bags focus on “technique” with distressed leathers textured lamb and padded leather for added dimension and interest. As for the graphic elements are dwelt by nautical blues and reds, eventually ending in a pre-spring palate cleanser of softer colors, supple patents and painterly inspired prints. A new “Tote-ally” concept is implemented for this fall. A package of mixed material and non-leather that are also offered to Marc customers.

Salvatore Ferragamo’s bag signature concept; simplicity of form, richness of materials, absolute mastery construction techniques and inspiration showcases perfect creations fashioned from a single hide of leather, with no break between the handles and the body of bag, featuring nappa, patent leather and various, sophisticated tie-dyed pony skin, crocodile, ostrich, python and water snake with a touch of luxury from optical effects. The uniqueness of Ferragamo is it manage to turn any material into an idea such as wood, a part of a tree, the bark becomes an extraordinary shopping-bag. An eco-friendly method which comes in a very old and difficult tanning technique, has been conceptualized this trendy fall. Clutch bags with a retractable “gancio” fastening to sport on hand or twist. Small leather goods in a “Vara” edition. Sartorial effect pleats, very soft volumes, 3-D textures. Present at the event was, Mr. Toshitaka Akabane of Isetan KL.

For more information about Isetans Fall/Winter 2008 fashionable bags please contact Desiree Cheah at 603 2382 7777 ext 2132 or email to ap2@isetankl.com.my

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