The Fine Handbag: Leathers, Construction and Care
Full-grain or top-grain, saddle stitch or machine: what makes a handbag last for decades.
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Accessories
Bags, shoes, sunglasses and fine leather goods
Accessories finish a look and outlast trends. We look at the leathers and stitches of a fine handbag, the frames that flatter a face and the small objects that make a wardrobe feel considered.
Sunglasses: Finding the Frame for Your Face
Face shape, proportion and protection: how to choose sunglasses that flatter and look after your eyes.
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