Trend spotting in D.C.
I just returned from 5 days in Washington D.C. I love being in another city and observing how people dress or accessorize differently (or the same sometimes) from the bay area. Other than being floored by how many young 20-somethings smoked cigarettes, I was also struck by one other popular trend. Many of the women in D.C., young and old alike, were carrying the “Le Pliage” tote bag by French luxury purveyor Longchamp. I was surprised by this revelation, as I don’t see them nearly as often here in San Francisco. You’ve seen this bag, even if you think you haven’t. They’ve been around a long time and come in many colors and a few different sizes. You can even customize them on the website…
You can fold it up when travelling or when storing it, and it snaps closed securely. Why this is a trend in our nation’s capitol is a mystery to me! Any ideas…???
Since I am originally from the east coast and have been to D.C. many times, I have seen the vast majority of monuments, museums, and attractions. I thought this time I would go to a few less visited places. I ended up at the Museum of Textiles…yes, you read that right. I am one of those fashion nerds that seek out museums that celebrate period dress, textiles, costume, etc. This was a lovely museum off Dupont Circle amidst the beautiful embassy residences. I also really enjoy museum stores. The assortments are really well thought out and unique, and the merchandising is imaginative, given their small spaces. The Textile Museum store was postage- stamp small with a wonderful array of interesting merchandise. I found these pins by a designer in Toronto, named Cynthia Villegas and she has a wonderful website www.ladymosquito.ca . She is Peruvian and her creations made from heavy felt are so cool! She also has the most awesome necklaces and other accessories, check them out!