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…
Le Pliage tote
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!
