Kate Spade with a country twist
In celebration of Kate Spade’s 25th anniversary, this season is inspired by America’s beautiful prairies. The collection exudes a pioneering spirit through sophisticated, utilitarian fabrics, details and motifs and a sparkling twang unique to Nashville, Tennessee.
Menswear-inspired shapes mix harmoniously with unapologetically feminine silhouettes in a palette of deep blues, faded pinks and russet browns. Indigo denim is featured prominently throughout the collection, from a boxy jacket with studs and a swingy skirt, to trim on a tweed suit. On the print front, calico florals, patchwork and plaid capture the prairie spirit, especially when cast across dresses and blouses with lace, yokes and ruffles. A horse motif on a sweater and dress is a wildly likeable tie-back to the heart of the season.
This season, the original Sam bangle-handle style comes in luxurious suede with fringe detail and croc-embossed leather, shearling, as well as black and deep red velvet.
In addition, a smooth leather boho bucket bag, called Vanessa, comes in a variety of hues. The Marci chain strap shoulder bag is quilted in graphic zig-zags and also comes in snake-print leather with striking earthy-red tones.
In personalization, new flaps in plaid, shearling and with floral flocking offer even more ways to build the dream handbag wardrobe — and pack several bags when travelling.
Earrings are one of the biggest expressions in the collection. Sparkling dusters with rose bud detail live alongside pear-shaped pearl danglers and mismatched pairs. A dazzling duo features horses cascading with rhinestones, and hoops are reimagined in delicate sparkling stars and hearts. Cameo-inspired pieces round out the collection and give it a distinctly prairie feel.
Technically speaking, the collection takes on a new look with phone cases adorned in sly foxes and bandana prints, calico florals and scenes of the open road. Upgrades like sticker pockets and a kickstand are also available.
In the Philippines, Kate Spade New York is exclusively distributed by Stores Specialists, Inc., and is located at Central Square in Bonifacio High Street Central, Greenbelt 5, Power Plant Mall, Rustan’s Makati, Rustan’s Shangri-La, and Rustan’s Cebu. Visit facebook.com/katespadenewyork.philippines and www.ssilife.com.ph or follow @ssilifeph on Instagram for more information.