THE HARD STUFF

 

Bags for Cruise/Resort 19 update with all kinds of fresh hardware applications. There are heavy chains in brass or matte black, carabiner hooks, metal zips and pyramid studs. A round link is looped through a heavy silver grommet for the season’s all-important belt bag. Convertible handles are key for all silhouettes, from neat shoulder-bags to sleek backpacks. Jacquarded logo tapes work as zipper pulls, adding an industrial feel. For a more luxurious take, there are ornate brass medallions or a heavy brass bar closure.

DSquared Resort 19
Givenchy Resort 19
Givenchy Resort 19
Valentino Resort 19
Valentino Resort 19
Roberto Cavalli Resort 19

Dad Socks Get Cool

 

Although dad jokes and dad jeans are decidedly uncool, dad socks are having a moment. Socks that hit at mid-calf began to emerge on Fall 2017 runways and are making a strong showing for Cruise 2018. Intarsia patterns look particularly appealing,  but novelty also comes from sparkly accents, brushed yarns, colored marls, fair-isle knits and sporty stripes. Neutrals and brights both work, especially when color is matched to shoes.