Kobe
In need of a new carpetbag? Why not step it up a notch?! Japanese designer Christian Peau offers a no-nonsense artisanal line of leather and canvas goods ideal for the modern-day Mary Poppins, Dr. Dolittle, or Johnny Appleseed. Traditionally handcrafted using a combination of premium hides and canvas cloth in the style of Japanese canvas maekake (aprons), Peau’s line is designed for everyday life, work and play…
Oh my… Another viable option on which to blow the nest egg!!! Almost immediately after taking a dive into the Kapital clothing collections of seasons yore I was weak in the knees with desire. The brand is all about the craftsmanship & detailing that consistently sets Japanese fashion apart: contrast stitching, perfect little buttons, intricate embroidery, etc… The garments themselves are adventurous and carefree — expressed through exaggerated silhouettes, lots of layering, and a color palette of solid earth tones and big, bright, worldly patterns.