Smart Buy: 80’s Mondi Contrast Cloak

January 16, 2010

Thanks to Chloe’s sensational Fall/Winter 2009 collection we’ve been on a mad hunt for classic voluminous capes & cloaks that give the wearer a strong, well-studied look. And this week’s Smart Buy from 80’s era Mondi happens to channel that collections calm coolness with it’s crisp contrasting leather piping and elegant fabrication. It boasts cascading sides and a hood with long panels that you can wear as a wrap scarf or tie into a dainty bow.


80’s Mondi Contrast Wool Mix Cloak-$288


Smart Buy: Veronique Branquinho’s Fitted Jacket

January 8, 2010

Our latest Smart Buy, this beautifully cut fitted black wool jacket with a sports inspired drawstring hem comes from the sadly defunct quiet Parisian label Veronique Branquinho. Layered with everything from pants to shorts, it’s crisp cut and simple appeal will work for many seasons to come.


Veronique Branquinho Black Fitted Jacket w Drawstring Hem
-$248