Katie Holmes' bag of the moment

American actress Katie Holmes's current fav bag if the moment is the Furla "Alice" satchel.  Spotted at the PH-D Lounge at the Dream Hotel, NYC, the stylesetter was carrying the chic mist gray Alice which is part of the brands Autumn/Winter 2014 collection. The prized calfskin is transformed with clean lines, padded detailing and metal hardware made by the hands of true Italian craftsmanship. Sleek, contemporary and elegant, the structured must-have will be one of the hottest hand carry very one should have this season.

In the Philippines, Furla is exclusively distributed byStores Specialists, Inc. (SSI) – a member of The SSI Group – and is located at Greenbelt 5, Rustan’s Makati, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Newport Mall, and Central Square.

The art of Sissi

Art in a bag?  International brand Furla presents their Spring Summer 2012 Advertising Campaign showcasing the brilliant artistry of Furla grand prize winner of " Premio Furla per I'Arte"--Sissi.  The artist from Bologna is know for her works with sculptures, installations and performances with sculptural prostheses constructed by interweaving different materials such as plastics, iron, bamboo and ropes.
In 2002, she won the Furla per l’Arte award. In 2010, she was chosen by the brand to provide a testimonial for the spring-summer 2010 press campaign, adding her own personal contribution to the creative concept. With so many feathers on her cap, added citations and awards includethe Gotham Prize from the Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Italian Institute of Culture of New York (2012 New York), the Rome Prize at the American Academy (2006-7 Rome), and the New York Prize from the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Italian Academy, Columbia University (2005-2006 New York).
Sissi's great masterpieces of in both solo and collective exhibitions all over the world include “Abitanti”, FaMa Gallery (Verona, 2011), “Patterns of the Mind”, Turku Biennal (Turku, Finland, 2011), “Il trucco e le maschere”, FaMa Gallery (Verona 2011), “Via Farini at No Soul For Sale”, Tate Modern (London, 2011),““Addosso”, Fondazione Arnaldo Pomodoro (Milan, 2010), “Artifici contemporanei e difformità barocche”, Arcos Museo d’arte Contemporanea Sannio (Benevento, 2009),“Collaudi”, Italian Pavillion, 53rd Venice Biennale “Fare Mondi” (Venice, 2009),“Al di la dello sguardo alla corda lega”, Mizuma gallery (Tokyo, 2008), 15th Rome Quadriennale (Rome 2008),“Voliare”, Fattoria di Celle, Collezione Privata Gori (Pistoia, 2007), “Global Feminism” at the Brooklyn Museum (New York, 2007),Travancore Palace, New Delhi (from 2007 to 2008),“Nature”, Chelsea Art Museum (New York, 2006), “Nidi”, Macro (Rome, 2004) “The walk”, W139 (Amsterdam 2003), ”Phantom of Desire”, Neue Galerie am Landesmuseum Joanneum (Graz, 2003),“Aerea”, Moca (Miami 2001), Italian Genius Now” itinerant exhibition; Museo Pecci, Prato; Museum of Fine Arts, Hanoi; White House, Emily Hill House Singapore; Korea Design Center, Seoul; Xuexue Institute, Taipei;   “Watou Poeziezomer”, and Watou Smak (Ghent 2001).
The creative union of both Furla and Sissi is the redefining an image and concept paving way for a refreshing visual narrative of art and fashion.

Point of Retro

Essential, modern, elegant. For Autumn Winter 2011-2012, the Furla woman chooses the retro style and feminine rigor of lines inspired by the 1950s, but with an ultra-contemporary twist. The past and present meet in a collection that blends classic and modern, geometry and color, soft materials and clean lines. The new traditional handbags have double handles and are embellished with zips and studs. The color statement is light and bright seen in precious and luxurious materials/textures such as pony skin, Mongolian sheepskin, ostrich leather and deerskin. A variety of off-whites – similar to milk and ice – and pastel nuances, to an explosion of very warm tones such as orange, red and brilliant burgundy. Defining the style are original finishes and unique stylistic solutions such as patchworks, blocks of pure color, contrasting details and handles,echoing the clean design and femininity of the collection.

Exotic Skins

Bags are one of the most wanted accessories for men in the 21st century.  No longer style-identified with women, these fashion necessities are fitting in both function and form in today's lifestyle.  Men of all ages are stylized with bags at work, play or simply highlighting his day to day ensemble.  Yes, it has become an essential in fashioning the modern man and has stepped forward beyond the ordinary.  This season, Furla has come up with interesting and uber stylish bags for men.  Inspired by the film "  A Single Man", the latest  Autumn Winter  2011-2012 collection for men is all about minimal elegance with attention to detail.  Vintage-like pieces in timeless forms are made modern with luxe materials in exotic skins seen in ostrich and croc-print leather.  The brand makes a bold move by adding color to the classics such as calfskin, pony, suede and nappa. From casual to sporty or everyday wear, Furla Men's Autumn Winter 2011-2012 is taking the tradition with a fusion of eclecticism and versatility into a whole new level of style in understanding men of today and their fashion.  

Moda Italia 2

Not so long ago this author featured the "Moda Italia" fashion show behind the scenes.  The entire tribute to Italy presented by Rustan's culminated with a showcase of some pieces from the Spring-Summer 2011 collections. Renowned Italian brand that participated in the show included Salvatorre Ferragamo, Prada, Furla, Armani Exchange, Marlboro Classics, Diesel, Tods, Ermenegildo Zegna, Coccinelle, Pucci and Bulgari which was held last June 22 in Greenbelt 4, Ayala Center.  Feast your eyes on the season's breathtaking celebration. Viva Italia!

Salvatorre Ferragamo.

Marlboro Classic.

Furla.

Coccinelle.

Tod's.

Armani Exchange.

Pucci.

Diesel.

Fendi.

Ermenegildo Zegna.

 Prada.

Bulgari.