Street Style

Most people associate straw and wicker with summer. But who needs rigid rules these days? So many looks have transcended their former boundaries – e.g. sequins are now part of regular office attire. Sneakers are worn with delicate jacquard dresses. So why not wear a straw coffa bag in winter? They’re cute, chic and express […]

As we’re moving into chillier but golden-sunny autumn weather, I wondered whether I’d still get away with carrying the richly embellished summer accessory. The answer is yes! As long as the weather is sunny and dry, the Sicilian basket looks stunning set against the oranges, yellows and deep reds of autumn. Personally, I like to […]

This year’s September London Fashion week coincided with the launch of sicilybag.com. The perfect opportunity to show off the unique Sicilian creations to the London Fashion crowd. This year, LFW organisers shook things up by moving the event to a hip & trendy new venue. A parking lot in Soho’s Brewer Street is one of […]

So what’s the most beautiful souvenir I brought home from Sicily? Without a doubt, its the richly decorated straw “coffa” bag. This quintessentially Sicilian straw basket is handmade by local artisans, replete with rich, decorative elements of Sicilian folklore such as pom poms, mirrors, bells, and metallic lions heads similar to those that adorn many […]