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out-of-towner nancy gonzalez

Can a great accessory bring you joy? We’re talking about poppy candy-colored clutches and handbags, luxe material and funky, flirty detail. That’s just what Nancy Gonzalez’s pieces do. The Colombian-born designer debuted her first collection at Bergdorf Goodman in 1998, where she made her mark early with bold colors, innovative ideas, and meticulous quality. There’s a fantasy element at play here. “I incorporate elements into each piece that make us smile—a color, a texture, a detail, a surprise,” Nancy says of her work. Joshua Schulman, president of Bergdorf Goodman, even recognizes her as one of the keystone brands in their accessories department. “She is a true visionary who has revolutionized the market with her mix of unconventional colors and design,” he says. Her pieces are made in her native Cali, Colombia by local artisans with expert old-school craftsmanship, and reflect her dedication to the indigenous community. Nancy Gonzalez the brand has gained popularity around the world—her collections calling over 300 luxury retailers home, and garnering an extensive list of celebrity fans. In 2007 she was honored by the Accessories Council with Brand of the Year, a highly coveted award that only solidifies her place as a key player in the accessory industry. Gonzalez is launching an exciting new shoe collection exclusively with Bergdorf Goodman that will be available at select Neiman Marcus locations throughout the country in December. So when she’s in LA, what sparks joy for her?   –Courtney Fortune

out-of-towner chloe gosselin

It’s been an exciting couple of months for luxury footwear designer Chloe Gosselin. She has just earned her spot as a finalist for the prestigious CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund prize, only two years after launching her namesake label. The French model-turned-designer may be new on the scene, but she’s far from green. Chloe has been a student of art and fashion her whole life; her collection expresses a storied understanding of shape, texture and a tradition of Italian craftsmanship. She got her start at the La Cambre Fine Arts Program in Brussels, and from there she entered the fast-paced world of fashion as an internationally acclaimed model. But after a whirlwind decade of travel, photoshoots, and runway work, she craved a way to express herself more creatively. She pursued shoemaking and production at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and Ars Sutoria in Milan, before launching the Chloe Gosselin brand in 2014. Soon she was catching the attention of celebrities like Madonna, Taylor Swift, and Kate Winslet. Her collection ranges from colorful, functional flats to exquisitely designed pumps, evoking feminine elegance and sensuality. She characterizes each style with the name of a poisonous flower—beautiful and dangerous, elevated by elements of exotic materials, bright colors and fierce design details. So when she travels to Los Angeles, where does this designer on the rise, mom, and fiancé of illusionist David Copperfield go for a drink?   –Courtney Fortune

out-of-towner massimiliano giornetti

Salvatore Ferragamo’s creative director, Massimiliano Giornetti, certainly has his finger on the heartbeat of the iconic brand. A ten-year veteran of the company, Giornetti began his career at Ferragamo as an assistant to the knitwear designer in menswear, and soon stepped into the role of creative director for the men’s division. In January 2010 he began designing the women’s ready-to-wear collection, and within a few months was appointed creative director of the entire Ferragamo brand. Now with the reopening of its Beverly Hills flagship boutique, lead by Giornetti, the Italian luxury fashion house unveils its impressive new retail concept by architect William Sofield, that showcases the brand’s Hollywood roots (Ferragamo was founded there 100 years ago!)  –Courtney Fortune

 

 

out-of-towner philipp plein by courtney fortune

It’s all neon and noir in the world of Philipp Plein. With a flair for dramatics, the designer’s head-turning creations deliver luxury with an edge and burst of pop that’s, let’s face it, just so LA. ¶ Born in Munich in 1978, Plein found a fascination for art, architecture and travel at an early age. He got his start working with leather and steel furnishings, which soon turned into experimentations with hard and soft leather garments and accessories. Abandoning his law studies for fashion, he launched his own label in 2004. Two major milestones followed with the opening of his first flagship store in Monte Carlo and first commercial showroom in Milan in 2008. Philipp Plein, the man and the brand, soon commanded the scene with his innovative aesthetic, combining young rock ‘n’ roll style with lush luxury fabrics and quality craftsmanship. ¶ Plein, who makes his home in Lugano, Switzerland, stands out as a savvy and affluent designer with a finger on the pulse of what’s happening on trend, while pushing the limits. He’s curator of wild parties and supercharged store openings that combine his love of entertainment, fun and culture. It seems his message is being heard around the world loud and clear, and now Plein is bringing it to Beverly Hills with his latest store, which opened on Rodeo Drive in October. Now that he’s set up shop in Los Angeles, he likes to spend time in Bel-Air and hit the waves in Malibu. –Courtney Fortune

out-of-towner kristy caylor

out-of-towner donna karan

out-of-towner alex gilbert gaines

out-of-towner charlotte dellal

out-of-towner georgina chapman

georgina chapman, the marchesa designer, chimes in on her favorite travel tips

out-of-towner isabel marant

out-of-towner nadja swarovski

out-of-towner tadashi shoji

out-of-towner sandra choi

out-of-towner jean claude jitrois

out-of-towner johanna johnson

out-of-towner vera wang

out-of-towner elena ghisellini

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out-of-towner nancy gonzalez

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out-of-towner chloe gosselin

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out-of-towner massimiliano giornetti

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out-of-towner philipp plein by courtney fortune

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out-of-towner kristy caylor

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out-of-towner donna karan

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out-of-towner alex gilbert gaines

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out-of-towner charlotte dellal

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out-of-towner georgina chapman

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out-of-towner isabel marant

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out-of-towner nadja swarovski

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out-of-towner tadashi shoji

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out-of-towner sandra choi

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out-of-towner jean claude jitrois

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out-of-towner johanna johnson

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out-of-towner vera wang

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