by Cinda Baxter on January 27, 2009
in Want It
Yes, they make a statement.
Clever Carriage Company (Pier 92, 30021) is a company built on creative handbags, accessories, and decorative items using Springbok hides-—the most abundant roaming antelope in Africa, similar to deer in the U.S. The designs are great, and the products beautiful.
On occasion, they offer Cleverboks, their answer to Uggs. Much more chic. Much more fashionable. Much more comfortable.
These are only available in limited supply; women’s half sizes. Retail $495.00.
It might sound nuts, but Tod Young has figured out how to turn color into fragrance. Seriously. This works, folks.
With a background in interior design, he’s created the Palettes Collection, a series of six “aromatic tones” that tie to color groupings found in beautiful home environments. They’re not simple one-noters; these are complex, rich combinations that ring true to their namesakes.
I told you this would sound nuts. You’re going to have to trust me. This works. In fact, it works so well, there’s a patent pending on the concept.
Nuts and bolts:
Soy based candles, 80-hour burn time…room sprays that tie in, with elegance. Great packaging, great story. The company V.P. is from the advertising and marketing world, so Palettes will be a solid partner for stores into product promotion. Word of warning, though-—the buy-in is significant, so this isn’t for the faint of heart.
I want one of the Gray suites (candle and room spray) the way I “want” dark chocolate on a regular basis, so someone please pick up the line and call me. Soon.
RetailSpeaks members, keep your eyes out for an in-depth interview with Todd this autumn as part of our new Profiles series.
If there’s an award for the single prettiest line at the show, it goes to Ferrare With Company. True, my inner bling attracted me to the line, but of all the sparkling, twinkling, delicious girly-girl options out there, this one is the best of the bunch. Frames, mirrors, and other accessories are encrusted with Swarovski crystals and semi-precious stones, becoming elegant pieces loving made by hand.
The candles shown above are a good entry point for upscale stores looking to test the waters. Same for the Layla frames. From there, you can grow into the more luscious pieces like the amethyst encrusted 8 x 10 frame I’d give my eye teeth to own.
For info, visit their site by clicking here or call them at 323.933.9025. If Christina herself answers the phone, you’re in for a treat. She’s a gracious as she is gorgeous.
