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Playing with details and the use of materials, with a creative yet simple form of beauty, the Il Bisonte bags combine aesthetic pleasure with functional simplicity. They are the result of a constant search for a special form of originality and of a long creative process which is carried out by expert hands, the expression of the best Tuscan handicraft skills. Wanny Di Filippo, founder and designer of Il Bisonte, “despite turning to the past and to its atmospheres, has also looked to modernity. It is in this openness to what is new, in the fusion between past and modernity, that the Il Bisonte creations find their placement beyond time.” Given all these details, it’s needless to say that I have fallen for this brand.
• I recently browsed through Spring in Sicily
• Hollywood Costume at ACMI: it’s not only about pretty frocks, it’s about demonstrating the critical role costume plays in shaping character
• See fashion through the ages in images from Vogue’s archives
• Ava Gardner, a heroine for Hemingway
• A great look for the summer, featuring the talked-about denim shirt
photos and video: Il Bisonte
Ada, you found your denim shirt at Massimo Dutti! I really enjoyed reading the article about Papa Bear and Ava Gardner, I finished a couple of weeks ago the book The Sun Also Rises and I was so intrigued by the behaviour of Lady Ashley and her relationships, now I have to watch the movie, too :). I love reading the book and then enjoying the movie. That beige shopper is my choice! :*
I think it’s very easy to fall for that brand. That first bag is my idea of a timeless piece and I like the third one as well. I just took a look inside that Sicily book on Amazon and it looks like a good one (if I don’t stop adding books to my wish list, A may issue a book ban in this house, haha).
I believe that is the denim shirt I saw in MD, glad you found it ; – )
Lisa, I had a hunch this was the shirt you told me about.
I can easily see why you’ve fallen for this brand of bags Ada. The classic styling and details are beautiful!
Rowena @ rolala loves
i am absolutely in love with these bags. i’d have a hard time choosing between the first and the third one. i just love that color, perfect for all seasons.
I am seriously considering a trip over to Melbourne latest this year to check out both the Hollywood Costume exhibition and the upcoming Monet exhibition.
How did you know I’m searching for a new bag Ada? I love the first one (and third) – as classic, and timeless totes. I loved reading about Ava’s relationship with Ernest Hemingway – thanks for sharing. And you know, I’ve already made a schedule of the Hollywood costume exhibit at ACMI over the next few months… because they’re also showing classic old Hollywood movies as well – I can’t wait! :)xx
I was in love with il Bisonte when I was in high school (as I mentioned to you) and am so glad to see it’s still around! I just clicked over and love that post on Ava Gardener, I was never a huge fan, but lately have been looking at lots of photos of her for some reason. Love you links!
xo Mary Jo
Beautiful bags, Ada! They just look so huggable!
I’d be more than happy to adopt the first tote – such a sweetheart!
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Il Bisonte combines a classic aesthetic with amazing quality of leather and the first bag is so beautiful for the spring/summer season! Sicily is one of my favourite regions and I’ll go to Palermo next week for a mini-break…I cannot wait!
I’m sure that one of those bags (anyone!!) is just the thing that could make me feel better; elegant and so-chic! I love everything showed here!
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