Paula Cademartori, a great bag designer

There is a new talent in the world of accessories: Paula Cademartori. In Rome you can find her bags and clutches in two boutiques: Gente and Bagheera. Born and raised in Brasil, She moved to Italy (the country of her father’s family) where  She studied at the prestigious Istituto Marangoni. Afterwards She took a Master at the SDA Bocconi where She learned the management  side of fashion industry. She then worked in the style office of Versace  and, in 2010, started her own collection. Each bag is conceived as a design object. She uses a colourful palette, metal buckles, sophisticated geometries and combined textures.  I love her work.

Andy Warhol in Rome

Art and shopping. One name above all: Andy Warhol. Up to the 28th of September in Via del Corso 320 (Fondazione Roma Museo, Palazzo Cipolla) an important exhibition with more than 150 works from the Pop Art Master. The pieces are all coming from the collection of Peter Brant, a great friend of Warhol. Starting from the '50's when he was working in advertisement as an illustrator and contributor of Harper's Bazaar and the New Yorker, going through the '60's with the Brillo soap pads, his flowers (1964), the Campbell's soup (1962. ). Also some of his self-portraits. The exhibition is curated also by Francesco Bonami 

Canali in Rome opens a flagshipstore

Rome is having a new spot for Men's fashion. Canali. This famous italian brand opened a new boutique in via del Babuino 59. The store is spread on two floors. Downstairs, jackets and trousers. Also an interesting range of accessories such as ties and bags for the office in different sizes. Upstairs an interesting collection of wedding suits for men and a custom made department.  Canali was found in 1934, has 236 stores around the world. A great address to keep in mind.