I'm a handbag junkie and generally have to avoid spending much time in bag stores because they tend to deplete my funds pretty quickly. This new shop in Parco's basement level, though, had eye-catching displays that were impossible to resist.
The Rootote tote bag line started in Japan in 2001, collaborating with internationally known artists and licensors such as Andy Warhol, Pantone, True Religion and Tintin to create bold graphics for their hip-yet-functional products. Rootote's trademark feature is their zippered "roo pocket" built into the side seam. Take a look at their site for everything they have to offer.
The Parco gallery featured graphically stunning LIFE and Warhol totes (I wanted about twenty of them), but just as intriguing were the very cool display racks. The bags were hung on loops from black metal arms that individually swiveled away from the walls. The smart and space-efficient design made it easy to see both sides of each bag while keeping everything neatly displayed. The clerk was very nice about explaining all the features to us and letting me take photos.
I bought a gold Warhol tote with a shoe design for a friend, and meant to go back to get something for myself (I had my eye on a black and white typewriter tote, third photo from the top) but never did. Just as well...I have more bags than I can use in a lifetime.
1 comments:
This place rocks. Thanks for the reminder, I need to go back. Cool blog, luv the pics!
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