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STYLE SPOTLIGHT: Diamantina Handbags

Stopped by the Diamantina trunk show at Carbon DC a few days ago and fell in love with Diamantina. The first thing that you notice about their amazing clutches is the size. There have been so many times that I have attended cocktail parties or black tie events and wished that I had a larger but very stylish clutch to carry. A girl like me has to carry a bunch of stuff to these events. I have to be ready to capture some fab moments when it happens.

The second thing that you will notice is the fabulous textures of their handbag line. There was glass leather, buffalo embossed leather, leopard print cowhide, python and jacare embossed leather. OMG! Not to mention the fab fall colors of these amazing bags. The other plus for me was that they carry a vast array of oversized handbags. You know I need my big A bags. I have a lot of crap. What's a girl to do?!? I have to say that I had two clear favorites, Jackie (in leopard print cowhide) and Helenita (in jacare embossed leather). I quickly became obsessed with these two bags. The Diamantina line ranges in price from $170 to $400. Totally worth every penny.


Claudia Diamante, one of the owners, models with my two favorite bags: Helenita (1) and Jackie (2)




Did I mention that the majority of the bags have this fab bright pink lining? Loved that! I also loved the fact that most of the bags are convertible. For the larger bags, there are handles and straps, as well as, fab chain straps for the clutches. Also, love that!
Diamantina is available locally at Carbon DC, Zelaya and Ginger Boutiques. Get to shopping.




(Lovely bright pink lining)



(Rose)


(Eugenia, shown in suede, jacare embossed leather)


(Antonia)


(Matisse in Buffalo/Python)


(Grace)



(Isabella)


(Margoo in Metallic)


(Margoo in Leopard Print)

DC STYLE EVENT: Diamantina Clutch Debut



Wednesday, July 13th from 5 pm to 8 pm at Carbon, 2643 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC.

DC SHOPPING EVENT: Sylvia Gottwald Jewelry at Carbon DC


Sylvia Gottwald Jewelry



One-Night Only Special Exhibit and Presentation
Shop the stunning collection of wearable art (farm-raised mother-of-pearl and pearls) and hear about Ms. Gottwald's efforts to protect our oceans. Percentage of sales will support The Ocean Foundation and SeaWeb.


DATE: WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29
TIME: 6 – 8 P.M.
RSVP: Katherine@carbondc.com
http://www.carbondc.com

DC FASHION EVENT: Mother Earth, Earth Day & Carbon Boutique




Mother Earth Inspirations: Earth Day Eco-Fashion Show with Sexy, Sustainable Fashion

How do we honor Earth Day? Some people resolve to start recycling more, greenies update their Facebook status with sustainable tips, article links and witty green-inspired comments, businesses show their corporate social responsibility in the form of events and outreach to their staff, and our nation’s capital holds a large Earth Day celebration on the National Mall...

Rather than limit our recognition to one day, we can reduce our carbon footprint throughout the year by incorporating sustainable habits into our daily routine, such as shopping more sustainably - beginning with our wardrobe. “Green fashion” doesn't necessarily mean bamboo tees and hemp shorts. Go green with a growing list of emerging designers who use alternative fabrics and/or toxic-free production methods to produce stylish, innovative, and functional apparel, shoes, and accessories. Carbon boutique can help you get started.

Join Carbon boutique, 2643 Connecticut Ave NW in Woodley Park on Friday, April 22, 2011 from 6:00pm-9:00pm, for an eco-fashion experience. Meet Auralis Herrero, of Auralis Studios, a New York-based eco-fashion artist featured in New York Fashion Week September 2010.

Auralis’ brand is committed to sustainable practices that are considerate to the planet. They pride themselves in making beautifully designed, timeless pieces that are also practical and fashion forward. They use organic, sustainable, natural or recycled fabrics only. Also featured will be Filili, accessories whose earrings and necklaces are hand crafted using wire and recycled fabrics - making each piece one-of-a-kind.

Get an exclusive look at their 2011 spring collections for the first time in Washington, DC while enjoying organic wine provided by Calypso Organics, browsing Carbon’s sustainable inventory, learning about My Signature Look’s eco-fashion consulting services and possibly treating yourself to that favorite new spring dress!

See Auralis’ Spring collection.

Tickets are available at Earth Day Eco Show. A proceed of ticket sales will benefit DC Treads, a volunteer-founded and volunteer-driven initiative designed to keep the art and science of sewing & stitch crafts alive and well in the Washington metropolitan area.