When in doubt, black is always a solid choice when deciding on a luggage color—it does well with scuffs and stains and will always match your travel outfit. Seeing the value in a subdued ensemble, Seattle’s Filson today introduces The Black Collection, offering a selection of the brand’s iconic water-resistant Rugged Twill bags in an all-black colorway. Though the Field Bags, Rucksack and Sportsman’s Bag …
Melbourne, Australia-based Georgie Cummings makes leather goods—from tote bags to tiny coin purses—that are entirely handcrafted from kangaroo hide. While all the products are made from carefully selected, sustainably sourced kangaroo leather, there are plenty of other materials involved: canvas, linen and cotton, ceramic and wood. Each addition lends a little extra to the beautiful, yet understated designs. Throw-away habits have also taught us to …
On the seventh floor of the historical Nicholas Building in Melbourne you’ll find the Two Hills studio, where Rhiannon Smith creates delicate jewelry entirely by hand. Inspired by everything from native Australian flora to ancient symbols and cave-diving on the Yucatan Peninsula, Two Hills jewelry is delicate without being overly feminine; sweet without becoming saccharine. Smith took some time out of her very busy one-woman …
