introducing michele lau

hello all! hope your weekend was filled with lots of leisurely diversions and lazy moments. it's overcast and gray in my part of the world which is perfect weather for clicking through my backlog of emails in what seems to be a neverending attempt to tidy up my digital life. while scouting for something to share today, serendipity came a-calling and i happened across a recent dailycandy feature of local girl turned brooklyn-based designer michele lau who introduced a capsule collection of handbags last fall.

the appropriately named line, laulau, is designed to prettily corral the hodge podge of necessities carried by ladies-on-the-go. bags are constructed with pockets to keep your belongings tidy while also offering two sets of handles for added carrying versatility. the tie-up tote in particular hints of michele's island roots with a shape reminiscent of a pu'olo (a ti leaf bundle made to keep lei fresh and transport goods) but crafted of denim, linen and canvas.

tie-up tote

the price tag ranges from $48 to $ 145 depending on the design, and all bags are made to order with a two week turnaround time. you can preview and purchase the collection on the official website or click over to etsy to add laulaunyc to your favorites.

p.s. michele also keeps a blog filled with musings and inspiration from the big city.