Thursday, April 03, 2008

La Moda

When it comes to la moda, Uruguay does not exactly stand out... However some local brands do produce exquisite items.
Ever lusted after Lutz & Patmos's luxurious knits? The super fine wool they use is actually shorn off Uruguayan sheep. The same kinds of materials are used at Manos de Uruguay, a brand that turns 40 this year. Don't you just love that single-button cardigan with those shorts? Their kids' stuff, including pointy striped hats and colorful cardigans (pictured), are also to die for.
I may shop there before I leave - you have to stimulate the local economy, what can I say...
But Uruguay is even more famous for its leather. Spoiling me in typical abuela style, my grandma just bought me a pair of classic pumps at Pasqualini... They are exquisitely made, comfortable and so shiny! I can't wait to wear them in Montevideo or Paris.

13 comments:

Anonymous said...

oooooh! Lovely shoes! Could I kindly get a nibble? I love new leather shoes. The pricier the better.

Mary-Laure said...

Dear Toacito, I am afraid these shoes would look better un-gnawed on, as much as I love indulging you. Now be good and I'll bring you back a churro.

Unknown said...

nice shoes!

Unknown said...

ooh, those shoes. wow. love them.

Chloé Van Paris said...

Melle veux "stimuler" l'économie de la mode- à voir prochainement sur ce blog...

marie said...

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Anonymous said...

Those shoes are beautiful!

Cakespy said...

Oh my, I love the shoes! Can I borrow them, please!? :-) You fashionable thing you.

Esti said...

qué orgullo se te nota! qué manera más bonita de promocionar uruguay y mostrar tu cariño por este país. Lo haces muy bien en cada post.

Anonymous said...

Merci beaucoup, c'est beau et en plus je révise mon anglais défaillant...

Anonymous said...

j'en ai maaaaare, je n'arrive jamais à laisser un commentaire du 1er coup, anonymous c'est moi

pve design said...

a la mode!
a girl after my own heart!

sasha said...

oh really very nice and lovely shoes
I really love it my favorite brand is Doc Martens Boots I always found it stylish and trendy