Go Girl

I met Flora Cusi during Milan Fashion Week in September 19. The young bag designer debuted her new bag collection and brand, Yosono, to press and buyers. Engaging with new designers is always exciting because of the enthusiasm. Lastly, the chance to watch the person grow is rewarding.  I hope she makes it.   I… Continue reading Go Girl

A New Concept

As the shopping experience changes, so must retail reinvent itself to stay relevant. On a recent visit to Paris I decided to pay a visit to the new Galeries Lafayette on Champs Elysee. The great boulevard’s stores have changed. In the 90’s this former Virgin Records Super Store offered every genre of music. I discovered… Continue reading A New Concept

Getting the Perfect Watch

BERLIN, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 16: A Glashuette Original Sixties Square Iconic 'Ocean' watch is pictured during the 67th Berlinale International Film Festival on February 16, 2017 in Berlin, Germany. (Photo by Andreas Rentz/Getty Images for Glashuette Original)

How to pick the perfect watch?  Style? Make? With a so many makes and brands it is understandable to feel a bit overwhelmed. Jess Miller provides Black and Paper reader’s tips on buying the perfect watch this gift giving season. Choosing The Ideal Watch Type There’s no fixed favorite among the different types of watch.… Continue reading Getting the Perfect Watch

959 A Black and Paper Recommendation.

I have been a fan of Italian brand 959 from the first time I saw their collection in Berlin at a fashion trade show.   Designer Pablo Ferrari upcycles car seat belts into unique stylish bags.   I have two, whenever I use one there are many compliments and questions because of the eye catching design.  As… Continue reading 959 A Black and Paper Recommendation.