Humawaca
When two Argentinean architects created a range of designer leather accessories the results were instantly recognisable. Structure, design and superior craftsmanship all work together to create Humawaca – a truly modern concept in leather design.
Humawaca explores different design capabilities, often transcending fashion and entering a new territory when it comes to form and structure. Design inspirations take their cue from organic lines as well as from iconic designer furniture pieces.
Carefully constructed bags follow the movements of the body such as the BKF Backpack which becomes more an integral part of the body than simply an accessory. The perfect slingbag, the Aurora, drapes elegantly across the body moving effortlessly with each step.
When functionality calls, the Capone Laptop Case mixes practicality with simple, stylish design.
Humawaca products use only the highest quality leather and suede materials and feature unique distinctions such as tooled leather detailing, practical hardware elements and a striking palette of seasonal colours, often in contrasting hues.
Humawaca has impressed style-leaders all over the world, hailed by Wallpaper* for its design originality. Now available in Australia, the Humawaca collection covers a broad range of products from fashion-forward shoulder bags, casual slingbags, lap top bags, wistful evening bags and now famous backpack design.
Palas
Palas is an Australian jewellery design, manufacture and wholesale company. Palas began with a small range of 30 earring styles when it launched to retailers back in 1996 and now has over 1000 jewellery designs in its portfolio. The Palas jewellery design collection has been developed by Eran Svigos and Anna Dimond – both with qualifications and experience in design and business.
The Palas jewellery collection is now designed in Australia by Anna, who stays true to Eran's and her original vision and commitment to consistently unique designs whilst creating new experiences in every range. The Palas collection features sterling silver (925), quality gemstones, glass, shell, pearl, antique brass, leather, mother of pearl, ribbon and chain. Fashion focused, not fashion driven, the Palas concept achieves a simple and modern aesthetic teamed with cool functionality that is evident in every beautiful piece. It was always our desire that Palas jewellery would be part of women's’ personal jewellery collections across the world, transcending time and being worn endlessly to be left for another generation to enjoy. These are timeless designs that are beautiful in their simplicity – quality workmanship at extremely affordable prices.
Paz Sintes Bisuteria Blanda
Paz Sintes is the name behind Bisuteria Blanda. A former fashion designer with ten years' experience at groups such as Mango and Twenty in Barcelona, Paz moved to New York where she created the textile jewellery label, Bisuteria Blanda.
Paz's collections reflect her appreciation of woven textiles, incorporating exquisite haute couture European fabrics, including delicate and rare laces.
Bisuteria Blanda pieces are produced in small editions, while many are one-offs. Bisuteria Blanda can be found in some of the most fashionable boutiques in Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Bahamas, New York and now in Australian capital cities.
Pasion Argentina
Established in 2002, Pasion Argentina designs and manufactures premium quality bags, decorative objects, home accessories, furniture and giftwares. Working with the highest quality Argentinean leather, suede and wood, Pasion Argentina stays true to its cultural origins by integrating native textiles, thereby creating unique and exquisite products, such as the “Monje” bag, which drapes across the body like a scarf and weighs just 200g (RRP $399).
Pasion Argentina is the first Argentinean design company based on the principles of Fair Trade, a commitment to sound environmental practices and social responsibility. The local leathers the company works with are creatively enhanced by native weavings. Indigenous artistans use skills and design that date back to ancient times, with each weaving taking an average of 15 days to produce. Pasion Argentina works closely with local artisans to preserve their heritage, as well as their way of life, and is currently working with the communities of Wichi (Chaco and Formosa) and Diaguita Calchaqui (Catamarca, Tucuman and Salta).