When Jane Shepardson joined the Whistles team to give them a much needed overhaul, I was intrigued to see what she would do with the brand. Whistles always seemed like one of those stupidly overpriced high street shops that only ever appeared to work with ditzy florals, linen and fine knit jersey.
Looking through the online shop, now that she's a few seasons in, it seems that she has taken away the middle-class-mumsy look they had previously and replaced it with much more directional silhouettes. But to be honest I'm still a bit 'meh' about it.
However, I do really like this clutch covered in zip pulls.
Imagine how wonderful this would be in real life with all those zips jangling around? You could go crazy and thread lots of thin chains through the zips and add some charms.
I reckon this bag would get a fair amount of use from myself. I hope it goes on sale because I'm still not willing to give Whistles one hundered and fifty of my finest pounds just yet. Half that number and then we might have a deal.
Queen Michelle
I spotted that the other day, would love one, but I agree 150 is a bit steep!
Posted by: Beany | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 14:40
I love this clutch. Maybe this would be a great do it yourself project for those who like me can not afford th original.
Posted by: Nicole | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 15:29
WOW! I need this bag! :D
Posted by: Punkie | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 15:48
I always think clutch bags should be a lot cheaper than other styles, even when more work has gone into them,I dont know why, clutch descrimination, probebly because of the increased likelyhood of me loosing them somewhere.
Posted by: chelsea | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 15:52
Agreed: Super fun design, but a bit spendy. Could you DIY one up?
Posted by: Sal | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 15:57
that's pretty genius. i love wearing things that make "noise" so this would be perfect.
Posted by: amanda | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 16:37
150 quid! Wow! Looks like a good DIY if one's patient enough, love it! :)
xx
Posted by: Brigadeiro | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 22:56
this is awesome!! I'm looking for a clutch and this one is perfect.
http://fashionroadkill-halifax.blogspot.com
Posted by: fashion roadkill | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 23:03
such a cool look, i'm loving all types of zips lately.
-indigo
Posted by: indigotangerine | Thursday, 04 June 2009 at 23:52
I saw an awesome little chain mail purse by Nine West today (also made noise that's why I thought of it). I didn't buy it because I'm saving up for an even better purse and how long would the chain mail last anyways :P
Posted by: Jane | Friday, 05 June 2009 at 00:55
Gosh that's so diy-able! Plain clutch, loads of old zip pulls. Now you've got my brain working overtime...
XXX
Suzanne
Posted by: Suzanne aka Punk Glam Queen | Friday, 05 June 2009 at 02:45
ahhhhh stfu sooo good xx
Posted by: dirtyflaws | Friday, 05 June 2009 at 02:56
Hello my loves, a lil' bit of blog love for you from me, (scroll down the boring bits to about half way down)
http://www.swide.com/luxury-magazine/en/Faces/Artists/Meet-the-bloggers--Liberty-London-Girl/2009/06/04/
LLGxx
Posted by: Liberty London Girl | Friday, 05 June 2009 at 06:45
I'm not sure where I could get just the zip pulls that aren't attached to actual zips? But yeah, definitely DIYable.
LLG I read that article! Thanks gorgeous! xxx
Posted by: Queen Michelle | Friday, 05 June 2009 at 08:43
There has definitely been a steady improvement in the quality of their design.
My friend and I nearly gave ourselves whiplash when we last walked past a Whistles.
Posted by: Danielle | Friday, 05 June 2009 at 10:42
Agree it is still a bit yeah whatever but it is getting there!
Posted by: Make Do Style | Saturday, 06 June 2009 at 10:05
yep 150 Boys is way tooo much for Whistles. Im sure Whistles go down well in Barnes, Wimbledon Putney etc though where women dont work much & the credit crunch is but a rumour :)
Posted by: dj nikki beatnik | Monday, 08 June 2009 at 14:00