The Armcandy Library
Welcome to our resource library for bag lovers everywhere. Here you will find articles and videos where we share our bag knowledge and expertise with you.
Why is buying preloved the new fashion forward?
How you can help save the earth, without it costing our earth.
Kate Spade, more than a brand.
Read about the face behind the name of one of New York’s signature brands.
Why YSL ‘Sac De Jour’ isn’t just ‘Bag Of The Day’
How a bag of the day has become the bag of the decade.
Anglomania at Armcandy!
The story behind Vivienne Westwood’s ‘Anglomania’ collection, but what does ‘Anglomania’ mean? We’re here to tell you.
Tom Ford and YSL Create History
The inspiration behind this piece of YSL history couldn’t be more relevant than it is in 2020!
Who Is Yayoi Kusama?
When Louis Vuitton and Yayoi Kusama collaborate, beauty is inevitable. But what inspires this critically acclaimed artist?
What is nappa leather?
I’m a lover of soft fabrics. I like cashmere knitwear, silk scarves and brushed cotton pyjamas. So obviously, for me, a nappa bag is right up there! But what is nappa leather? Who invented it? And what are the benefits of it?
Who is Jérôme Dreyfuss?
Who is this man who was labelled “the enfant terrrible of French fashion”? And what sparked him to start designing bags?
Can a Luxury Product be Packaged in 'Non Luxury'?
When Armcandy was first discussed the business side of me was keen to work out the figures to make sure it was viable, the girly side of me conjured up...