Elite Traveler March-April 2017

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Vintage clasp An oversized clasp that

would not look out of place on a vintage trunk is a focal feature on Dolce & Gabbana’s Lucia bag

Last year, Dolce & Gabbana introduced the Lucia bag, which is sure to become as popular as the company’s iconic Sicily bag thanks to its clean lines and details, which are inspired by the designers’ love of travel. While the bag is quite modern, the clasp could have been pulled straight from a vintage trunk, lending a sweet touch. The Lucia comes in a range of sizes and colors, but we’re partial to the color-blocked smaller clutches and bags. Rendered in luxurious dyed crocodile and python, mixed with smooth calf leather to keep them from being over the top, it will be difficult to pick just one Lucia. Left, $14,500, right $6,995, available at Dolce & Gabbana in New York, +1 646 767 9171, dolcegabbana.it Lucky Lucia

How to celebrate both the 50th anniversary of Bottega Veneta and 15 years with creative director Tomas Maier? When your brand is known for absolute luxury and impeccable craftsmanship, solid- gold sunglasses are just the ticket. Artisans LIMITED- EDITION BV15 SUNGLASSES

have handwoven strips of gold or silver into Bottega Veneta’s timeless intrecciato motif in these special BV15 sunglasses, available in silver and 18K rose or yellow gold, each limited to 925 pieces. $6,210 for 18K gold, available at Bottega Veneta in New York, +1 212 371 5511, bottegaveneta.com

Words Kristen Shirley