at Blue Bicycle Books
420 King Street
Charleston, SC 29403
Lauren Sanchez’s pocketbooks have a practical origin. When her architecture firm was dumping a trove of fabric remnants from its library, she realized the old 12” by 16” sample dimension presented the perfect proportion for a small handbag.
The handles came from a 2½” strip from the long side, and the rest became the body. Sticking to this same format, Lauren now gets her fabric by the half-yard, from an eclectic variety of sources. With a slim taper and traditional prints often contrasting bold interiors, each purse is a unique work.
At around $40, these original bags are a steal. Visit l_designs online to purchase, or visit Blue Bike Books to see her most recent collection.
