The Savannah College of Art and Design ( SCAD ) stands apart from its peers thanks to its extensive hands-on training: Its film majors explore an 11-acre backlot, aspiring actors enjoy an on-site casting office and now, its fashion design students can sell their one-of-a-kind garments in a luxury boutique. Located at 318 E Liberty St. in downtown Savannah, GA, Bazaar by ShopSCAD opened its doors in March to showcase student, faculty and alumni creations while simultaneously preparing its collegiate designers for the realities of the retail landscape. To Bazaar Director and Manager Ash Williams, the off-campus boutique functions as "a trading post of sorts for the school of fashion." "Students learn about design, branding and consumer behavior in the classroom, and Bazaar gives them a real-world environment to see those lessons play out," she expands. "When a customer picks up your product, examines it and decides to buy it, [it] allows a kind of feedback n...
HQ: Melbourne, Australia Founder: Monica Upton Social: Instagram Category: Accessories E-comm: us.shopvestirsi.com Price Range: $240 - $700 Hero Product: Bella Bag ($459) Stockists: David Jones, The Iconic and boutiques across Australia and New Zealand PR Representation: Infinity Creative Agency (ICA) How to get in touch: hello@shopvestirsi.com Origin Story Vestirsi was founded in 2019 by Monica Upton following a simple but persistent frustration: the inability to find a beautifully made, Italian leather handbag that felt both elevated and attainable. With a background in luxury retail and public relations, Upton understood the importance of craftsmanship and design — but also recognized a gap in the market for pieces that balanced quality with accessibility. Drawing on her Italian heritage, she traveled through Italy to source skilled artisans and suppliers, ultimately creating her own solution. Founded in Melbourne, Vestirsi was built on the idea that modern luxury should...