Mango Spring/Summer 2009: Barcelona

The Spanish brand Mango presented its Spring/Summer 2009 Collection in Barcelona named “An Enchanted Garden.” The collection was inspired by “nature and modern landscape” as well as influenced by a strong Japanese touch on the shapes and prints of the garments. Brazilian model Camila Alves came down the runway, and it was her first appearance after the birth of her cute son from boyfriend Matthew McConaughey. The Enchanted Garden featured bright colors and prints, silk and chiffon softness, large flower accessories and exotic oriental flare. Watch out for these pieces to come out in stores next year and prepare for a bright, hot summer!

Matthew McConaughey’s Sweetheart Launches Handmade Bags

Camila Alves, who is the girlfriend of hot Matthew McConaughey and a sexy Brazilian model, recently launched a handbag collection named Muxo. Muxo means the “Goddess of Water” in an African Legend. Each and every one of the handbags are handmade by her and her mom. Camila explains, “The quality of the leather from thickness to touch, the process of distressing and finishing the leather, every stitch sewn, every piece of iron detail, every tassle of fringe, custom made, designed, and crafted by me and my mother’s two hands. It takes us 5 to 8 hours to make each handbag. No machines, no assembly line…so every one is not only original, there’s really no two alike.” Sounds that the bags are truly special indeed. The bags are described as “elegance meets tribal exotic” and the collection features a lot of slouchy shapes, plenty of leather fringe and some oversized men’s bags. It also seems that there will be a Baby’s Collection coming soon. The bags range from $450 to $1000+. Visit Camila website at www.mymuxo.com. When talking about her collection, she sounds absolutely sweet and honest! A truly special talented lady.