Belvie Gets Around

Estelle © Paul Porter, Mischa © Dave Benett
What’s the most clever way to launch a new spirit? Create a bag to go with, darlings. The Belvie Bag–inspired by Grammy winner Estelle–is the creation of British accessories designer Jonathan Kelsey to celebrate the introduction of yet another flavored vodka: Belvedere Black Raspberry. Kelsey used one of his signature techniques–dipping the white leather in a dark raspberry color (natch)–but its the secret bottle compartment that’s got Chicaholic hooked. And it seems the bag is becoming popular with the fashion set. Matthew Williamson and Philip Lim checked it out at the company’s private SoHo pop-up shop last week. Want your own? It’s available at select stores like Jeffrey–for a cool $1,500, that is.