Atlanta - June 21, 2006

The Dingo Ate Your Hairpin

Mimco Clothing and Accessories

How about a quick round of Pyramid?

We say: “Keith and Nic, Mimco, and a just-oakey-enough shiraz.”

You say: “Things we love from Australia!” And then: “What’s a Mimco?”

Glad you asked. The line of bags, wallets, jewelry, accessories, and knitwear is inspired by the land Down Under, and it’s every bit as sharp as Mick Dundee’s machete.

Kelly Hobbs of Kelly’s Closet discovered Mimco while visiting Australia with her hubby. (Little known fact: She’s the go-to gal in town for emerging Aussie designers.)

We adore the Chill Pins, a set of six bobby pins decorated with rhinestones and sparkly baubles — a bloody fine deal at $13. The leather bags (ranging from $165 to $345) feature brushed metal hardware and moody hues — keen for day-to-day bushwhacks through the corporate jungle or striking out on your own in the great outdoors.

You’ll soon be howling at the moon with delight.

Looks like we have a winner.

Available at Kelly’s Closet, 1649 McLendon Avenue (404-377-9923); online at mimco.com.au.