San Francisco - October 05, 2004

Fringe Benefits

Miel's Fringe Handbags

Pulling off fringe is like pulling off tapered jeans.

One false move and you’ll find yourself stranded in Billy Ray Cyrus territory.

How to get it right? A handbag from Miel Accessories’ Fringe line. Designer Lisandra Ochoa creates her bags by distressing and twisting leather into beautiful accessories that somehow end up looking fresh and polished. Available in clutches (perfect for nighttime) and classic daytime handbag styles, they’re customizable to your needs.

And given that they come in a rainbow of colors like teal, cream, gray, red, black, gold, and silver, you’re likely to find one that suits you.

Unless, of course, you’re looking for something to go with your spankin’ new mullet.

Available at Bettina, 3654 Sacramento Street, between Spruce and Locust Streets (415-563-8002); Dish, 541 Hayes Street, between Laguna and Octavia Streets (415-252-5997); Gimme Shoes, 2358 Fillmore Street, at Washington Street (415-441-3040).