Today we came across Refinery29′s feature, 5 Fashion Brands Get Extreme Makeovers.  We’ve always thought that Cole Haan‘s handbags are under rated.  Ce Ce knows that first hand having worked there as a freelance designer while 80%20 was in its infancy.

Oh and L.L. Bean- now haven’t we been talking about The Preppy Handbook for a couple weeks now?  L.L. Bean‘s recent hire of Alex Carleton from Rogues Gallery as their Creative Director insures an updated signature look.