"It's more interesting to have just a picture of a small detail - then you can dream all the rest around it.
Because when you see the whole thing, what is there to imagine?" -Dries Van Noten
We got to hand it to Simone Harouche; not only did she single-handedly transform the Dirrty Xtina to the “Back to Basics” pin-up, but she’s credited as the mastermind behind Nicole Richie’s signature style. After building a roster of clients from J. Lo to Miley Cyrus, Harouche created a collection of handbags using vintage textiles scavenged over the years. The result? Her eponymous line of handcrafted carryalls, shoulder bags and hobos, “Simone Camille.” Sourcing fabrics and embellishments from all around the world—India, Pakistan, Egypt, Morocco… trust us, this girl gets around!—Harouche’s handbags embody the bohemian charm of the '60s with a quirky, Marrakesh twist. It’s no surprise that client (and bestie!) Nicole Richie was quick to pick up on the collection- it’s right up her alley, no? But Simone Camille has since spawned a second line, “Skins,” combining luxe leathers with one-of-a-kind trinkets. In addition, Harouche was recently tapped by Richie to come on board as a consultant for her line, “Winter Kate.” With all this genius coming out of one girl, we’re pretty sure that Indian war bonnet a.k.a. her “creative helmet” has a lot to do with it. Our shared love for Céline and Chanel was an easy jumping off point for us, as were her extensive set of silk kimonos, (which—may we add—were oh-so-reminiscent of Erin’s first collection!) Her trove of vintage treasures rivals some of the best we’ve ever seen and you know she loooves vintage… and Lanvin and Zandra Rhodes and L’Agence… But who can blame her? Girl’s got good taste.
