Idiosyncratic Style

Fashion Bloggers answer the question, What is your ‘Holy Fashion Grail’? 
(re: a slightly unobtainable style item you are on a lifelong quest to possess?)

Shopping last year with my sister, she found a fabulous Missoni skirt and ever since, I have been searching for vintage Missoni knits (mostly mini dresses and cardigans). They are intricately beautiful, sublte yet bold, fresh yet classic, sophisticated yet comfortable and would be a ‘forever’ piece in my wardrobe.
KRISTEN - IDIOSYNCRATIC STYLE

Missoni Knits from the Sartorialist & Lookbook

A Diane von Furstenberg wrap dress - so flattering on all shapes and they are only about $300, so I am sure one day I’ll be able to afford one!
EYELIAH - STYLE SYMMETRY

Diane von Furstenberg Wrap Dress

I have wanted a Vivienne Westwood armour ring for a really long time… since grade eight or something.
MUSSY HEAD - MUSSY HEAD GUILD

Vivienne Westwood Armour Ring

I am a Louis Vuitton enthusiast, so this may be a shock, but my ‘Grail’ is a Chanel 2.55 jumbo bag. It’s almost the perfect bag; it has a flap opening with the ‘cc’ lock, quilted leather, a long double chain shoulder strap and a hidden pocket for love letters. Retailing for over $4,000, it’s no wonder why I have yet to buy this masterpiece. It’s classic, romantic and one day it will be mine.
AMANDA - FASHION, LOVE AND MARTINIS

Chanel 2.55 Handbag

Either a classic Burberry trench coat or a classic quilted Chanel 2.55 (black).
MEG - DON JUAN’S RECKLESS DAUGHTER

Burberry Trench Coats

A wacky pair of Christian Louboutin booties - not only because affording a pair would require a small inheritance, but because I wish I could walk around in four-inch heels all day every day. His shoes are works of art, impeccably-made and would make even a track suit look hot.
RACHEL - THINGS THAT GO BLING

Various Christian Louboutin Booties

I’ve been mooning over Alexander McQueen’s ‘Oyster Dress’ for like ten years, but with a price tag of $30,000, it’s more than slightly unobtainable.
BREEYN - ANOTHER WORD FOR PINK

Alexander McQueen's 'Oyster Dress'

For me, the ‘Holy Fashion Grail’ is not an object that can be purchased in time if you are patient and commited to saving your money for it. My aim is to inspire a respected fashion designer to create a fabulous clothing or shoe collection - to me that is the greatest accomplishment and compliment.
KIMBERLY - THE SOULS OF MY SHOES

Fashion Sketches by Peter Som

What is your Holy Fashion Grail?