Accessories: Solomon Appollo Stylish Clutch Bags
Whilst browsing the online fashion accessories site Boticca, I came across a feature on London based luxury handbag and fashion accessories label, Solomon Appollo who have a gorgeous, colourful range of ‘hard to choose one’ clutch bags. Designed by Ozie Amadi, a graphic designer turned fashion accessories designer who was born and raised in East London; Solomon Appollo is all about cute and convenient stylishness. Solomon Appollo combines Ozie’s European upbringing and her Nigerian culture and heritage, factors, which are a major influence on her design aesthetic.
[Image credits: Temple Pillar Clutch Bag – Solomon Appollo]
Citing her mother and her aunts as particular influences, as she accompanied them on fabric buying trips and trips to the seamstress, Ozie also recalls childhood memories where her heritage would be expressed through music, fashion and food, brightly coloured fabrics and patterns, intricate embroidery, and elaborate headwear. Ozie also draws inspiration from London’s vibrant multicultural society. However, it was a bad experience with a bag that led Ozie to explore the possibilities of designing her own range and saw a return to University to gain the skills she needed to achieve her dream. In addition to retraining, Ozie spent two years developing the designs and travelling around Europe, sourcing suppliers for her production needs.
[Image credits: Temple Pillar Clutch Bags – Solomon Appollo]
The name Solomon Appollo is rather unique and has been in Ozie’s family for nearly two decades, having previously been owned by her brother who had an urban streetwear label, which he closed in 1998. Ozie decided to claim the name, giving it a new lease of life. The Solomon Appollo range includes mini satchels and cute envelop clutches, made with high-quality leathers, soft suede’s, and pony skin, complemented with fabrics like Kente, Ankara, and the ever-popular wax cloth, which is used either on the handbag’s outer or as colourful lining in the inner. Shiny hardware in the form chain straps, clasps, and playful detailing like the tassels seen on the Temple Pillar clutch bags complete the look.
Additional information sourced from:
Solomon Appollo Interview on Boticca: http://en-gb.boticca.com
Additional details:
Solomon Appollo products on Boticca priced at: £39.60-£410
For further information about Solomon Appollo and to purchase visit: http://en-gb.boticca.com
Hi, I was trawling through Google when I came across this article. I really appreciate that you noticed my brand, and took time to articulate the essence of why and how I design. I’d love to do a follow up piece and offer some products to your readers.
Hi Ozie, thank you for getting in touch, and am really glad you like the post.
Please feel free to contact me via the contact form with your follow up info.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Best wishes
Tapiwa