Style inspired by Judith Leiber.
Cat clutch from the Judith Leiber exhibit at the Taubman Museum.
Hobo-style clutch by Judith Leiber.
Collection of Judith Leiber minaudières.
Small flower clutch by Judith Leiber.
Permanently on display in the Shaftman Gallery at the Taubman Museum, Judith Leiber: Earthly Delights features flora- and fauna-themed creations from the more than 130 minaudières and pillboxes in the museum’s collection of the iconic designer’s work. Sydney and Rosalie Kirsch Shaftman, who began collecting the luxe clutches in the 1980s, gifted the pieces to the Roanoke museum from 2005 to 2008. “The bags are so beautifully designed and created that they are considered works of decorative art,” says Amy Moorefield, deputy director of exhibitions and collections. For those fearing the tiny dazzlers are too impractical for a night on the town, Moorefield says the Hungarian-born designer has a word of advice: “It is said that Judith Leiber remarked that all a woman needed to go out on the town was a tube of lipstick and a $100 bill.” We quite agree. TaubmanMuseum.org
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Check out our style guide for trends inspired by Judith Leiber:
Venus in Furs. Trade in your stole for a chic cropped jacket like this fox fur one from Monique Llhuillier. $4,000. MoniqueLhuillier.com
One Direction. A compass makes an elegant and unexpected accessory. This Purdey brass compass comes with a leather case, not shown. £1,875. Purdey.com
He Wore Blue Velvet. A luxurious velvet blazer easily transitions from day to night. Pair this Etro blue slim fit debossed velvet blazer with a chunky turtleneck at the office or a slim tie and dress shirt for evening. $1,540. MrPorter.com
Perfect Timing. Be on time for all of your parties with a decorative watch that’s as sleek as a bracelet. Pictured here: Michele diamond watch case, $2,395, and 16-millimeter bracelet watchband, $600. Nordstrom.com
Off the Cuff. These Deakin and Francis 18 karat gold octagonal cufflinks are a show-stopper, with mother of pearl and a large sapphire center. $11,020. DeakinandFrancis.co.uk
Slick Pick. Christian Louboutins Loubilaque lip lacquer serves double duty — along withoffering high-shine gloss, each comes with a silk ribbon to create a statement-making necklace. $85. Sephora.com
Well-Heeled. Art & Sole: Fantasy Shoes from the Jane Gerson Weitzman Collection will also be on display at Roanoke’s Taubman Museum of art through Dec. 31, celebrating beautiful footware like this Nudistsong metallic leather sandal. $400. Net-a-Porter.com
Pleats Please Me. Keep the focus on eye-catching accessories with a simple, elegant gown like this “Pamela” pleated halter ballgown from Ralph Lauren. $4,990. SaksFifthAvenue.com
Putting on the Glitz. These rozier crystal minaudiers are attributed to Judith Leiber herself. $4,995 hot air balloon and $5,495 elephant. BergdorfGoodman.com
Putting on the Glitz. These rozier crystal minaudiers are attributed to Judith Leiber herself. $4,995 hot air balloon and $5,495 elephant. BergdorfGoodman.com
