Hyphen magazine - Asian American arts, culture, and politics

It ain't your grandma's Hawaiian quilt, but these sexy accessories were inspired by it. Raised in Hawaii, Bliss Lau moved to New York and blended island sensibility and urban details. Easy on the eyes and nice on the shoulders, Lau's bags sport soft straps and thoughtful touches like PDA pockets. We couldn't help but notice that the chains on her Suspension bag bear more than a little resemblance to a very famous bridge. Her latest collection includes curve-alicious waist cinchers infused with Hawaiian patterns. Studded with metal rivets, these uberluxe belts are cut from chocolate or black leather. Are you ready girls? Island Goth is the new black. Buy Bliss at www.blisslau.com

-Sita Bhaumik