ICONS 23: The Small Vancouver x Anny Fan

ICONS 23: The Small Vancouver x Anny Fan

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To mark the launch of our ICONS 23 Collection, we dive into the creative minds of the talented women behind each of the five reimagined ICONS for this year. Anny shared with us her love of textiles, and her highlights of redesigning the Small Vancouver - the latest extension to our bestselling collection. 

Anny was born and raised in Shanghai, and has lived in Hong Kong and New York. She studied Finance at university and worked in banking after graduating. Realising her true passion for fashion, Anny started sharing her personal outfits in 2010, becoming one of China’s first content creators. Now an established voice within the fashion world, Anny fell in love with The Small Vancouver and has updated this style with a dark grey Italian smooth leather accented with silver hardware - a modern yet classic look that will transcend the seasons ahead.

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“For me, The Vancouver is DeMellier’s iconic style, and I was immediately drawn to the new petite edition - The Small Vancouver - and wanted to redesign this style as my ICON.”

What made you want to collaborate with DeMellier?

I love DeMellier's designs, they are chic, simple and very fashionable. The “A Bag, A Life” initiative is a really great value of the brand too. With an all female design team, they can better understand what women want from their handbags. The bags they design are not only modern, but also very practical. Who can say no to a bag that is both high-quality and practical?

Why did you choose The Small Vancouver bag as your limited edition ICON?

For me, The Vancouver is DeMellier’s iconic style, and I was immediately drawn to the new petite edition - The Small Vancouver - and wanted to redesign this style as my ICON. The square silhouette with slightly rounded corners and DeMellier's iconic double bar is the perfect balance between retro and urban. The bag is very versatile, suitable for daily commuting or weekend dates. Although it may look small, it is actually quite spacious and I like that it can be worn multiple ways - over the shoulder or crossbody.

What have you enjoyed most about the designing process with the DeMellier team?

DeMellier's design team is an all female set-up, so I really enjoyed being able to chat and discuss each other’s ideas and really be understood. The bag is designed with every woman and girl who will use it in mind and I am really proud of this.
What made you want to collaborate with DeMellier?

I love DeMellier's designs, they are chic, simple and very fashionable. The “A Bag, A Life” initiative is a really great value of the brand too. With an all female design team, they can better understand what women want from their handbags. The bags they design are not only modern, but also very practical. Who can say no to a bag that is both high-quality and practical?

Why did you choose The Small Vancouver bag as your limited edition ICON?

For me, The Vancouver is DeMellier’s iconic style, and I was immediately drawn to the new petite edition - The Small Vancouver - and wanted to redesign this style as my ICON. The square silhouette with slightly rounded corners and DeMellier's iconic double bar is the perfect balance between retro and urban. The bag is very versatile, suitable for daily commuting or weekend dates. Although it may look small, it is actually quite spacious and I like that it can be worn multiple ways - over the shoulder or crossbody.

What have you enjoyed most about the designing process with the DeMellier team?

DeMellier's design team is an all female set-up, so I really enjoyed being able to chat and discuss each other’s ideas and really be understood. The bag is designed with every woman and girl who will use it in mind and I am really proud of this.
How did you feel when you saw The Small Vancouver x Anny Fan for the first time?

At first glance, it feels modern and casual but still powerful. Both grey and silver are neutral tones, and together they have a calm cool feel, which is what I wanted to convey.

What is your favourite way to style The Small Vancouver bag?

I like to choose an all-white look, a white sleeveless top with high-waisted wide-leg pants. The simple colour scheme highlights the bag effortlessly.

What are the essential items you always have in The Small Vancouver bag?

Sunscreen, lipstick, card holder and sunglasses

Describe The Small Vancouver x Anny Fan in one word.

Easy-to-wear.
How did you feel when you saw The Small Vancouver x Anny Fan for the first time?

At first glance, it feels modern and casual but still powerful. Both grey and silver are neutral tones, and together they have a calm cool feel, which is what I wanted to convey.

What is your favourite way to style The Small Vancouver bag?

I like to choose an all-white look, a white sleeveless top with high-waisted wide-leg pants. The simple colour scheme highlights the bag effortlessly.

What are the essential items you always have in The Small Vancouver bag?

Sunscreen, lipstick, card holder and sunglasses

Describe The Small Vancouver x Anny Fan in one word.

Easy-to-wear.

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