Christian Dior will unveil its Davis bag tomorrow at its St George's Building boutique. The event, for the fashion press, will come after a trunk show for customers showcasing the new season's lavish wearables. The Davis bag is largely expected to take off on the success of the best-selling Cannage bag, which rose to fame when Princess Diana started carrying it. For information, call 2968-9626. Chanel show With its new philosophy, 'Let Chanel Surprise You', the venerated French couture, ready-to-wear and accessories house puts its money where its motto is by holding a fashion show on Friday at the hip and modern ARTSPACE gallery in Aberdeen. The gallery was chosen by Chanel as the perfect backdrop to the season's neo-modern (simple yet luxurious) fashion. The company will provide transport from Causeway Bay. Details, call 2826-7624. Previews The Italian Trade Commission is already looking ahead to next spring, and will preview a spring/summer 1999 collection of men's and women's clothes next week. The upcoming label, Ecce, will be shown as part of a 'Made in Italy' event next Tuesday evening at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. For non-fashion fans, a selection of food and wine is also showcased. Details, call the Italian Trade Commission at 2846-6500. Cool looks The summer sales have just about ended, and autumn merchandise is in most stores. Retailers are advising customers not to be deterred by the sumptuous cashmere coats and heavy sweaters in windows: for cross-climatic dressing, there are plenty of lightweight cap-sleeved tops, sweet pleated skirts and easy wide-legged pants.
