Dee Ocleppo — designer, wife of fashion icon Tommy Hilfiger and creative director of Judith Leiber — hopes shoppers ask Santa for Kris Jenner’s Kris Kringle-inspired clutch ($4,995) this holiday season.
Ocleppo, who recently tapped the Kardashian-Jenner women to create their own bedazzled bags inspired by their favorite things, tells Page Six Style she and Kris had been discussing the possibility of collaborating “for a while.”
“The Kardashians have been fans and collectors for many, many years. Kris has been collecting since the ’80s and has some very unique vintage pieces,” she says. “We wanted to do something fun for the holidays as they’re known for their big Christmas gatherings and parties.”
While only Kris’ design is holiday-themed — Kim’s minaudière is shaped like an alien head, Khloé’s like a pot of gold, Kourtney’s like a tray of sushi, Kendall’s like her Doberman pup and Kylie’s like a lightning bolt — Ocleppo says it’s “definitely” her “favorite” of the bunch.
Judith Leiber Couture Kris’ Santa Minaudière ($4,995)
“The bags are are like art pieces you can display and enjoy when you are not using them,” she says of the pricey purses. “They always bring a smile to everyone’s faces and are always a conversation starter!”
It would seem Ocleppo admires pal Kris’ style in more ways than one; asked what she’s planning to gift husband Tommy this Christmas, she revealed she’s getting him a personalized Moke electric car, which starts at $22,975.
Last Christmas, Kris treated all six of her kids to custom Mokes in colors ranging from hot pink to baby blue, after receiving her own vehicle from the company in 2017.
Luckily, not everything on Ocleppo’s gifting list this year will break the bank. She’ll also be wrapping up the Coravin Timeless Three+ Wine Preservation System ($131, originally $229) and stuffing stockings with Eleni’s Color Me! Cookies ($45).
And speaking of sweet treats, she says she stocks up on Bridgewater Chocolates every year — “because everyone of all ages appreciates them.”