Twin brother design duo Byron and Dexter Peart started their unisex accessory brand, WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie, in 2006 after Byron's stint as Diesel's marketing director and Dexter's job in sales and marketing at the Canadian edition of Ocean Drive Magazine. Details recently caught up with the designers, who just released the bright new Orly Frisé tote bag (pictured below), embroidered with a geometric pattern inspired by textile designer Beni Ourain and traditional Asante Kente fabrics. Byron and Dexter shared their thoughts on good design, the three key investment pieces, and finding a balance between form and function.
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