Steeped in lyrical emotion and sultry melodies, it's easy to understand why blues music has had such a deep and lasting impact on the Western world. It evokes a range of emotions from joy to triumph and at times, soulful melancholy. The Lapis Bard Blue pays homage to this legendary sound with this latest arrival. Taking inspiration from the Renaissance technique inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's ‘sfumato’ that creates a rare, original colour, the edges, hand painted by highly skilled craftsmen, gradually darken the blue colour as it imperceptibly passes from one shade to another. Features such as the unique Brogue design handwork on the straps, plush shoulder straps and accordion gusset add to its bold appeal.