When a clutch is this simple, it needs something to make it stand out. JJ Winters did just the right thing by adding three rows of decorative zippers. They popped against the black soft suede background. The repeating zippers make a bold statement and add a modern feel to the clutch at the same time.
Buy from The Trend Boutique for $299
As the cold weather approaches, I’m more and more drawn to suede bags. For some reason, suede bags seem to look warmer. I also love the soft texture of it. This Coccinelle Vivian bag is a great example of a suede bag. Although it has simple shape, it has enough details that make the bag interesting. The pleats and the braided handles make a stylish combination. I’m not a fan of tassels but for this bag I don’t mind it that much. It seems like the tassel is detachable so you can always use it as a key chain. This bag also comes with shoulder strap for added convenience.
Buy from Forzieri for $570
It’s funny that I have been obsessing about slouchy bags but whenever I’m buying a new bag I end up buying a structured bag. I think I have to buckle up and find the perfect slouchy bag. This Via Repubblica Suede Shopper looks very chic and youthful. I love the soft look of the suede. However, I tend to avoid suede bags because I’m afraid I will ruin it in no time.
This bag will be perfect for my suede trial, since it is not very expensive so I won’t cry when I accidentally ruin it. This bag comes in 4 colors: Camel, Moro (dark brown), Cenere (dusk blue), and Vino (shown). I honestly like them all, but I would probably choose the darker color for practical reasons. It also comes in a larger size that I’m sure would look great on taller girls.
Overall, I think this is a very stylish bag. Even so, I would like it even more if the zipper pull was made of a fine chain instead of studded leather. They would definitely fall nicer than than the suede zipper pull and would add a little bit of rock n roll flavor to the bag, would you agree?
Available at Nordstrom for $298
Yesterday, I went to P.C Hooftstraat in Amsterdam, which is supposedly the most expensive shopping street in the Netherlands. Naturally, I went to look for bags. Since stores in the Netherlands close very early (6pm), I could only go to some stores, of which one was Bally.
In that store, I found a gorgeous deep green suede python hobo. I love the suede finish python; in my opinion, it looks more subtle and luxurious than the regular shiny finish python. I observe that more and more designers are producing bags with suede python.
The bag was so light and fell so beautifully on the shoulder. Two sets of double gold-tone rings connect the strap to the bag. Knots that end with metal tips decorate the sides of the bag. You can’t see them from the picture but they’re there and they played up the sides of the bag really nicely. The side of the bag is the one that you see first when you see someone wearing a hobo bag on her shoulder. That’s why I think it is important that the sides show something attractive.
This bag is from the Fall 2009 collection. It is priced €1500 Euros.
This is by far the most understated and minimalist bag that I have ever seen. There is no hardware, there is no pocket, there are no bells and whistles, nothing. This bag only has the absolutely necessary to be called a bag. I’m sure this bag will look like a lump of suede when empty. I absolutely love this. You might think I’m crazy, but sometimes I need to take a break from all the crazy designs and colors and just be subtle. You really can not go anymore subtle than this. Even the color of this bag is very subdued: light grey. When I look at this bag, I think about the word “zen”. Don’t you agree?
You can buy this from Shopbop for $795. Now, as much as I like this bag, I probably won’t spend that much for this minimalistic looking bag. However, I would definitely consider it if it ever goes on sale. This bag measures a generous 20″H x 19″L x 7″D, with 9″ strap drop.
Below you can see Kate Bosworth wearing this bag. I think the bag looks pretty huge against her small frame.
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