A great bag design is not necessarily unique in term of shape but there are certainly distinct features that set it apart from other bags. The Miu Miu Matalesse tote is now the house’s iconic bag. It counts the chevron-quilted napa leather, braided handles and the signature Miu Miu push-lock closure as its distinct features. This bag came across very trendy when it first came out but the fact that Miu Miu has made it one of its staples means it does have the staying power. It is also gaining more popularity with stylish dressers, slowly making its way into the list of classic must-haves. The bag is very obviously feminine too, I would like to think of it as the next Chanel flap bag. As with the case of Chanel flap bags, the price also increases every year so if you like it, don’t wait it out too long. Price is still reasonable at USD1,650 now.
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Lady Diana with Lady Dior Bag
In the 90s, the late Princess Diana started one spark (among many sparks she made) in the fashion history with a Dior bag that officially sent the house into bag business, hence the name of the bag is a tribute to the Lady. Today, Dior is still among the few fashion mega brands which rely more on its ready-to-wear and make-up lines for its revenue generation as opposed to on its leather goods such as Hermes, Gucci and Vuitton. Nevertheless, its Lady Dior bag is still one of the most iconic and timeless bags around.
Classic Lady Dior Cannage in lambskin (USD1,950)
Almost 20 years later, John Galliano updated the classic again and putting one of French hottest actress, Marion Cotillard as the new face of the house and for the bag. Leighton Meester’s Blair Waldorf in the Gossip Girl has been seen with different reincarnations of the bag throughout the season 2 of the show. The new Lady Dior bags were definitely designed with younger audiences in mind and the best part is, it is still one of the classic bags we come across less often today.
From left: Lady Dior Cannage in Black and Sky Blue Patent Leather (USD2,050) and Black Nylon (USD1,250)
As the name suggests, this piece of Dior is for a lady, not any women, let alone girls. The bag is simple and feminine yet the owner knows herself and has discovered her own style long time ago.
From left: Lady Dior shopping tote in Latte woven leather (USD2,000) and Lady Dior Avenue (USD2,500)
From left: Lady Dior Cannage Lambskin shopper, beige and black (USD1,950) and woven fire red (USD2,100)
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Audrey Hepburn with Speedy 30 in Monogram Canvas
Boston bag is certainly the most popular design in the world of bags. Any respected brand such as Gucci, Fendi, Dior, Burberry, Prada and Louis Vuitton has or has issued a Boston bag at one point of time in the business. For Louis Vuitton, its Speedy (named so for its practicality and how speedy it is to access the bag) is one of its classic and best-selling models of all time.
From left: Speedy 25 in Damier Canvas (USD675), Speedy 30 in Monogram Mini Lin, (USD775) Speedy 35 in Damier Azur (USD725) and Speedy 40 in Monogram Canvas (USD750)
Louis Vuitton described Speedy as a style-after of the iconic travel bag, Keepall which is available in bigger sizes. The classic Speedy is available in almost all materials carried by Vuitton and in size 25, 30, 35 and 40. The classic Speedy in the Monogram, Mini Lin and Damier are considered the entry-level bags of the brand but a limited edition Speedy could cost up to 2-5 times the classic version.
From left: Speedy 30 in Monogram Cerises (year 2005) and Speedy 30 in Monogram Perforated (year 2006)
From left: Speedy 35 in Monogramouflage (year 2008) and Speedy 35 in Monogram Watercolor (year 2008)
From left: Speedy 30 in Monogram Roses (year 2009) and Speedy 30 in Monogram Graffiti (year 2009)
Besides canvas material, Louis Vuitton also makes Speedy in its signature leathers: Epi and Nomade; And also in Denim.
From left: Speedy 30 in Epi Leather (USD1,050) and Speedy 30 in Nomade Leather (USD2,610)
From left: Speedy 30 Denim Patchwork (year 2006) and Speedy 30 Cube (year 2008)
Finally, Some of Purseholic’s personal favorites…
From left: Speedy 30 in Monogram Mirage (year 2007) and Speedy 30 in Monogram Multicolor
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The legend Baguette Bag is definitely one of the MUST-HAVE Bags in my list. Recently celebrated their 10th anniversary since being launched a decade back by the Italian fashion house Fendi. The bag was so named as its shape resemblances French Baguette or perhaps, these bags were created for the Parisienne to be carried under their arms who usually grab baguettes as breakfast while rushing to work who definitely also need two hands to hold the artisan-style bread at the same time. Who knows? Since 90s, this coveted small couture “It” Bag has been a fantasy of millions of women worldwide. Carried by Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and The City, remains an international sensation and becoming more and more popular. I own one of a classic version and can’t wait for the next one!
With over thousands of versions produced, Le Baguette has been revisiting each and every single season to meet fashionistas’ needs. In crocodile skin, denim, patent leather, python to plasticized leathers, embroidered with pearls, beading, sequins and gold thread. Simply irresistible! The Baguette was designed to be carried on shoulder or as clutch (let’s thanks removable straps) for the small and medium version, even across the chest to transform them into messenger bags for the large and extra large versions.
Fendi Baguette’s new anniversary collection offers 10 pure, bright colors. Plus, if you have hidden artistic talent and creativity, tap it to your Baguette black white canvas version which comes with a set of Pantone coloring pens. If you dare enough, why not pass it to your talented kids and let them paint on it? ;P
The Medium Red Baguette is waiting to be kept as one of your bag collections and carried on Chinese New Year! Grab from eluxury.com-Red Baguette for $995
The Large Patent Baguette will be an elegant match for evening or casual day-time outfit. Grab from eluxury.com-Large Patent Baguette for $1,430 (Dark Blue) and $1,680 (Black)
Check out Fendi PAINT-YOUR-OWN Baguette from eluxury.com-PaintYourOwn Baguette for $1,300
What are you waiting for?
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