So this is what crocodile looks like inside out! What a great alternative to our fave exotic skin but let’s hope it wears better than its leather counterpart, suede. We discovered Shiro bags almost a year ago and American retailers are finally catching up to speed. I love the nubuck brown crocodile with patent crocodile trim, it’s fun to see what designer Massimo Calestrini will come up with next. He is inventive and creative, a dynamite about to explode in the fashion world! The olive green color is also to die for; I am really into all things olive right now, so luscious and yummy. Exotics continued strong on a host of Spring 2008 runways, do not expect the affair with all things croc to go away anytime soon! $12,300 – $13,500 at Neiman marcus. It is also interesting to note that prices have increased by more than a few thousand dollars since we first wrote about Shiro crocodile bags in January, seems a bit steep for a mere 10 months. Is it really the cost of crocodile skins rising or just retailers’ needless markup? hmmm
I like the brown bag more-maybe because of the black frame that somehow` holds´ the bag better.Actually I liked the January croc version too.This nubuck version is more sensitive and I´m a little worried how it reacts in different climates and in hard use.A matter of liking doesn´t mean I would like buy the bag by the way.
I hear you, however it really is a glorious bag for those special few who can afford it.
Glorious is the word, nubuck crocodile is so decadent!