I’ve obsessed over the magenta purple Helmut python bag that Gwyneth Paltrow‘s been showing off all over town for months now but was not able to locate it for myself. Why, you ask? Because Tod’s felt it was too expensive for the American market (we are in a serious economic crisis afterall) and Gwyn got the only one in the US! So unfair right? Luckily, I found something even better– the Tod’s hobo in purple python! It’s a big slouchy fabulous bag with the most functional and aesthetically pleasing outer pocket I have ever seen on a bag. Most outer pockets stick out like sore thumbs and have annoying flaps but Derek Lam designed this one to function like a pocket on a pair of trousers (I just love that word “trousers”– it rolls off the tongue so chicly, though I don’t love wearing them). It’s so easy to slip your hand in and pull out anything you want discreetly (lipgloss, cell, you phone number for hot guy at bar!?). It’s quite large at 35cm but it slouches and appears smaller when carried on the shoulder. I traveled with it to LA (we’re attending the Tod’s Beverly Hills party with Derek Lam later today) and have been stopped constantly by fellow bag snobs who just wanted to touch it. It’s super lightweight with a silk lining and has 3 large pockets for blackberries/iphones/and whatever gadgets you fancy. Tod’s Handbags also available online here.
See the side pocket? You zip it up and nothing falls out and can discreetly pull out your lipgloss to apply or you cell for fast and easy access.
Simple back side with lush python skin and no hardware to distract from the beauty of the bag.
There is a little bit of hardware here to hold the strap that supports the bottom of the bag. The handle is also a Tod’s classic that Derek pulled out of archives.
The bottom of the bag has the wraparound effect but its functionality is to keep the bag in its shape so it never becomes shapeless.
Huge interior pockets, Derek knows that a girl needs her gadgets to get through her day! Are you not in love with this bag? It’s my “snob” bag of the season!!!
This is gorgeous! Much better than the one Gwynnie has. I love it! Enjoy your bag =)
Tina–I’m having heart palpitations–I’m dialing as I type!
“I die” I die”!!!!!!!!!! HA-HA!! =)
xoxo
oh so lovely Tina! congrats on your purple hobo!!
I’m in love with all thing Tod’s
Amazing! This is a great bag and so functional, I want it!
I have this same bag in regular black leather–i needed a pracitcal (but great) black bag and this is what I chose. (of course, it’s not so fab as a purple python!!) Anyway, this bag feels “good” on, is roomy without being crazy and the sideways front pocket is great. It would be better if I carried my bag on my left shoulder since then that sideways pocket would be toward me rather than behind me. . .maybe I need to retrain myself!
Melissa
Gorgeous!!! I just emailed her…hope they’re still available! Thanks! You always have great finds.
I think this is not python, maybe it’s karung snakeskin or a different species. Can you confirm please that it’s python? The scales don’t look like python scales…just want to know before ordering.
Now, you girls know that i am totally getting this bag? it’s just fab! happy spring!
xoxo
Julie–lol-I knew you would jump on this bag!!! LOVE!!!!! =)
Did you get your blouses?…I did–SO CUTE!!!!
xoxo
Beautiful! I’m drooling over this!
Does this bag come in any different colors? I am looking for a natural python bag and this one is beautiful!
Does this bag come in natural python? I am looking for a light colored bag and this one is beautiful!
Lovely! I’m also wondering whether this comes in any other python colors . . .the closet can only hold so many purple purses!
I called the Tod’s boutique and this is indeed a python.
beautiful bag and great color, would love to have this!
Saw it at Saks, the Sales Rep said they are out of purple but she might be able to look for it if I really want it. It also comes in Green. It is indeed gorgeous. On top of that she also mentioned that there’s 25% off. Sigh, if only I wasn’t that stupid to have bought the large leather version at a Tod’s outlet earlier today. I am crying right now.
Saw it at Saks, the Sales Rep said they are out of purple but she might be able to look for it if I really want it. It also comes in Green. It is indeed gorgeous. On top of that she also mentioned that there’s 25% off. Sigh, if only I wasn’t that stupid to have bought the large leather version at a Tod’s outlet earlier today. I am crying right now.
Which Saks?
Girls,
Connie just told me there are only FIVE of these purple python bags left in the country!
GET you card info to her asap!!!! She’ll send to you and in some cases you won’t pay tax!
I just ordered one from Connie and she could not have been nicer or more helpful. I am so excited to get it! I love the color and I think that outside pocket is a great idea. Tina, I am traveling next month and I was wondering how is yours holding up? Thanks so much for bringing this bag to us!
Saks in NYC. I am hitting myslf right now. Look at my bag, as gorgeous as it is. It is way too big. Sigh, and I can’t even return it. Oh well good for travelling with the kids.
Just got this bag at SAks NYC F&F sale for 25% off! I am completely in love with it and it was the only one they had! Scored! I was also at Short Hills NM today and they had one there too if anyone is interested.
Tina, I just got back to NY after spending a great afternoon with all the ladies in LA….great to see you as always! you are one of the fun (for me!)reasons I travel and spend time out of NYC: to meet enthusiastic, fun and fashionable gals like yourself…..
send you a big hug and look forward to seeing you again soon…Derek
Hi Derek,
I just flew home myself– loved seeing you and Jan! I will try to make the Derek Lam store opening in SoHo in May, I’m so excited for you! Fall 09 looks amazing, I need to get something for my birthday in August, will email Aimee… can’t decide between the white drape or the clay drape jersey dress… or get both?
xoxo
Love the color. Only five left – I seem to always be too late to the party.
Girls!
Connie sold ALL 6 of these bags at Neiman Marcus! (7 if you count mine that I bought from her)
My snob readers from as far as Indonesia to Vegas called her and the bag is now sold out in the United States
Looks just like the one Perlina came out with months ago. Visit Perlina’s website and look at the bag the girl on the front is carrying. Purple snake-embossed (leather) hobo.
Just saw one on ebay if anyone missed out!
Hi Tina,,
Just wanted to tell you guys i just got this bag from Neiman’s Dallas i called and they found one ! i just got it today i was soo worried they were sold out in the US but i guess not
It such a beautiful bag …. Thanx for posting about it 
Oh and i checked in London , Paris, Milan , Florence & Dubai they all didn’t have it they only had the Baulutto the one Gwyneth Paltrow was carrying !
Anyone so greedy and ignorant to buy a product made from a wild animal will rot in hell.