After 18 days in Europe (Milan for the shows, Madrid to lecture at Institute of European Design plus Lugano and London in between) with my 5 year old son I am SO glad to be home at my desk to just... blog.
I spent a lot of time looking at bags while in Europe at the shows and one thing is clear, embellished bags via chains, zippers and beading remain strong for Fall 2010. While I love all three of these trends separately; I think it's total overkill to have them on one single bag-- especially when said bag is a slim 11" clutch. I am really over my initial Balmain-ia and this clutch confirms the brand is not a serious contender in the bag arena. I also can not endorse the silly flower and heart charms which are apparently inspired by the charms on those hideous Croc shoes. I mean if I wanted a DIY bag from my 9 year old goddaughter I would have asked her to make me one. And it certainly would not cost $2,120.
Balmain Night Pearl Leather Clutch at Net-a-porter here.
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The only thing I can say is that they never claim to be all about the bags!!!! Though knowing that, then they shouldn't design bags!!!
DEFINITELY SLOB!!!!
Don't kid yourself, ALL brands want to be serious bag contenders.
what do you think makes the most money in a collection and has the longest shelf life? BAGS :) No sizing issues and speaks to all... bags have been known to make or break brands...
xoxo
Tina
You could probably find that at Hot Topic or F21 or even Claire's.
awful and over valued.
I have to agree I love chains, charms and trimmings on bags but to have them all featured on one bag mmmmmm....I think I'll pass!