5 Designer Bags I'd Actually Spend My Money on—and Why
If I’m being honest, the last thing I need to be spending money on is a bag. As it stands, I own enough to last me for years, if not decades. However, let’s be real. We hardly ever buy purses (or any fashion items for that matter) because we need them. No matter what we tell ourselves—“I don’t have a nighttime bag,” “I need something for work,” or I don’t have anything to go with that outfit”—it’s usually not that we actually require another piece. We just want it.
Of course, such is the case with the handbags you’re about to see below, but beyond my personal preference, they just happen to be some of the coolest status symbols of the moment anyway—as evidenced by some of our favorite Instagram and street style stars. So, if space, budget, and my husband’s sanity were no issue, the below five would already be in my closet. Perhaps one already is… Just keep reading to find out.
Okay, this one I actually did spend my money on. I just couldn't help it—especially after my über-picky mom gave it her stamp of approval! The way I see it is that if Paco Rabanne has been making chainmail cool since the 1960s, why would that change anytime soon? I know this bag feels particularly trendy right now, but I think its owners will enjoy it just as much for years to come. That's right, Prada's iconic nylon hobo bag is back (for less than $1000, I might add), however, it's not the easiest to get your hands on. At the moment, it's technically only sold in Prada boutiques, but if you can't make it to one or they're sold out of the color you want, personal shopping services like Threads can help you out. Of course, you can always opt for one of the many pre-owned or ultra-similar vintage iterations from sites like The RealReal and Vestiaire Collective. I came very close to buying one myself when visiting a Prada store a few weeks ago, but I loved so many of the colors I just couldn't choose. This love story isn't over yet though. Remember back in May when I proclaimed that Bottega Veneta's pouch was the next It bag? Even though I was unequivocally correct, I stopped myself from buying it countless times since then because I simply didn't need another clutch in my life. The updated shoulder pouch, however, I may or may not have already pre-ordered. I simply couldn't help myself this time, and I think from the photos above it's pretty clear why.Wandler's Georgia bag is another style I've already talked about at great length, but in case you're short on time, let me summarize why I think it's so great: It's a classic shape, goes over your shoulder for easy holding but also comes with a longer strap for even easier wearing. It's small and compact but not mini, structured and polished, comes in a range of colors and materials, and considering its relatively classic nature, the price range of $765 to $1060 for the various styles is also not completely offensive as long as it's in your budget. Lastly, it's just nice to look at, which usually is all I really need to convince me. I bought my first Loewe bag a little over four years ago (more details on that here), and seeing as I love it as much now as I did when I first got it, I have a lot of faith in the brand's ability to create investment-worthy accessories that you won't get sick of. Aside from the rational reasons, however, I just have a thing for little black purses, and the Postal bag is everything I look for and more. It's unique but doesn't feel like a statement piece that you can't use a lot, structured so it works for day or night, and seems like a magnet for complements.
If you're into fashion and an avid TikTok scroller, you've probably come across the viral and somewhat controversial Coperni one-leg jeans . People who got their hands on them are asking followers how they should style them - and even whether or not they should keep them. Those who are still on a waitlist or are simply curious about the trend are going so far as to DIY the jeans by taking a scissor to one leg of an old pair. I, on the other hand, dared to step into the Romeo Hunte Black One Leg Pant ($232, originally $725), an alternative take on the same silhouette that's even more eye-catching (which, how is that possible?). These jeans were, without a doubt, one of the most polarizing looks I've ever worn - and I've tried some pretty divisive clothing, from Skims butt-enhancing shapewear to the brand's famous push-up nipple bra , and many a sheer naked dress . After wearing the jeans around town to run errands and obviously attracting some attention (st...
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Never have we been more envious of an inanimate object than when Pedro Pascal stepped out in a sparkly cardigan this week. As soon as we saw him walking the streets of London wearing the glittery knit, we longed to swap places with it - to be enrobing the heartthrob, catching the attention of random passersby, sparking internet discourse, and ultimately taking responsibility for his style breakout. Pascal has been serving look after look while promoting " The Last of Us " season one and "The Mandalorian" season three this year, working with stylists Julie Ragolia and Fabio Immediato . His latest came on Feb. 23 when he arrived to a radio interview wearing the shiny cardigan in question: a long button-down sweater made of silver foil yarn and created by menswear label 4SDesigns. He layered it over a sheer brown tank top and finished the look with black pants, leather boots, and his usual chunky-framed glasses. Just one day prior, the actor stopped by a photo call...
