Cynthia Vincent Jasper Hobo | Luxury Slouchy Slashed Leather Handbag

Posted on: Aug 21

I love the way hobos are becoming less boho and more elegant these days. A great example of this growing trend is this sophisticated Jasper bag from Cynthia Vincent.

The designer takes a few liberties with its shape, but remains true to the hobo's ethos. The style's trademark slouch is ever present, but its lush leather body makes sure this relaxed silhouette doesn't look sloppy. The texture of this skin is also worthy of praise; tiny angular slashes are cut out of the skin to dazzling effect. In the hands of a lesser designer the leather could have simply looked damaged, but here it's modern and edgy. In short, I love it.

The rolled double handles also strike the right balance between style and comfort. They're so modern, and much more interesting than traditional plain handles, yet practicality hasn't been forgotten.

Admittedly it'd take a lot to turn me off this hobo, but Cynthia Vincent does enough to keep my interest inside. She gives us plenty of space, and generously sized leather pockets which are made to last. Then there's the magnetic snap closure, which keeps our goodies safe without interrupting the Jasper's clean lines.

And then there's the price of $450. It's not exactly small change, but more than reasonable for a bag of such luxury, style, and substance.