Ed Hardy Francesca Satchel | Frayed Patch Cotton Canvas Bag

Posted on: May 20

Ed Hardy delivers its usual dose of edge with a little more restraint than normal with the Francesca satchel.

Not that the Francesca is a shrinking violet by any means. The bold skull print and frayed edges are far from reserved. But at least this bag isn't covered in decorative features. The use of white space is refreshing, allowing us to appreciate the embellishments without feeling overwhelmed by them.

At least, that's the case when you choose the Francesca in black or white. The fuchsia shade is just too vivid for my tastes, competing for the focus rather than letting the accents shine. Then again, some girls love hot pink and those girls are probably going to love this purse!

Like so many Ed Hardy bags, the design is much more practical than the exterior might suggest. Inside the fashion house opts for function over flash, offering us plenty of usable space and a handful of pockets. The dual handles are a shade too short for my liking, but they work with an attachable shoulder strap to offer a couple of carrying options.

Personally $208 seems too pricey for a cotton canvas handbag, but if you're sold on the unique design you'll probably be able to justify the cost.