Forzieri Firedrake Purse | Unusual Dragon Leather Baguette Bag

Posted on: Feb 15

When a bag is given a moniker as majestic as the Firedrake, you know it won't go unnoticed.

The combination of white and beige leather is elegant and understated, but it's the only conservative element on this very daring handbag. That subtle base is exactly why Forzieri can get away with the fashion risks it takes. The jeweled dragons adorning the buckle are the real stars, giving the bag a mystical, almost medieval feel. Then there's the playful tassel, beaded and hanging from the front flap. The elements shouldn't work together – they're so very different – but somehow they do.

The golden chain only adds to that sense of luxury. What I love most though is that it doesn't sacrifice comfort for style. The leather centerpiece sits snugly on your shoulder, protecting it while you run errands or party until dawn.

The plain canvas lined interior almost seems like a letdown, devoid of the flair we saw on the exterior. But it is a practical choice, durable as it is. That same commitment to staying power sees the zippered pocket trimmed in leather for extra strength.

At $269, the Firedrake is hardly an impulse buy. But it's a lot cheaper than many fashion rule breakers I've seen. If you're looking for a purse which combines luxury and cutting edge style, this Forzieri bag represents great value.