Hayden-Harnett Zee Tote Bag | Basket Weave Brown Leather Handbag

Posted on: Jul 25

Hayden-Harnett put a spin on the current woven trend with this Zee tote.

While most brands favor a delicate weave, Hayden-Harnett likes it big and bold. That gives the Zee a unique textured look which bubbles with youthful energy. It may not be as elegant as the Bottega Veneta bags, but it seems a little more appropriate for everyday outings.

A zippered pocket up front interrupts the lush texture, but I can't fault it for practicality. It's always good to have a place to stash those essentials you need on hand.

While the exterior is a sedate brown, Hayden-Harnett has fun inside with a psychedelic patterned silk lining. The generous space features a large zippered pocket on one side, and three slip pockets in the other. That's one for your cell phone, another for your iPod, and one more for your Nintendo DS!

But beware: not all Zees are created equal. While this brown tote is a stylish everyday purse, the strange tones of the Eucalyptus Colorblock variety give the basketweave a real mismatched look. It might suit the current taste for all things 80s, but don't expect the trend to last far beyond this season.