Moni Moni Splendor Satchel | Affordable Casual Grommet Decorated Handbag

Posted on: Oct 30

Moni Moni Splendor Satchel Lindsay Lohan and Kristin Cavallari help set the trends in Hollywood, but you don't need their bulging bank accounts to steal their style. These starlets both love this Splendor Satchel from Moni Moni.

I'm not sure the Splendor is quite as magnificent as its name suggests, but there's a relaxed charm to it. I really like the distressed treatment of the caramel leather, which makes the bag feel worn in before its time. However I'm less enthusiastic about the grommets decorating the front pocket. They seem tacked on, like an attempt to stay on trend rather than a cohesive design element.

The Splendor certainly does what it's intended to do though. Its handles are a little short for my tastes, but they're complemented by a practical cross-body strap. The interior is enormous, but it's got enough pockets to make the space usable.

We do miss the little touches like protective metal feet and leather trim on the pockets, but their absences aren't unexpected at this price point. I wouldn't call this satchel a bargain at $495, but you've got to wonder why the celebs choose this purse over one much more expensive. Perhaps there's more to it than meets the eye.