Reed Krakoff is back with a brand new Cadet bag.
The Cadet II doesn’t completely lose the slouch we came to know and love, but it’s a lot more structured than mark one. Personally I think this is a really good thing. It dresses up the bag, making it versatile enough to carry during the day and then through to the evening. It also makes it more user-friendly, as we can easily get our goodies in and out without fighting with a mass of leather.
Given its edgy name, I expected to see more attitude from the Motorcross Cadet II. In fact, the last Cadet had more of a rebellious streak than this purse. I don’t think that’s a bad thing either. The mocha color is gorgeous and right on trend. It’d work for a conservative office or dinner with your gal pals.
Those elegant good looks come with a fair amount of substance behind them. The enormous interior is kitted out with a zippered pocket and two small pouches for keeping your gadgets safe. The handle is probably too short for comfortable carrying once the Motorcross Cadet II is full, but there’s a longer adjustable strap for those occasions.
Considering the quality and attention to detail here, I’m impressed by the price of $990. Anytime a designer purse comes under $1000, I’m happy. It’s still not small change, but it’s a great price for a bag which will last for many seasons to come.
More Features of This Reed Krakoff Nappa Leather Shoulder Bag
- Gunmetal hardware
- Zip top fastening
- Brown twill lined interior
- A single handle with a 6 inch drop
- Measures 20 x 15 x 4 inches
