Steve Madden Marietta Cross-Body Bag | Eighties Look Retro Colorblock Handbag

Posted on: Jan 31

Steve Madden delivers all the drama of the eighties with the on-trend Marietta cross-body bag.

Colored asymmetrical flaps provide the excitement. They also open up to separate storage compartments, although this attempt at practicality doesn't quite come off. I hear the zip and snaps aren't the most reliable, so you may want to be careful what you carry inside them. Personally I'd play it safe and keep my valuables in the inside zip pocket.

The glossy exterior comes from synthetic rather than leather, but that should come as no surprise at this price point. It may not have the staying power of calfskin, but this shiny surface suits the retro look.

The long strap gives the Marietta the everyday versatility busy girls look for. It would work as a shoulder strap, but it's also long enough for cross-body carrying for a more casual look. It looks a little skinny though, so I'd avoid loading up the Marietta too much. These sort of synthetic straps are prone to snapping with a moment's notice.

I like the retro color combinations of this teal Marietta, but if they don't grab you it's also available in a black, silver, and burgundy combo.