Stuart Weitzman Ruche Hobo Bag | Feminine Brown Pleated Leather Purse

Posted on: Sep 11

Stuart Weitzman gives the hobo style a girly makeover with this pleated leather bag. The Ruche Hobo brings sophistication to this traditionally casual style.

The classic crescent shape and relaxed slouch is maintained, but it's given a little more structure than usual thanks to the striking pleats. This vertical ruching is the bag's definitive feature, and the one that gave this hobo its name. They give the purse a feminine touch, but by using brown leather Stuart Weitzman ensures his hobo doesn’t get too girly.

The satiny lined interior is as luxurious as we'd expect from a purse costing close to $800. Space-wise there's a lot to offer: it's deep and wide enough for carrying bulky novels and chunky wallets. The interior zip pocket is trimmed with metallic leather to withstand everyday use.

The honey-colored calfskin is elegant and versatile, but it's also a little conservative. So it's surprising to see it's the only color option. I'd have loved a few more choices: perhaps a metallic or a deep red or violet for fall.