When the snow is beating down, there are few things as fashionable as an ivory handbag. This beautiful crocodile printed bag from Alaia is an excellent example.
The exotic embossing gives the leather the kind of opulence we don’t expect for under $1000. I love the minimalist approach Alaia has taken here. The clean, smooth lines really help that lovely leather shine. There’s no exposed hardware, just see a few ripples around the drawstring closure.
That drawstring puzzles me though. I suppose it was intended to give this shoulder bag a casual versatility, but I think it undermines that exotic looking skin. It’s also not the most practical of closures; it doesn’t offer the security of a zip, and it’s fiddly to manage when your cell phone is ringing.
I also worry about how that pale leather will age. Alaia doesn’t offer metal feet to protect the base, so that ivory skin will be exposed to the elements. Treat it with kid gloves and you might keep the stains at bay for a while, but it’ll never look as good as a dark leather bag would after a few years.
Still, it’s also not as expensive as a darker bag might be. If you love this purse I say to live in the moment and enjoy it while it looks this good!
More Features of This Alaia Exotic Embossed Shoulder Bag
- Fully lined interior
- Internal zip pocket
- Dual 19.7 inch straps
- Measures 5.5 x 12.2 x 13.8 inches
