Nautical inspired accessories are perfect for summer, but all those anchors and rope accents can look kitschy. Anne Klein interprets the look the right way with this Anchors Away Hobo.
It seems a stretch to call this bag a hobo, because its clean lines more closely resemble a tote. While modern designers don’t always stick with the classic crescent shape, the style usually has more slouch and bohemian spirit than this bag. No matter what you call it though, this Anchors Away bag has real style.
I love the bold contrast of deep ocean blue and bright white. The soft nude accents are a lovely complement to these stronger hues. The silver grommets remind me a bit of a ship’s portholes, while the Anne Klein medallion recalls the buttons on a navy uniform.
The Anchors Away is a bit smaller than I’d like an everyday bag to be, but it should hold everything you really need to carry. Its pockets are just what you need to stay organized, but it’s a shame they aren’t reinforced to help them last.
This kind of corner cutting isn’t unusual at this price point though. We’re given PVC rather than real leather, and we miss out on those creature comforts the high end designers provide. However the Anchors Away looks the part, which is more than we can say for many bags costing just $89.
More Features of This Anne Klein Nautical Hobo
- Magnetic closure
- Dual handles with a 9.5 inch drop
- Measures 10.75 x 10.75 inches
- Made in China
