Chinese Laundry shows us that woven handbags can be edgy and a bit dangerous with its Sydney Shoulder Bag.
The label gives its heavy lattice weave that devil may care attitude with zipper trim. We’ve seen zippers doing the same thing for floral rosettes and ruffles in recent seasons, but this treatment does wonders for the weave. I only wish Chinese Laundry had kept it up on the back of the bag. The front is so impressive, but it makes the plain rear seem really boring.
It’s also worth noting that this shoulder bag is made from synthetic, rather than real leather. It’s a high-quality manmade material, soft and supple, but it still struggles to match the allure of genuine leather. It is animal-friendly though, and affordable, which might be enough to sway some shoppers.
Thankfully Chinese Laundry doesn’t cut corners on the practical front. The Sydney is amply sized, with a large main compartment, secure zip pocket, and pair of gadget pouches. I wish Chinese Laundry had continued the zippered theme by offering one to close the bag, but the magnetic snap will do the job.
At $129, this shoulder bag is well priced for a bag with style and substance.
More Features of This Chinese Laundry Woven Shoulder Bag
- Fully lined interior
- A single shoulder strap with a 7 inch drop
- Measures 14 x 17.5 x 5.5 inches
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- More Chinese Laundry bags on BagBunch
- The Harveys Madison carryall bag, a great alternative to this black woven bag.
