There’s not a hint of tie dye to be seen in this unusually conservative Madison Hippie shoulder bag from Coach.
I’m not quite sure what inspired the name, as this bag doesn’t appear to be rebelling against the man in the slightest. But I do like the quiet, classic looks of this pale apricot purse. There are just a few gentle pleats along the top and a shiny Coach nameplate to interrupt the light pebble leather. Some folks may find it boring, but it’d be ideal for lunches at the country club and business meetings with new clients.
Its style is reserved, but it’ll work harder than you might expect. The interior is spacious and packed with pockets. Most days the regular handle should suffice, but if you’ve got some errands planned I’d attach the longer cross-body strap.
The pastel apricot color is what’s drawn me to this bag, but I’m not sure how it’ll stack up to everyday use. Make sure you handle it with care to avoid it aging prematurely. So long as you can keep it clean, the $249 price tag seems very reasonable.
More Features of This Coach Convertible Shoulder Bag
- Brass-toned hardware
- Top magnetic closure
- Fabric lined interior
- A zip pocket and two slip pockets inside
- A single shoulder strap with a 6 inch drop
- A 37.5 inch detachable strap with an 18 inch drop
- Measures 12 x 11 x 4 inches
