Diane von Furstenberg makes chic boho pieces that city women covet. She always manages to strike an interesting balance between bold and elegant. This Marlene evening bag is proof of that balance in play.
There’s a lot of detail going on here, and usually I would find such an overwrought approach a little mystifying, but on this bag, it really seems to be working out. The smooth leather bag is overlaid with barkfish paneling, which gives it an earthy flair. Then, there’s the hammered silver hardware. The small dents in the silver up against the larger barkfish scales create a beautiful textural balance.
You might think that adding a studded shoulder strap to this whole multi-layered affair would be too much, but it really comes together well. Perhaps that’s because the black and silver color palette is consistent and cohesive, but also because the textures meld together in a delightful manner.
And at $695, the Marlene is extremely well-priced for a designer evening option. It isn’t exactly cheap, but for materials and craftsmanship of this quality, it’s definitely reasonable.
More Features Of The Diane von Furstenberg Marlene Evening Shoulder Bag
- 11″ x 7″ x 1″ size
- 10″ handle drop
- Zipped internal pocket
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