Woven leather is effortlessly chic, which may be why everyone from high-end designers Bottega Veneta to cheap and cheerful brands like Aldo have gotten in on the act. Somewhere in the middle of these extremes comes Francesco Biasia’s Caroline satchel.
At first glance, I didn’t realize the Caroline was woven at all. My eye was instantly drawn to the dramatic black and white stripes, so it wasn’t until I looked closer that I saw the subtle micro-weave texture. The small weave is so elegant, adding depth without cluttering the design with large diamonds. It’s a good thing too, because those stripes receive enough competition from the belted accent up top.
The modern styling is a winner, but Francesco Biasia has never been a designer to sell us mere looks. Inside we see an interior which is more cleverly organized than most. The large zippered compartment in the center is the key, dividing this roomy space into three separate sections. It doesn’t stop there, with slip and zip pouches built into the sides to carry your loose change and girly gadgets.
Fans of the brand may be a little disappointed to see the $750 price tag, which is significantly larger than we expect from the label. Yet when you stop to consider the craftsmanship here, I think it helps to justify the splurge.
More Features of This Francesco Biasia Woven Satchel
- Made of Italian calf leather
- A magnetic closure
- Silver hardware
- Dual shoulder straps with an 8 inch drop
- Measures 13.5 x 10 x 5 inches
- Comes with a dust bag
