Jessica Simpson seems to be trying to channel Manhattan’s trendy Tribeca region with this duffel sharing its name. However this handbag still seems more country bumpkin than big city beauty.
The problem is that this duffel tries too hard to be a fashion rebel. Its large looped buckles definitely draw attention, but I’m not sure it’s the right kind. Frankly I think they look a bit messy, especially on a relatively small canvas. That’s even more pronounced on the stone printed snakeskin bag, where the mottled python print further muddies the look.
While some finishes are more successful than others, I have to admire Jessica Simpson for offering choice. If the heavily marked stone snake isn’t to your taste, you might prefer the plain black anaconda embossing. There’s also pebbled leatherette in black, white, and brown.
Personally I think this blue denim is the pick of them though. Try as you might, it’s hard to make a man made skin seem stylish for less than $100. It’s always just a bit too shiny and thin to really impress. By not pretending to be anything that it’s not, the denim version appears much richer than its sisters.
If you like the look, you’re not going to be disappointed by the Tribeca’s features. It’s not especially large, but it should have enough space to hold everything you really need on an average day out. Organizer pockets in the side walls are also on hand to help you keep your necessary items in order. And remember, there are also those gusseted pockets at the sides for those goodies you need on hand.
The Tribeca isn’t Jessica Simpson’s best bag, but at an affordable $88 it’s still a very tempting proposition.
More Features of This Jessica Simpson Denim Duffel
- Top zip closure
- Fully lined interior
- Dual handles
- Measures 13 x 4.5 x 8 inches
