For the last few seasons fringe has been absolutely everywhere. Like many trends, it started on the streets. Hipsters and modern hippies everywhere insitgated a return of the classic Minnetonka moccasin, and it took off from there. Well, it has finally made it to Fifth Avenue.
But this Jimmy Choo Sky Shoulder Bag takes everything you usually think of when you see suede fringe (70’s rockers, Pocahontas, to name a few) and turns it upside down. Not that the bohemian element is totally missing, it isn’t. It’s just been classed up considerably. And to be honest, I’m not sure that’s a good thing.
To make black leather and fringe palatable Uptown, the fringe has been cut much shorter than you see on boho styles. The problem is that is comes off looking kind of cheap, which the bag certainly isn’t, at $2,295 retail.
The shape of the bag is nice and simple, and the rolled leather handle is sleek and sturdy. I even like the hardware. I don’t particularly think that gold was the best choice, as it only enhances the sort of cheesy look of the bag, but in any case, it’s half obscured by the logo bracelet, anyhow.
I really want to like this upperclass take on edgy beatnik style, but I don’t. I just can’t get over the shoddy look of the material.
More Features Of The Jimmy Choo Sky Leather Shoulder Bag
- Fully lined in suede
- Internal zipped pocket
