So far, I have been totally in love with every single bag in the new Marc Jacobs Collection for Summer. The theme of the season is something like “uptown girl on safari”. The combinations of unusual colors and textures have been ingenious and perfect.
But, honestly, I’m not loving this one. Wait. That’s not exactly true. I love it for Grace Jones in a Kamali silk pantsuit in 1983, but other than that, it just seems a little costume-y.
That being said, there are a lot of things that I do like about the bag. The simple drawstring shape is the perfect choice for showcasing a fabulous exotic material. And the material is, indeed, fabulous, a luxurious calf hair printed with zebra stripes as bold and striking as I have ever seen. And the tassels are a lovely touch of color against the fabric.
So, what is it that I don’t like? Well, for one thing, I just don’t think a drawstring pouch is the most durable or practical choice for most women everyday. They shapelessness can be intriguing, but in my experience, it’s really hard to stay organized in a handbag with no shape. And I also don’t love the strap. I mean, the balance between the hugeness of the bag and the slimness of the strap looks lovely, but who wants to carry that scrawny scrap of a strap around when the pouch is heavy and full? Not me.
So, on the one hand, I really like the look of the bag, but I just don’t see it working out for many women.
More Features Of The Marc Jacobs Safari Drawstring Shoulder Bag
- 13.5″ x 9.5″ x 2.5″ size
- Blue leather lining
- Made In Italy
