Most of us would say there’s no place for children’s toys in the world of high fashion, but Italian designer Mariasole Cecchi would disagree. She’s just released Le Petit Joueurs, a range of high end purses decorated with Lego blocks!
The collection’s name means little players, a clever nod to its whimsical toy accents. The colorful toy blocks have been used cleverly to create fun patterns like a piano keyboard, bright leopard spots, and Piet Mondrian inspired geometric art.
While Lego blocks aren’t exactly luxurious accents, I can’t fault Mariasole Cecchi’s craftsmanship. Each bag is handcrafted from Italian suede, and equipped with several functional features. Each has a removable shoulder strap for easy carrying, a magnetic closure, and a zippered pocket and small tethered pouch tucked away inside.
I really like the kitsch appeal of Mariasole Cecchi’s collection, but I’m not sure I like it enough to spend $995 on the bags. That’s a whole lot of cash for something that’s a bit of a novelty. If your fashion sense is daring enough though, you can find the bags on Aha Life. Are you excited by these colorful and innovative retro purses, or do you think they’re merely child’s play?
