As winter approaches, woolen handbags are coming back into vogue. However all too often knitted purses seem as stylish as Christmas themed sweaters. Thankfully Pilar Abril’s done it right with the Sixta satchel.
The secret is the conservative, complementary colors. The chunky cable knit body could have appeared homespun, but the matching synthetic trim dresses it up a bit. Leather would have been a better aesthetic choice, as this manmade skin has the telltale shine of cheaper materials. However, we’d have paid a premium for the genuine article, and when it’s used sparingly I’m not sure it’s worth the extra expense.
Drawstrings are never my favorite kind of closure, as they’re fiddly to use and not very secure. However the tie does give the Sixta a lovely relaxed silhouette. The interior also has a zippered pocket, so we can hide our most precious valuables away.
The strap is the perfect finishing touch. It’s long enough for easy carrying, wide enough to wear comfortably, and flat so it won’t slide off our shoulder. It looks pretty simple, but frankly we couldn’t ask for anything more.
That’s especially true for the price. At $84, you won’t mind putting this handbag away in the closet once winter leaves us again.
More Features of This Pilar Abril Knitted Satchel
- Logo print lining
- A single strap with a 10 inch drop
- Measures 11 x 13 x 6.5 inches
- Made in China
