Albert Chu applies the design logic he learned working as an architect to his unusual and functional new handbag label, Otaat.
Otaat has four handbags in all, each with their own unique and practical quirks. There’s the Oak bag pictured, which is designed like a log carrier for easy access to bulky folders and textbooks. After hearing of his sister’s struggles to shop with a baby on her hip, Chu created the Bagby, which is easy to carry with just one arm free. The Fo Bag is a unique take on the classic drawstring purse, with ripstop nylon flaps holding items in place. And finally there’s the bi-valve styled Tu Bag, which can be folded over for a new compact look.
Otaat bags are available from $80 from the label’s website. Those prices might seem high for plain white bags that aren’t very fashion forward, but as each one is hand-sewn and unlike anything else on the market I think they’re very reasonable.
