If Reed Krakoff’s name is familiar, but you can’t quite place it, it’s because he’s been behind the scenes for a while. Okay, well, not exactly behind the scenes, as he was the creative director at Coach that basically rescued the company and made it into the big name brand it is today. The clean, versatile design of this Laced Cadet bag shows that he can make great designs all by himself, and at a much higher quality than his former employer ever used.
Because this bag is so minimal, it’s important to look really closely at the details, like the quality of the texture and the intricate seam detail. The black pebbled leather is sumptuous and soft. It has a barely textured look and feel that is unique. The whipstitching on the top leather handle is thicker than you usually see, which makes the weaving look almost like studding. This is a slightly edgy detail on an otherwise very pared down bag.
The shape is ideal, as far as I’m concerned. It has a slouchy attitude, but a flat bottom and sides that gives it the tiniest bit of structure. The top zipper opens onto an ample interior that has no organizational divisions save a small zipper pocket. Ordinarily, I might not like such a large bag to be so unstructured on the interior, but in this shape, I think it makes sense. There’s plenty of room to shove all your office essentials inside, if you’d like, or a whole weekend’s worth of clothes.
At $990, the Laced Cadet is well worth the price. Its timeless appeal, minimal look, and versatility ensure that you’ll love it for years to come.
More Features Of The Reed Krakoff Laced Cadet Leather Shoulder Bag
- 19″ x 15″ x 6″ size
- 21″ strap drop
- Detachable, adjustable additional strap
- Fully lined in grey fabric
