As we all embrace spring, fashion commentators are looking forward to what’s ahead. That includes purses like this Fendi Crocodile Clutch which Style.com named the best bag of the season.
That’s some honor, and one which has left some fashionistas scratching their heads. While the exotic evening purse is striking, it’s hardly practical. While that’s not always a prerequisite for our fashion purchases, we probably expect some functionality from an item named the best in its field.
It’s also arguable that a purse topping any seasonal top 10 list should represent that season’s trends. This clutch is lovely but it’s hardly illustrative of fall style.
Personally I expect a little controversy in any countdown. It’s what gets people talking, and on that score Style.com has been successful. The crowning of Fendi’s crocodile clutch isn’t completely outrageous, but it’s also surprising. Personally I think the larger Dries van Noten crocodile clutch that nabbed the number three spot, with its seasonal earthy hues, is more deserving of the title. That gorgeous mustard colored serpentine satchel from The Row, Style.com’s number five bag, is also a worthy contender.
But fashion is such a subjective subject that any list like this will never please anyone. What’s your favorite bag of fall 2012?
