This classic styled hobo from XOXO is ironically called the Perfectionist. It’s a funny title, as looking at it I get the feeling XOXO wasn’t trying very hard here.
All of the right elements are there. The clean crescent shape is traditional, even if its silhouette isn’t as slouchy as we’d expect. The matte colors are a welcome change of pace from XOXO’s traditional colored signature prints. Those patterns can make XOXO purses appear too juvenile for sophisticated tastes, so opting for a cleaner design seems like a good idea.
But it just doesn’t seem to work. While the use of colored panels overlaid against white synthetic could have looked modern, its execution seems a little awkward. Pyramid studs are right on trend, but the hardware appears tacked on here. It’s almost like a desperate attempt to appear fashion forward rather than a fully integrated design element.
This purse is quite practical though, with a spacious interior and secure zippered pocket. White sateen may not have been the smartest choice for a lining, as it’ll show ink stains and other marks before too long. But at least when the inevitable stains appear, we can zip up the top and forget about them.
This is a different look from XOXO, and one I’m not entirely sure works. But I have to admire the brand’s bravery, and its commitment to low prices. The Perfectionist retails for just $52.
More Features of This XOXO Studded Hobo
- A 16 inch shoulder strap
- Measures 12.25 x 9.75 x 3.75 inches
