We all know Zac Posen would never lend his name to just any bag. So when I spotted this Zac Sac from the designer’s Z Spoke diffusion line, I knew it had to be something special.
What struck me at first was the quality of its materials. All too often designers sacrifice fabrics to keep their costs in these diffusion lines down, but I see no evidence of compromise here. Perhaps Posen might have chosen real reptile over embossed lambskin, but this material is so soft that it doesn’t feel like a sacrifice.
The Zac Sac is a much flirtier satchel than those we typically see. The soft knotted bows at each side are carefree and feminine, a great complement to the cute scalloped flap. And when we see that this bag is practical too, it’s so much the better.
We lift the flap to find a smart triple-compartment interior, which should be a breeze to organize. The space is lined in hardy faille and well appointed with leather trimmed pockets.
The only niggle is the short handle. This wrapped handle really matches the Zac Sac’s vintage vibe, but it’s not as practical as a shoulder strap would have been. This is a case where fashion has triumphed over function, which isn’t altogether a bad thing.
I’m not quite sure how Zac Posen’s shaved off the dollars, but he’s managed to see this satchel priced at just $525. That’s not exactly chump change, but it’s more than reasonable for such a stylish and substantial bag.
More Features of This Z Spoke Lambskin Satchel
- A kiss-lock closure
- A single handle with a 4 inch drop
- Measures 9 x 12.5 x 4.5 inches
- Made in China
