but as much as i adore the totes, the crossbodies, the satchels, the reliable hobos, the classic shoulder bags, i've never really been tempted by the "IT" bag. the celine winged tote? chic and modern, definitely. but i wasn't bitten by the 'gotta have it' bug. the chanel 2.55? i mean, i wouldnt refuse it if you were compelled to gift me one, but that's about as far as my interest goes.
ultimately, while ive appreciated the coveted status these silhouettes achieve and find it fascinating how a cult following is so quickly acquired, ive always been drawn to one thing and one thing alone when it comes to desiring a bag, and that is: have i seen it on anyone else?
that's probably why i've never been especially compelled to splurge on an "IT" bag, because, well, soon enough, it really will be everywhere.
ill get off my soapbox now and get to the point of this post, which is, i've officially stumbled across an "IT" bag that actually is IT for me:
Lanvin's pre-Fall Sugar bag. please join me in some ooh-ing and ahh-ing.
and the bold red version on diane kruger is too perfect for spring/summer, right?
so what is it about this bag in particular? besides reminding me of the envelope clutch's cool big sister, i love the mix of leather and chain for the shoulder strap, i'm a sucker for quilted texture and contrary to all sorts of bags that are marketed as "day-to-night" styles, this is a silhouette that i really can see transitioning so seamlessly. plus, while it's undeniably sophisticated, there's nothing loud about it.
at this point, i'm just trying to see if i sing its praises enough, will one fall from the sky and into my lap? here's hoping
