Bag Envy

image: neimanmarcus.com, style.com

Hi everyone, you guys know my love for Cambridge Satchel (on my previous posts here and here). But really, my adoration for the bag originated from Proenza Schouler. Proenza Schouler makes the "original" version of the bag. They are New York based designers (Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez), known for their fusion of modern craftsmanship & attention to detail (hardware, leather, etc). It's pretty modern contemporary pieces, using very fine, high quality leather. They launched their first handbag collection in 2008 (including the PS1) - this PS1 in medium (pictured above) really is "wearable luxury" that's become the brand's signature piece.

I have been drooling over the PS1 in medium for years - they come in classic colors, as well as fashion/season colors as well. But my favorite color by far is the lipstick red in calfskin leather with brass hardware. It's classy, can go with ANY outfit. This bag is fabulous because you can dress down as casual/chic OR dress up. You can also play with the handles a bit to wear it long as cross body OR tie the straps to give it an "evening" look. 

Until I can snag this bag, my Cambridge Satchel will suffice :)

cheers, julie

(aka cotton and sparkles, @cottonnsparkles)

 

P.S. To all the LA folks - stay cool in this crazy heat wave!