There’s nothing like a good peek-a-boo bag for summer. Suddenly, you’re showing a bit more skin, and it feels right that your bag gets in on the airy, revealing action, too. But like with your sundress and shorts, you don’t want to show too much. The best bags merely hint at being bare, without giving it all away.
Helmut Lang has gotten the balance right. Not only is this easy tote an instant must in every Snob’s life, this one has an additional feature that most shoppers lack: double handles, one for the hands and a second set for your shoulder. This awesome option solves a myriad of problems and allows for total versatility. (Like now you can load your tote up without killing your back by carrying it on one shoulder or you can keep your hands free when you need to shuffle through the sales rack like pro.)
The unused strap dangles decoratively and unobtrusively; this design has been thoroughly thought-out. Such a clean tote (it’s really all about the juxtaposing textures) allows for something to be added without clutter. But it’s the price that really sells it. Your cost per use for this comes out to, like, nothing. This isn’t only a year-round bag, it’s got longevity – what’s more of a staple than a north-south shopper? Helmut Lang tote at Barneys New York for $795.
Pair with: Think of Givenchy’s sporty plastic and leather sandals as a Snobby, grownup version of your prized childhood jellies. The sheer orange hue is like a shot of Vitamin D, no sun required. On NET-A-PORTER for $1,095.
