This season, it’s all about ingenious handles, from Nina Ricci to Fendi. Don’t think kooky, clunky chains that have decidedly hands-off results; instead, think taking yours with a cool-looking twist that actually helps you out in the process. Fendi’s All the Way satchel features a pair of top handles that pull up easily for use; then also stay neatly down and out of the way, so you get a fully functioning shoulder bag without any annoying excess-handle encroachment.
Naturally, Fendi takes the effect all the way (no pun intended). By opting for colorblocked details – at once subtle and distinct – the multiple handles look perfectly purposeful. Each element, from the red zipper pull and coordinating ID-tag cover to the deep navy body to the straps of olive and brown, comes in its own personalized color. The result: an evolved daily bag with liveliness and character, sans drama. Fendi All the Way bag available for pre-order at Neiman Marcus for $1,900 (expect shipping by September 22nd).
Pair with: Now you need a fully evolved sandal. Nicholas Kirkwood’s strappy nude heels might hark back to more glamorous days, but thanks to the designer’s ahead-of-the-curve aesthetic, they look nothing but new. On NET-A-PORTER for $895.
