This is the precisely right time of year to usher in perforation. A strategic sprinkling of holes and cutouts gives you a sense of the lighter season, without plunging all the way into spring. Some of these are classic and some are more novel, but they have one thing in common (besides their airiness): they’re fresh all the same. That’s the beauty of perforation.
1. Chloé Drew Perforated Mini Shoulder Bag: The combination of punched-out leather, a petite scale, and in-your-face hardware makes for a winning contrast. At Saks Fifth Avenue for $1,990.
2. Pedro Garcia Perforated Tape Tote: Feeling sporty? Take this mesh-inspired yet supple leather number to the gym, beach, or carry it to hit the streets. On Shopbop for $750.
3. Dolce & Gabbana Perforated Textured-Leather Tote: Naturally, Dolce’s cross-hatched design offers a polished, ladylike take on both the casual tote and see-through motifs. At Saks Fifth Avenue for $1,995.
4. Jil Sander Open White Perforated Leather Satchel: Everything looks modern and just a bit uncommon when it’s done by Jil, and this gradient pattern of laser-cut dots is yet another case in point. On Forzieri for $2,005.
5. Alaïa Double Pocket Eyelet-Embellished Leather Shoulder Bag: Of course you can’t mention the word perforation without talking about Alaïa. What I love about this particular bag is how minimal and straightforward it is. On NET-A-PORTER for $3,720.