Sometimes an unhesitant way with proportion play is enough to make a relatively simple crossbody bag feel extraordinary. Stella McCartney’s alarmingly oversized buckle may seem like a bit much at first, but trust me: it will grow on you. And in time, you’ll be seeing it on everyone.
The Ciel Buckle bag comes in the perfect size for effortless days. With a separate, narrow compartment stored right under the flap, as well as a slide pocket that’s perfect for storing your phone in the back (sometimes you want your phone tucked safely inside your bag, and other times you need instant access, via a back pocket), it has your convenience in mind. Stella’s “Eco Alter Nappa” is as good as faux leather gets, so good I don’t mind the real leather-level price, and I love this shade of cool, washed-out blue. It reads as light blue, off-white, or pale gray, depending on what you wear with it. This mini bag has the versatility of a chameleon with major personality. Stella McCartney bag on MATCHESFASHION.com for $1,135.
Wear with: Days of ease demand a fuss-free lip balm so you don’t have to worry about touch-ups. Stash By Terry’s Hyaluronic Sheer Nude Hydra-Balm lipstick in Bare Balm in your new bag. At Barneys New York for $36.
