Valextra Namaste Big Hobo: Divine Intervention
The Valextra “Namaste” is one of my all-time favorite bags. Guess which bag I’ve been using non-stop this week? The beauty of its clean lines is absolute perfection and its functionality cannot be matched.
Fendi Selleria Braid Handle Hobo: A Breath of Fresh Summer Air
When the weather gets hot and heavy and the colors of the world get loud and intense I like my bags to be the calm, cool factor in an otherwise chaotic time. The Fendi Selleria braid handle hobo is a sweet summer treat that I could see myself toting all around town. Everyday summertime bags … Continue reading “Fendi Selleria Braid Handle Hobo: A Breath of Fresh Summer Air”
Givenchy “Nightingale” Messenger Hobo: None the Worse for Wear
So it looks nothing like the original “Nightingale” (unless I’m seriously missing something here), but who cares? I love it! And I suppose it does have similar logo tooling at the handles, though far more discreet than its showier sister. A big messenger will always have a place in my closet – even when it … Continue reading “Givenchy “Nightingale” Messenger Hobo: None the Worse for Wear”
Bottega Veneta Woven Perforated Shoulder Hobo: The Object of My Affection
Who knew the hobo would be one of Bottega’s most exciting styles to date? Not only is it inspiring a major shopping itch, I’d even go so far to say I’m in love. With ideal strap length and a dipped top, it’s so much easier to get on the shoulder than the classic “Veneta.” It … Continue reading “Bottega Veneta Woven Perforated Shoulder Hobo: The Object of My Affection”
Henry Beguelin Ruched Top Handle Hobo: My Hobo and Me
You can’t resist loving a good hobo bag. They are the easiest of all bag styles to tote around. They sit cozily at your side – there’s something comforting about the company, isn’t there? And it’s the ultimate in function. For all that easy function, the form can lean towards the repetitive side. How often … Continue reading “Henry Beguelin Ruched Top Handle Hobo: My Hobo and Me”
Miu Miu Hobo with Ostrich Flap: Elements of Style
A bag with so many components at play is not usually my thing, but Miu Miu‘s hobo has congruent, not opposing, elements that make it work together. Yes, there’s a lot going on: the woven handle plus a threaded handle, buckled strap, and an ostrich flap, to name a few. But instead of grating, the … Continue reading “Miu Miu Hobo with Ostrich Flap: Elements of Style”