Jil Sander Fall 2011
Structured bags ruled supreme at Jil Sander, a noticeable juxtaposition to the deconstructed shapes and Warholian flashes of colors in the clothes. The bags and clutches, of which there were a smattering of, included stiff envelope handhelds and granny double-handled handbags that were in dark, muted colors that, to be honest, didn’t really pop. Architectural … Continue reading “Jil Sander Fall 2011”
Jil Sander Mini Madame Frame Shoulder Bag
Similar to the Madame Frame Top Handle but easier to use. The top handle is way ladylike and for dress up only. This shoulder bag with the same frame design is smaller and more casual because it allows more freedom than the strict crook of your arm use. You can use this for evenings, well, … Continue reading “Jil Sander Mini Madame Frame Shoulder Bag”
Jil Sander Contrast Fold Flap Small Leather Hobo: Don’t Judge a Bag by Its Cover
At first glance, this bag is like a modern day woman; chic, smooth, put together, and nonchalantly sexy. By day, it gets the job done, holds everything it needs to and serves for multiple purposes. It is a good size so you can fit everything you need on a daily basis, and it looks good … Continue reading “Jil Sander Contrast Fold Flap Small Leather Hobo: Don’t Judge a Bag by Its Cover”
Jil Sander Madame Frame Top Handle Bag
The 60’s aesthetics is my favorite trend of all time. Not only for the sleek and chic look but because women back then had real bodies, now all I need is a torpedo cone bra and this bag. Every time I say I hate something (conspicuous luggage tags) someone goes and proves me wrong. The … Continue reading “Jil Sander Madame Frame Top Handle Bag”
Jil Sander Spring 2011 Bags
It wasn’t just the proportions of his spring collection that Raf Simons played with at Jil Sander. The totes in the collection were, get this, based on ordinary, run-of-the-mill plastic grocery bags that, while we’ve certainly seen done over the years, seemed fresh and new under Simons’ watch. At quick glance they look like plastic; … Continue reading “Jil Sander Spring 2011 Bags”
Jil Sander Slouched Shoulder Bag
This is shockingly sloppy for a Jil Sander. Not at all what I expect from a brand that is built on clean lines and immaculate tailoring. Yes, I expect the tailoring to translate to the bags as well because to me there is a certain amount of clean tailoring to quality bags that make it … Continue reading “Jil Sander Slouched Shoulder Bag”