So I live in Austin. And there’s a little college here in town by the name of the University of Texas. UT, if you will. The school’s colors are orange and white. You probably have never heard of it, it’s a small school. Anyhoo, I did not go to this school, however, whenever I look at this bag, I cannot help but see an orange sparkly “UT” on the front of this Marni bag.Embellished with sequins and beads, this frame bag is silk with a leather strap. I love anything sparkly, which is why this bag immediately caught my eye. But just like one of those Magic Eye pictures, or the illusion of the vase and the people kissing, once I saw the “UT” I could not stop seeing it, which makes this a really expensive college football accessory. At Net-a-Porter for $1260
This is Valentino’s big new bag, not big as in size but big as in their push to have an iconic piece. All I can think of is what late adopters they are to the stud trend. It’s like when your mother gets on a trend you know it is way past it’s prime. It’s the same feeling young folk have about their parents on Facebook. There is also another notable oddity, this is kinda just half a bag, the straps attach to a longer back side and the opening reminds me of a Murphy bed. It’s more of an insert for a much larger bag as perhaps, a filing system. I suppose the studs can easily be removed going forward but the design leaves me feeling empty and incomplete. But Valentino does have an older clientele (Rolling Stones fans who appreciate the has-been rocker look) so this might be a hit for them! At Saks Fifth Avenue for $1595 for the leather. Available in a big assortment of colors and skins.
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