My goal for 2011 is to reduce my collection to a more manageable size, eliminating redundancies while focusing on neutral colors and versatile styles that I can carry again and again.
Amidst that effort, I stumbled upon the Papier line and couldn't resist. The leather is so dense, soft, and crisp-looking! I tried on a few different styles at NM and began a mad search for the perfect Papier. I found it a few weeks ago, and I've managed to carry it almost every other day since.
Are there any other Papier fans out there? This style is the Kraft, which is very similar to a Maxi Twiggy. The handles and shoulder strap are more delicate-looking, but they are equally sturdy as you find on a Moto bag. One of my favorite features is the suede inner lining - complete with two cell phone pockets (the only thing that's really missing from the Moto line, in my opinion). The smooth calfskin has a great saturated color, and I feel like it has a more understated/conservative look that is perfect for carrying to the office. The tassles are cut short, for a more tailored look.
~ Excuse the messy hotel room photos - the only mirrors here are in the wash room ~
'11 Navy Papier Kraft:
Hanging on a chair, by the shoulder strap:
The handles are adjustable - I have them on the longest length and they are very comfortable for carrying both as a tote and a shoulder bag:
Amidst that effort, I stumbled upon the Papier line and couldn't resist. The leather is so dense, soft, and crisp-looking! I tried on a few different styles at NM and began a mad search for the perfect Papier. I found it a few weeks ago, and I've managed to carry it almost every other day since.
Are there any other Papier fans out there? This style is the Kraft, which is very similar to a Maxi Twiggy. The handles and shoulder strap are more delicate-looking, but they are equally sturdy as you find on a Moto bag. One of my favorite features is the suede inner lining - complete with two cell phone pockets (the only thing that's really missing from the Moto line, in my opinion). The smooth calfskin has a great saturated color, and I feel like it has a more understated/conservative look that is perfect for carrying to the office. The tassles are cut short, for a more tailored look.
~ Excuse the messy hotel room photos - the only mirrors here are in the wash room ~
'11 Navy Papier Kraft:
Hanging on a chair, by the shoulder strap:
The handles are adjustable - I have them on the longest length and they are very comfortable for carrying both as a tote and a shoulder bag: