Celine Le 16 Bag by Hedi Slimane
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I think Angelina styles the bag well and doesn’t make it look mature or stuffy. She’s wearing the structured bag with loose fitting trousers and a simple tshirt, really balances the look and makes it look more edgy and cool.
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You are calling it "The New Classic", is that a personal opinion/reflection or do "they" (Celine/Media?) actually call it that?
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My personal view of the bag is that it is indeed classic looking and I do like it. Although I am a huge fan of Phoebe Philos designs, I do appreciate some of Hedi’s new designs.
not me it was a quote/caption from the Instagram that I took the photo from, instagram @mariastorehr . So to answer your question not “me” but “they”.
My personal view of the bag is that it is indeed classic looking and I do like it. Although I am a huge fan of Phoebe Philos designs, I do appreciate some of Hedi’s new designs.
Totally agree! Angelina Jolie styles the bag much better. Lady Gaga actually turned me off the bag initially because of the dramatic way she was showcasing the bag. It felt like she was not wearing the bag but rather showing it off.
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not me it was a quote/caption from the Instagram that I took the photo from, instagram @mariastorehr . So to answer your question not “me” but “they”.
My personal view of the bag is that it is indeed classic looking and I do like it. Although I am a huge fan of Phoebe Philos designs, I do appreciate some of Hedi’s new designs.
Okey, I see, thanks for explaining!
It is going to be really interesting to see what place this bag will have in the "purse world" moving forward, whether it will be thought of as a classic or not. I mean, Phoebe, as loved as she was for her designs, left some big shoes to fill so it's no wonder that Slimane, with his "rebel" first designs, never got a very warm welcome, at least not outside of Asia(?). I think it might have been the wrong time and place for this bag to be released, it would have been interesting to see how it would have been received in another universe where the game had played out differently, it is not my most favourite bag personally, but I think it is possible that it might have had gotten more appreciation if it had been released while Hedi was at YSL for example. I don't think it could have competed with the luggage tote and Belt bag, etc, at least not with the Celine audience, but maybe it could have been YSL's next "Sac du jour" compeer.
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I don’t think there are many bags that remain long term classics anymore. There is always newer, fresher designs that are released. Even Chanel bags are extremely trendy these days apart from the classic flap bags. Only Hermes Birkins and Kelly bags have longevity. A lot of Phoebe Philos designs are now dated including the Celine Luggage bags, Phantom bags, trapeze bags and tri coloured etc. All these bags I own and do find them very dated now.Okey, I see, thanks for explaining!
I think in terms of silhouette this Le 16 bag has a very classic shape, it is not offensive or trendy in design. I think people should get what they love and enjoy. I must admit this bag wasn’t love at first sight for me, but after seeing Angelina Jolie wear it in a carefree manner I truly love it. I also have seen it in person and it’s beautifully made, especially in smooth leather. I know it’s an unpopular view here to like Hedi’s designs, but this is very chic to me.