It’s finally fall, which means two things: pumpkin spice lattes are now filling the air and secondly, and maybe most significantly, it is time to officially stock your closet with the newest leather goods. It seems that the Fall/Winter Ready-to-Wear collection has officially retired the slouchy, distressed, bohemian, tote bag for good. (Thank God!) The name “hobo bag” speaks for itself, and I assumed it was time to move on to a handbag that more closely resembles the modern fashionista’s life: chic and structured. Characterized by its unique trapezoidal shape, clean lines, and minimalist leather design, the Trapeze bag seems to actually appeal to that sentiment.
Trapeze bags have hit the runways this season and are sure to be the top purse trend for fall. Great houses like Celinè, Versace, Fendi, even Michael Kors have all presented their own trapezoidal treasures. The minimalist sophistication of this handbag is highly similar to the classic Hermès Kelly bag, named after the queen of her own class, Grace Kelly. This late 50s vibe is also epitomized by the Dolce & Gabbana Miss Sicily bag, which comes in a wide range of dazzling color combinations, in addition to Dior’s new Be-Dior bag, which features its iconic new campaign. Hunger Games star Jennifer Lawrence.
The lack of extraneous detail on these bags lends a refreshing sense of simplicity, which contrasts sharply with the tassels, fringes, and buttons previously rampant on the runway. What’s even better is that this oh-so-gorgeous handbag seamlessly transitions from your work outfit to your evening ensemble, all even without flinching. The sizes and colours of these Trapeze bags vary; each has its own unique touch from designer to designer. However, the new attractive geometric silhouette is a characteristic that is unquestionably shared between all of them.
While high-end designer handbags can cost around $3,500 and are available at luxury malls such as Barney’s, Saks, and Neiman Marcus, other contemporary, mid-priced stores such as Zara and ASOS have created bags in similar styles for under $200 apiece, in order to this fall is equally trendy for everybody.
Who says bags must be baggy? We could all use a little more structure in our lives, and incorporating a trapeze bag into your fall wardrobe is unquestionably a step in the right direction.