I was so intrigued by these ‘brown paper bags’ when I first spotted them on the Spring-Summer 2010 Womens Loewe presentation that I shot out emails left, right and centre asking the press office when it was making its debut in Singapore. Sure the idea wasn’t 100% original (Karl Lagerfeld first did something similar way back in S/S09), but the execution certainly was. Whereas Mr Lagerfeld chose to play on Chanel’s own paper bags, Stuart Vevers took it a step further and took generic brown paper bags for a completely new spin.
I had the pleasure of checking them out for myself last Thursday (yes they have arrived for sale in Singapore at Loewe Ngee Ann City), and boy did they take my breath away. Available in 3 different sizes, each bag is crafted with the finest calfskin, smooth to the touch and oh-so-supple. On the inside they’re fully functional, each equipped with its own interior zip pocket, as well as an additional leather flap that you could use to ‘cover’ the top of the bag.
At the end of the day, the bigger question is; would I spend SGD1990, SGD2490 and SGD2990 respectively for each bag? If I wanted a practical everyday bag then the answer would be no. But if I wanted a showpiece, a bag that’s set to be an ice-breaker and a true collector’s item then most definitely yes.
Image: Loewe
Actually, BREE has similar looking ‘paper bags; crafted out of leather & in a myriad of colours. I almost bought one during their moving-out-of-SG sale a couple of years back. More affordable too!
These look extremely luscious though!
Hi are there any good Loewe bags for men?
Wow! this is intriguing! I can’t wait to check it out in person! Thanks BB for the update! You’re the best!
The bags are quite funky, but I like the jacket more!
i think i like this better than the Chanel.
unless im a collector… otherwise… no way!
I’ve bought the 35′ one. It is gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous and I am so tempted to also get the smallest one for everyday practical use but that would be too indulgent!
You did? Already? Wow, send me a snapshot please?
i really thought they’re paper shopping bags, lol. i think i’d spend on the nude jacket if the price is right.
i like!!! first ever piece from loewe that i REALLY like. hmmm… it is really making me think of getting at least the smallest size…
Celine has similar shopping bags too!