PHOTO COURTESY OF POLÈNE PARIS
Fashion brands worldwide are gradually unveiling their creations for the Lunar New Year, and Polène is no exception. The French fashion brand's exclusive for the festive season even comes in a perfect shade of red. The Lopio in Garnet functions much like a bucket bag but features a unique lantern-inspired silhouette.
Quite the masterpiece, it takes 12 leather panels, one to represent each zodiac sign, to make up the celestial sphere. Delicately linked by leather cords, the panels overlap to create an accordion-like effect. For this special occasion, the Polène logo also takes on a graceful form to represent the Year of the Snake. It’s embossed on the base, keeping in tune with the brand’s discreet and minimalist aesthetic.
Measuring 31 cm wide and 17.5 cm high, the Lopio is a versatile size for your daily essentials. In fact, it will hold red packets and even two mandarin oranges when you’re doing your Lunar New Year rounds. If you need to adjust the bag’s shape, simply cinch or loosen the drawstrings on both sides.
Each bag comes with another surprise: a pull-out pouch crafted from the same Spanish full-grain textured leather. Currently available in a single size and colour, the Lopio is going for USD690 at Polène’s online store.
