Want it: PLIA Designs New Small Handbag

I’ve been on a PLIA Designs kick for quite some time, and just as I thought my obsession begins to subside, I found a bag that makes it flare back up. I’ve gone back and forth trying to decide if I like the PLIA Designs small Reid satchel in Jester, which is the most recent hit from the brand, and I have finally decided I want it.

With the shape of the bag matching the original Reid Satchel that we all know, the small Reid is just like its name.  It’s a smaller design of the original silhouette that is now beloved by many.  It’s the sort of design and shape that becomes a classic over time much like Hermes famous Birkin.  Even though less in size, it has the same roomy interior with the bottom sewn down and lots of pockets that we have come to expect.  When you close the bag up, the shape remains the same.  The front straps are snugger than the original size and I really like that.

This exact version of the bag is the one I find myself wanting this Monday. The supple calf hot pink leather is offset with black leather on the front flap, handles, and piping.  We all know PLIA Designs bags have their trim take center stage. The black keeps this bag fashionable and wearable while the bright pink body helps this bag jump out and grab attention. I am all for attention-grabbing accessories, and this bag will do just that. Price is around $310. I shop for my PLIA Designs bags with the lovely folks at PLIA Designs (ask for Sophie and tell her Lauren

sent you!)

And now that I have introduced the colors of the bag, let’s specifically talk about the PINK body.  It’s bold.  It’s audacious.  And it possibly may be an annoying shade of pink to many.  But I do know there are many fashionistas who would take the risk with this bag and I can see why.  Though it may be incredibly bright, it has a fun and whimsical energy to it.  It’s not everyday a designer goes outside the confines of muted colors to craft a designer handbag like this.  If you are still a little scared of the brightness yet find yourself loving it at the same time, remember you can pair it with a very laid back color palette so that the bag is the main show.  It’s not the sort of handbag that needs to compete with many colors.  If you wear this designer handbag with too many colors, it will come across like a crazy carnival exploded.

I adore the sleekness and glazed finish of the leather, and while the bag is a smaller update of the first Reid satchel, it remains close to the original. I continue to lean towards satchels new go-to.  Both of the Reid satchels have detachable cross body straps.

This bag speaks to me on many levels and I want nothing more than to add it to my collection and make a special place for PLIA Designs in my closet.  Between the structure, the different combinations of materials and the shape, I really think this PLIA Designs handbag is a great staple for fall and winter.http://www.pliadesigns.com