I don't know if it has to do with all the cute girls with a bohemian bent at Coachella, or the fact that it reached a sunny 75 degrees in NYC this weekend causing me to break out my floor-length Vena Cava maxi-dress for the first time in seven months, but I've recently started pondering what bag I'll be carrying this season in the sweltering days of summer.
I don't know about anyone else, but after this long and record-breakingly depressing winter (between the tanking economy and frigid weather, it's a miracle we all got out alive), I'm ready for a summer 'o fun filled with lazy days in the park, beach weekends, icy, fruity alcoholic beverages, outdoor concerts, and many boho ensembles inspired by the Summer of Love. What can I say? I'm in the mood.
Thus, my bag aesthetic of choice is leaning towards the long-strapped, crosss-body shapes that go perfectly with baggy boyfriend jeans, long vests, and the aforementioned floral maxi dresses. Here, my top picks for the elusive summer bag--one that you can tote to work and then sling across your chest for an impromptu concert in the park. I'm feeling a memorable summer coming on. What about you?
Clockwise from left to right: Antik Batik small brea bag, $276, at lagarconne.com; Marc Jacobs Memphis Robert Debbie bag, $995, at barneys.com; Genevieve Jones Kate fringe bag, $938, at Beyond 7, call 646-619-6857 for more info; Tila March pouch bag in suede, $532, at colette.fr
