The slouchy spirit tote bag: the must-have piece of the back-to-school season!
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Here we are, it’s time to put our summer tote bag away and replace it with our back-to-school bag! And, judging by the trends emerging, minimalism is being dethroned by more substantial pieces. Indeed, oversized styles are influencing leather goods this season and are inviting the return of the tote. This all-purpose handbag is back in our wardrobe, notably showcasing a slouchy bag silhouette. The tote is meant to be soft, a touch vintage, practical, and definitely trendy.
Is the tote signaling the end of the mini in 2024?
Although the mini has made its way into every corner of our wardrobe recently, trends seem to be reversing. After the oversized coat craze two years ago, it’s now leather goods that are thinking big. From Loewe to Louis Vuitton, including Balenciaga, The Row, or Miu Miu, all eyes are on the all-purpose bag.
This handbag that had been sidelined since our obsession with tiny models is regaining its flair this season. The tote has become the new muse piece for designers, who are embracing the challenge of blending practicality with aesthetics.
A busy side, the working girl seizes this model. Between work affairs, daily life, or for an impromptu getaway, it becomes a must-have for fashion shows and our wardrobe. And our little finger tells us it might just outshine our Birkin given the enthusiasm generated by pieces like the Loewe Puzzle bag or the Margaux bag from The Row.
What is a slouchy bag?
For several collections now, soft cuts have captivated once again. Gradually, fabrics and leathers have lost their rigidity to highlight their curves. From this, the term slouchy bag was born. To understand, it refers to a model that allows for creases and is not pulled taut.
We have seen a rise in these material games, particularly from the creative Spanish house Loewe with its Squeeze bag.
The slouchy bag continues to establish itself for the second half of 2024, with the new hour of glory that the tote is experiencing. The latter thus seizes this trend, all in softness, as well as that of the half-moon bag, to propose a trendy and oversized reinterpretation.
What style of tote to adopt?
Worn over the shoulder, classically or crossbody, the tote reveals this season various silhouettes to adapt to all styles.
In terms of color, the tote is primarily chosen in dark tones this season. The timeless black bag faces serious competition from models in burgundy, dark brown, or forest green.
We discover a certain attraction for leather pieces. These come in a smooth, textured, shiny, matte, or aged finish. Versions in suede are also among the sought-after pieces, alongside braided leather models. The latter play with a pronounced vintage aesthetic, in line with the burgundy shade of the season.
Similarly, a sewing detail is observed on certain creations, to give structure to the piece while maintaining a sober and minimalist look.
Furthermore, for a more streetwear vibe, some brands are reinterpreting the tote with fabrics, canvas, coated materials, polyamide, and more.
These material differences echo the differences in cuts. Notably, with the handle being longer or shorter. Thus, some pieces offer a quiet luxury style, while others nod to pieces from the 2000s or more urban inspirations.
Our selection of totes for this back-to-school season
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