Usually, I can count on Italy to give me at least one collection of handbags per season that hits me right in the heart. The Italians know their leather, and their Fashion Week is stocked with brands as well known for their bags as they are for anything. This time around, though, Milan Fashion Week Spring 2014 felt at times more like it was revisiting its greatest hits than charting new territory. I saw some new versions of existing bags that I loved, but I never got that new thing that flooded my brain with serotonin.
That’s not to say that there weren’t some accessories highlights – in fact, they were abundant. The new versions of the Fendi 2Jours were excellent, and the Prada face-painted bags are sure to become collectors’ items. Beyond that, there were lovely exotics in light colors galore, from Ferragamo to Versace. Even if the season wasn’t fully satisfying, there was plenty to love. Check out our picks for the best of the season below.
[Images via Vogue.com]
Roberto Cavalli
Moschino
MaxMara
Etro
Versace
Gucci
Armani
Fendi
Bottega Veneta
Dolce & Gabbana
Marni
Usually I can rely on Italy to give me a handbag collection that hits me right in the heart, but I’m not sure we got that this time around at Milan Fashion Week Spring 2014.