Donna Karan Jewelry Chandelier Leather Pouch Bag
Dec 1, 2009 / Posted in Handbags by Shannon Mahoney.Wowie zowie folks. This is a lot of bag for such a little bag. While my first reaction was, “this bag isn’t for me”, there is no doubt that this is actually a great statement piece if you have both the event and the funds for it. So instead of just moving onto the next bag, I decided that this is the kind of bag worth dissecting a bit. While your first instinct might say, “hot mess”, there is actually a bit of brilliance behind the Donna Karan Jewelry Chandelier Leather Pouch Bag.
This black leather drawstring pouch is adorned with metal chain and crystal embellishments throughout. Again, at first glance I was wondering what all that stuff was hanging off of the bag, but thanks to the zoom feature I was able to see an up close perspective. Actually, this is one of the few times the best way to discuss the detail is with a laundry list. This bag has a metal mesh trim with transparent crystal studs, silver and bronze tone metal chain fringe, multicolored Swarovski crystal-studded fringe, chain-trimmed paneling, a shoulder strap and a gunmetal chain handle which can be tucked inside the bag if you don’t want to use it.
But here is my question: even with all the embellishments and knowing that this could be a great investment piece, is it worth the hefty price tag? Buy through Net-a-Porter for $2295.
W-a-a-a-a-y too pricey, but extremely HOT. If someone gave it to me? I’d carry it every Saturday night!
That looks like a lightbulb! lol I think it is a “hot mess” and is not worth it! Especially for Donna Karan, I’d rather get another Chanel!
Ya, just too expensive.
I do fancy the shape of the bag, although I must admit the mass of chains do make the bag seem a little “cheap” which is ironic since the price tag is over 2K.
The bottom of the shape kind of reminds me of a wasp’s stinger, sort of elegant and lethal. I could live with chains on a cheapy bag for night out, but the draw string is something I will never remotely like.
Although I also find it strangely attractive, it looks a bit like a rugby ball with strings attached…
$2295 of this piece from a non-bag designer? What are they thinking?
ditto!
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It looks like something Stevie Nicks would carry!
First time I saw it I dismissed it, but now looking at it again it really would be a great statement bag for that right girl. The price is ruff, but swarvoski crystals do add lots of 0’s do the product.
I don’t really like it. Why is the bottom pointy?
It must weigh like 15lbs. I think it’s too much money for Donna Karan. I agree with the person who said they would just get another Chanel. Smart.
It looks like a handbag that you can get from Claire’s. For that price, I’d rather have a Chanel. This is Donna Karan’s feeble attempt at being edgy. She should definitely stick to what she knows which is classic American style.
Did anyone see it in this Months Marie Claire on SJP? …looks super hot! I like it!