Mini bags have been in the handbag spotlight for almost two years now, and we’re predicting that the handbag spectrum may be starting to sway toward the comeback of colossal bags soon. Just as I was ready to forgo the mini bag trend forever (I’m sure I’m not the only one who thought they were skipping it), Dior may be giving us all a reason to appreciate its beauty.
Dior’s Lady Dior is a brand classic that marries traditionalism and modernity. While I’ve always favored the regular and large versions of this bag, there was something about this particular Mini Lady that struck me. The color was exquisite, and it’s the perfect size to wear for special occasions or a night out, but that wasn’t why I instantly fell for this bag. It was the brand’s addition of the embellished handbag strap that really made me swoon.
Fendi lead the way for embellished bag straps and later Valentino, Gucci and countless others followed, but Dior’s crystal strap is different than any other currently available. For Summer 2016, the last collection overseen by Raf Simons, Dior debuted the most decadent and ladylike handbag strap any of us here at PurseBlog have ever seen. Reading about the collection a few months ago, I was instantly drawn to the floral motif and mesmerizing crystals of the wide shoulder strap. The juxtaposition of the Mini Lady with a wide strap were perfectly complementary–the bag’s small size allowed the visual focus to be on the embellishments.
Our job really comes full circle after we write about a bag we love in photos and then we see it for the first time in person. While carrying this beautiful Lady Bag for the first time, my admiration went from lust to love in a matter of seconds, and I think many will understand why!
I love the Lady Fior bag, but I can’t get past the functionality of the opening. The embellished strap is stunning. Now, that I would buy.
Absolutely Adorable.
I’m torn between this and a diorama. I can’t afford both ;0; so difficult. I am used to carrying totes and bigger bags, so the mini lady is a huge 180° turn for me… but I really like the diorama xD
I think the Diorama has some staying power while the Lady Dior is a tried and true classic, but ultimately you should get the bag you love the most.
I personally think that you should get the Lady Dior because it’s such a classic! Even after a few years, the Lady Dior will hold it’s value much better than the Diorama, which is not a classic/permanent Dior style. Either way, both of the bags are gorgeous so good luck on your decision!
Since I am on the shorter side, I love the mini bag trend. Bigger bags tend to eat my body and it doesn’t look good. The mini bag trend that every designer is into right now gives us, shorter girls, more choices.
I don’t own a micro or mini premier bag because I can’t justify spending so much on a tiny bag. However I think they are a great idea and should be here to stay. Today our essentials can be reduced to a device, a credit card and car keys. Too much to put in your pocket, too little for a regular size bag, so tiny bags are the perfect solution.
Regarding the Dior above, its beautiful but the strap looks WAY too wide and overpowers the delicate bag.
love love love