A few times a year we cover designer bags under $1,000 and the main complaint I see with each of those posts is that the bags we are highlighting are not exactly bags, they’re glorified wallets with a chain. Prices of designer items continue to grow and many of us who are designer bag obsessed figure most bags are going to cost around $2,000, with many venturing into a much higher price bracket. These price tags are part of the reason more contemporary brands are able to not only emerge, but also flourish in this market.
I was browsing Gucci.com the other day and stumbled upon this beauty, a new rendition of the Gucci Marmont Shoulder Bag. Take a look at this version of a now house classic, reimagined for Spring 2020, with a playful take on the House’s iconic GG supreme print logo. The classic beige/ebony GG canvas is given the same diagonal matelassé technique other Marmont leather bags sport, and the bag is trimmed with black leather. There is, of course, the archival double G hardware from the 70s in the center of the bag as well.
This combination not only speaks to every popular bag trend of the moment (logo, vintage-vibe, compact), but also it fits the under $1,000 price category, which is hard to come by. This bag is also a fine size, with dimensions of 9.5″W x 5″H x 3″D. I’ve had a lot of luck fitting plenty of items in bags this size, and the adjustable chain shoulder strap which allows the bag to be worn crossbody is a major plus as well.
As for the rest of the details? The interior has an open pocket and microfiber lining to give a suede like finish. The zipped top closure runs the entire length of the top of the bag and goes down a bit on each side, allowing the bag to open wide to access your items inside. And the zipper pulls on the closures are long, which is a design detail but also makes for ease of grabbing to zip and unzip.
There is still the leather versions of this bag (as well as other versions like python), but this new canvas version is really wonderful and available with black or red leather trim. Price is $980 via Gucci.com.
Very cute bag! Glad to see more posts from you lately, Meg! I really enjoy your writing style 🙂
Thanks C, will be writing more!
Thanks C, will be writing more!
This bag would be a lot more attractive without the GG hardware. The GG canvas is enough!
The black leather accents are nice.
I completely agree! The giant gold GGs on top of the monogram just make it look cheap and gaudy.
I really don’t care for Gucci canvas that isn’t coated. It’s seems like it would get stained easily. Also, I think Marmont bags with only six inches of chain on each side of the handle look odd . Either the entire handle should be chain with a bit of leather at the shoulder or the entire handle should be leather.
I really don’t care for Gucci canvas that isn’t coated. It’s seems like it would get stained easily. Also, I think Marmont bags with only six inches of chain on each side of the handle look odd . Either the entire handle should be chain with a bit of leather at the shoulder or the entire handle should be leather.
I agree. I would like an all leather strap
Megs you are a great writer and I’m always excited to read your articles! You have a creative writing style that brings the subject to life and makes it more interesting! Secondly, this bag is perfection! The hardware is gorgeous, as usual, the stitched monogram gives the illusion of being 3D and the price is amazing! Thanks for this great find!
Thank you Candee! Trying to make more time to write for the site 🙂
And yes, it’s a truly stunning bag – simple, modern, with a touch of trendy!
Thank you Candee! Trying to make more time to write for the site 🙂
And yes, it’s a truly stunning bag – simple, modern, with a touch of trendy!
I think the bag is wonderful. This bag also holds a lot!