You know when a brand isn’t new but hasn’t quite been on your radar, and then one day you realize it is the brand you’re totally into it? That’s been happening to me with MCM recently, and it’s only gotten stronger. It’s not that I didn’t know about or like many MCM bags previously, but I really did a double take when I found the MCM Milla Tote (by the way, PurseBlog readers say it’s amazing, so if you want one, definitely get it). And before that, I came to really love the MCM logo bags as well. Part of it may be because MCM’s monogram is different from many of the other logos I see, or maybe it’s because I’ve felt such a strong pull toward Germany since I met and married Vlad (he grew up there)–either way, that it’s a company founded in Munich makes me like it that much more.
This year, MCM decided to launch a bag right before festival season hit that they believed would turn into one of the brand’s most sought-after styles. The MCM Rockstar Vanity Case made its debut at Coachella and is inspired by Rihanna’s vintage MCM Vanity Case, which she was spotted carrying frequently earlier this year. Since it’s launch, the new Rockstar Vanity Case has been spotted with celebs like Rihanna, Kylie Jenner, Kendall Jenner and Hailey Baldwin, to name a few.
The silhouette, while modernized, embodies a timeless MCM style from the archives, which is quite different from many of the bag shapes we see on store shelves today. It’s big enough to hold necessities, and the bag also sports an interior hidden pocket and ample space to fit your everyday needed items.
Available in MCM’s iconic Visetos coasted canvas in both Cognac and Black, the bag can be worn multiple ways with its removable crossbody strap. One thing I didn’t expect was 24 karat gold plated hardware, but this bag has it, and the price is really good. Also, don’t get me started on the charms—OBSESSED. Buy for $495 via MCM.
MCM Rockstar Vanity Case
$494 via MCM
I’m not a fan of MCM’s monogram, but surprisingly I like this bag in black. Cute shape and great size, and the price can’t be beat.
Love this bag!!! More MCM please
The brand did originate from Germany but is 100% owned by a Korean Company now with most stores in Korea and most bags made in Korea so I consider it a Korean brand.
I imagine that should not change anyone’s opinion about the brand though, just a piece of information.
I do know that, but the heritage is still German and see it that way!
Yup. Me and everyone I know associate the brand with Korea.
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It’s decent, in black. If I got the black one as I gift I wouldn’t return it, but I don’t think I’d buy it for myself.
Hi. I bought a Patricia bag in leather (cognac color, no logo) early in the spring. It is a tiny little saddlebag and I wear it crossbody. The clasp is very nice and well engineered. I love this bag. When the yellow Milla tote went on sale, my SA called to remind me that I loved it, but I decided not to take it.
MCM is a lovely iconic brand, but with the logos, I had never given it a second glance. When I saw the Patricia bag, it had to be mine. Megs is right, the logos are non obstrusive and come is delightful shapes and colors.
I cannot get into these bags… the monogram/logo and the pattern… I was at Neimen Marcus in KoP and saw the whole collection… None of it impressed me.
Nope.
I absolutely love my MCM liz tote, which is used for work daily. Nice alternative to the LV Neverfull which I like as well. I think that the MCM logo is very nice. But I like Logo’s. I don’t get some people reaction to Logo as inferior to non Logo, I like both. To each his own. Also it being a Korean Brand does not make it inferior. I know no one said it but it is implied. Also I was born in Germany.
It’s not that it’s inferior, it is that it changed in a showier direction for people who prefer their accessories more muted: brighter colors, painted decoration on top of the Visetos like LV, more studs and bling. American and South Korean pop stars are frequently gifted and endorse the line, so it has brought a new audience of younger consumers to want the brand.
Open it the wrong way and everything will fall out
I’d use it as a vanity case, not a handbag. Its very nice.
I have the MCM Liz tote and it’s actually really great. I don’t mind the logo, it’s really roomy and holds tons of stuff. I really like this bag too. Super adorable
Are your bags new?