If you’re like me, you have only one thought when you hear the word “Alaïa” – Alicia Silverstone as Cher Horowitz, trying to explain to a mugger why she can’t lay down on the ground in the greatest movie of all time, Clueless.
“You don’t understand, this is an Alaïa.”
“An A-what-a?”
“It’s, like, a totally important designer!”
If you grew up in the 90s, movie quotes scarcely get more classic than that.
And that’s why, when I look at the Alaïa Perforated Leather Bag, all I can think is that it’s totally the opposite of a full-on Monet.
From far away, I couldn’t help but think, “So what? It’s just another perforated leather tote.” That opinion would be way harsh, Tai, because it’s so much more than just a hole-y leather bag when you get up close. The pattern that the perforations make is beautiful and fun to look at, plus the creamy leather interior is totally unexpected – I wouldn’t have guessed that there would be a color change at all. Maybe that Polonius guy made it happen.
Be careful, however – if you’re surfing the crimson wave or carrying other, uh, “personal items” in your purse, a bag that’s this obviously perforated likely isn’t for you. I’m not totally butt crazy in love with it, but you’ve got to appreciate this tote for what it is – and if you don’t, I’ve got a .45 and a shovel. I doubt anyone will miss you. Buy through Net-a-Porter for $2200.
I totally remember that line from Clueless ‘This is an Alaaaaaiiiia’. Loved it!! Also when her dad asks cher ‘what are you wearing?’ Cher goes “Its a dress daddy” and he goes “says who” and she says “Calvin Klein daddy”…. Classic!
That’s a REALLY hefty price tag for a bag like that. I figure my dollar could be stretched further on something with more value.
Haaaa, well played, Amanda!
Hilarious review. I think of Clueless when I hear Alia, too. I do like the way the perforation was executed, but I don’t love it either.
Great article! LOVE the movie…always will ;o)
My friends and I used to quote Clueless everyday and pretty much watch the movie everyday sometimes two to three times a day. We were obsessed with the movie. I still love to watch it, Paul Rudd was so cute and I wanted to be Cher with all her clothes especially her closet and then to date Paul Rudd sounds perfect to me. I love your post because it brought me back to the movie. The bag is incredible I am glad you posted this bag.
Thank you for the wonderful post! Now I have to go watch Clueless and listen to Billie Holiday. I love him.
they`re in this summer, but i`m not such a huge fan.
hahaha i truly do love your blogging.
clueless <3
too pricey and it's not for me but maybe someone else? (fb)
makes me want to watch the movie with a glass of wine and some burning cookie dough…lol
That is an exquisite pattern! Thanks for covering it.
The bag is expensive,
but your story is priceless!
I quite like the handbag. In particular with the little leather pouch that comes with it.
And sorry, I do not know the movie…. but now I am intrigued.
It’s a mid-90s teen movie, pretty hilarious. I’ve probably seen it two dozen times in my life. I even used to have it on VHS before DVD players got popular!
Omg, Clueless is the first thing I thought of when I saw the title for this post! It’s a classic.
That is sooo funny b/c as soon as I read the designer, b4 I read the rest of the post, my immediate thought was Cher from Clueless!!! “An A-whatta?!” LMAO
Yes! Clueless! I looove that movie!
My favorite quote from the movie was, “as if”. That never gets old.
I’m not to crazy about this bag.
OMG!!!!! I’m sooooooo love Clueless!!!!!!! Alicia’s my dream girl and Paul Rudd’s one of the cutest guy in this world. 🙂 Thanks for your post. 🙂 It really bring back my memory. 🙂 (And I have to admit I still watch this movie now and then. 🙂 )
perforated leather bags are super in this summer, and this one is a pretty neat selection 🙂
good job Amanda!!! LOL! clueless IS a classic!!!!