Why This Luxury Bag Is The Carryall Essential Again

Sitting pretty with a bag I'm loving again

What is even more satisfying than waiting for a much loved style to circle back around is to lean into your own nostalgia- no trends list required. While revisiting my closet for some lesser worn pieces to rework into my autumn/winter wardrobe, I rediscovered this beauty of a bag — quietly waiting in the back, yet utterly striking. The soft leather texture, the polished detailing, the space — everything this bag is just hit me all at once. In that moment, I knew I was ready to switch up the micro bag era I had leaned into so hard in recent years. This is a return to practicality, to presence, and to the unapologetic joy of carrying something generous — in form and in mood.

I will be taking my oversized style oxblood distressed leather bag everywhere this autumn/winter season in the Southern Hemisphere. It has a gold accent bracelet handle and clasp closure. It has one main compartment, and a generous singular inner zip.

It has a detachable long flat crossbody strap which makes it versatile. Its lack of rigid structure is such a plus for this silhouette. It’s large enough to contain a whole world of essentials and charming items. I can stash away a knit top or any small layered item that may need to be stashed away when flushed cheeks from a sudden temperature rise occur.

The true soft power of this older MIU MIU bag and my renewed obsession with it is summed up in these 3 things that made this style investment worth it and still serving:

1. The tension of luxury and character — exposed contrast stitching on soft leather is perfection and makes it standout in the best way

   
   

2. The play of contrasts with the vintage-inspired metal frame at the opening vs the unstructured silhouette of the bag feels intentional and is so elegant

   
   

3. The enduring design and colour palette are timeless setting it apart from any trend cycle

This season I am carrying this bag on repeat!