are tapestry bags synonymous with high fashion?

created on Aug 11, ‵08
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Mary Poppins’ tapestry bag worked wonders for her, but does it make magic for the rest of us? Gucci seems to think it does. They are featuring tapestry bags in their Fall accessories collection. Does the fact that Gucci deems them fashionable actually mean they are? Are you more likely to embrace it, because they designed it? To be honest, I took a longer look at it primarily because Gucci designed it. I would never have considered a tapestry bag before, but I actually think there are certain styles that can pull it off. I can see it on a woman who is a bit of a gypsy, free in style and spirit. She has great appreciation for an artisan’s work, and loves to acquire pieces that speak to a persons craft. While the bag may not be for me, on the right person it could work Mary Poppins style magic. If you don’t have a Gucci sized budget, we found a few at lower price points. Good Luck!

a tapestry of observations:

clockwise:

  • ‘Classic’ in taupe @ Carpet Bags
  • Artisanstreet European carpet bag @ Shopping.com
  • Euro ‘Gladstone’ bag in mulberry @ Carpet Bags
  • ‘Henry’ bag @ Carpet Bags



    • middle:

  • Gucci ‘Hysteria’ tote @ Neiman Marcus


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    • http://unlikelyhousewife.blogspot.com Elisa

      Unless they make one that is bottomless like Mary Poppins’, I would never consider buying a tapestry bag – it really looks like they are made out of a carpet. And I don’t even like that style on my floors.

      Elisas last blog post..The road to mess is paved with good intentions

    • http://unlikelyhousewife.blogspot.com Elisa

      Unless they make one that is bottomless like Mary Poppins’, I would never consider buying a tapestry bag – it really looks like they are made out of a carpet. And I don’t even like that style on my floors.

      Elisas last blog post..The road to mess is paved with good intentions

    • http://unlikelyhousewife.blogspot.com Elisa

      Unless they make one that is bottomless like Mary Poppins’, I would never consider buying a tapestry bag – it really looks like they are made out of a carpet. And I don’t even like that style on my floors.

      Elisas last blog post..The road to mess is paved with good intentions

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      I must admit … I agree! I’m trying to see it from a different point of view (stylistically) but ….

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      I must admit … I agree! I’m trying to see it from a different point of view (stylistically) but ….

    • http://www.giftgirl.com Jean Vouté Pratt

      I must admit … I agree! I’m trying to see it from a different point of view (stylistically) but ….

    • Barchbo

      Okay, I would totally carry one if it were hugely oversized and it went with my outfit. This is kind of “me”. I would wear it with my shrunken brown velvet jacket, flowy silk cami, skinny jeans, chocolate stiletto heels/boots, and some chunky gold jewelry with my huge cranberry carpet bag. Very everyday.

      Not that I am giving up my Erotokritos bag or vintage Gucci tote anytime soon, but…it’s a great way to be “fall” without sweltering.

    • Barchbo

      Okay, I would totally carry one if it were hugely oversized and it went with my outfit. This is kind of “me”. I would wear it with my shrunken brown velvet jacket, flowy silk cami, skinny jeans, chocolate stiletto heels/boots, and some chunky gold jewelry with my huge cranberry carpet bag. Very everyday.

      Not that I am giving up my Erotokritos bag or vintage Gucci tote anytime soon, but…it’s a great way to be “fall” without sweltering.

    • Barchbo

      Okay, I would totally carry one if it were hugely oversized and it went with my outfit. This is kind of “me”. I would wear it with my shrunken brown velvet jacket, flowy silk cami, skinny jeans, chocolate stiletto heels/boots, and some chunky gold jewelry with my huge cranberry carpet bag. Very everyday.

      Not that I am giving up my Erotokritos bag or vintage Gucci tote anytime soon, but…it’s a great way to be “fall” without sweltering.

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Barchbo, Love the outfit you just described. See… that’s how to carry it!

    • http://styleobserver.com Jean V. Pratt

      Barchbo, Love the outfit you just described. See… that’s how to carry it!

    • http://www.giftgirl.com Jean Voute Pratt

      Barchbo, Love the outfit you just described. See… that’s how to carry it!

    • http://fashionhobo.com Les

      mixed feelings about the Gucci collection…

      Less last blog post..Gucci’s Autumn/Winter 08 Vision: Mixed Feelings

    • http://fashionhobo.com Les

      mixed feelings about the Gucci collection…

      Less last blog post..Gucci’s Autumn/Winter 08 Vision: Mixed Feelings

    • http://fashionhobo.com Les

      mixed feelings about the Gucci collection…

      Less last blog post..Gucci’s Autumn/Winter 08 Vision: Mixed Feelings

    • Lora

      I own a vintage 1960's tapestry purse and I just love it! I think they can be extremely fashionable.

      Seriously though, these fashion rules really don't exist. Just because the fashion gods have said one thing doesn't mean its really true. Reality is, its only considered fashionable because somebody said it is and we decide to agree with them. It is just as easy to not agree.

      So who cares – wear what you want and love it!

    • http://www.only-designer-handbags.com/index.html Raffaella

      I love Gucci Tapestry Hysteria tote!This bag that doesn't need any design gimmick, intricate logo, or heavy hardware to make it stand out.

    • http://www.only-designer-handbags.com/index.html Raffaella

      I love Gucci Tapestry Hysteria tote!This bag that doesn't need any design gimmick, intricate logo, or heavy hardware to make it stand out.

    • http://www.only-designer-handbags.com/index.html Raffaella

      I love Gucci Tapestry Hysteria tote!This bag that doesn’t need any design gimmick, intricate logo, or heavy hardware to make it stand out.

    • http://www.only-designer-handbags.com/index.html Raffaella

      I love Gucci Tapestry Hysteria tote!This bag that doesn't need any design gimmick, intricate logo, or heavy hardware to make it stand out.

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