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!

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