FALABELLA
I've always been curious about Stella McCartney's bags -- and in particular, the materials she uses. As you may know, McCartney is a dedicated vegetarian and does not use leather or fur in any of her designs. While her iconic Falabella bag photographs beautifully, I had questions. What is the quality of this faux leather like? And is it worth its designer price tag?
I was so pleasantly surprised to see my friend Lissy carry this bag (in the tote version) on her blog recently. It looked beautiful on her, and when I asked about the feel of the faux leather, she said it was super soft and felt more like suede.
The Bag Gods must have been smiling upon me, because the very next day Rue La La had a Stella McCartney sale. Talk about good timing! I jumped on the opportunity and decided to get the Falabella bag in this foldover style, which lets you carry the bag my hand (as I'm doing in these photos), or with a longer chain shoulder strap.
BLAZER: Helmut Lang
LACE SHIRT: Anthropologie
JEANS: J Brand
SHOES: Zara
BAG: Stella McCartney
what a gorgeous bag!
ReplyDeleteThanks Laura. I'm so happy with it! :)
DeleteThe bag is fantastic! I'm ashamed to say I did not know about Stella's wonderful stance against using leather and fur. It was definitely fate that one went on sale the very next day :)
ReplyDeleteTotal fate, right? To be honest this bag would be heavenly in a soft, thin nappa leather... but the faux is actually very nice and made out of some sort of fabric that still feels luxe.
DeleteLove the bag! Been wanting on...can't believe I missed sale on Rue La La!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Loula! If they pop up again, I'd definitely recommend one. They're a little blingy, a little basic. Nice combo :)
DeleteLove the bag! I wanted it in the silver!
ReplyDeleteSilver sounds lovely!
Deletethis is a great photograph--i love the lenox in the background. that's fab that you got the bag for a deal on rue la la!
ReplyDeletei'll be at the blogger event in a couple weeks and i'll really look forward to seeing you! :)
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Yay look forward to seeing you again! So glad Lani introduced us!
Deletei never knew SM didn't use leather -- that's so awesome! but the fact that you got this beauty on sale is even better, i love when that happens! it's absolutely stunning
ReplyDeletexo Diana
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It was so lucky to find this on sale the very next day! A total sign, right? :)
DeleteLoving your Stella!
ReplyDeletexoxo, Diana
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Thanks Diana !
Deletethe bag is lovely :) you have such an amazing collection, as i say over and over. i just caught up on reading! i hope you had the best vacation. its so easy to get caught up in everyday craziness and not take a moment to reflect
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm in love with your collection! Thanks for the nice note and hope your life is calming down a little too! :)
DeleteThis was surely a sign from the bag gods that you were meant to have this. Well done. It is the perfect addition to your wardrobe and outfit!
ReplyDeleteIt truly was a sign! I was so happy to spot it :)
DeleteI have this bag and I love it! It looks fantastic on you!
ReplyDeleteSo how is the leather, now that you have it in person? Does it feel like leather? Is it durable?
ReplyDeleteIt doesn't feel like leather -- more like fabric or thin suede. It seems very durable!
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