'-SPECIAL- "Pierre Cardin" 90’s real crocodile leather top handle bag

Pierre Cardin, a Parisian maison that has advanced fashion into the future with its space-age sensibility and geometric forms since the 1960s, excels at transforming ideas beyond mere practicality into products suitable for everyday life. Especially in leather goods, it is skilled at creating presence through structural forms and material strength. This time, we introduce a refined and structured piece that embodies the unique elegance and hard-edged mood characteristic of Italian craftsmanship.

This exquisite piece features the beautiful contrast of real crocodile gloss and the weight of gold hardware.

Centered around a trapezoidal construction, the line of the opening extends smoothly to the side, giving a neat appearance when held. The surface's scale-like texture breaks light into fine facets, creating depth in black. The front belt and turn lock draw the gaze to the center, while the symmetrical hardware on both sides keeps the design balanced. The rounded handle elevates the hand gesture elegantly.

The bottom is reinforced with leather and hardware, providing a sense of security when grounded. The swinging padlock and choker add a nuance of movement within the structured silhouette.

The unique added value of this piece is indicated by the engraved metal plate with PARIS and MADE IN ITALY, strongly suggesting the higher manufacturing background before licensing was fully expanded. Additionally, the trapezoidal form born after the era of Birkin is realized with the impact of real crocodile leather.

Furthermore, Cardin's characteristic aesthetic is reflected in the centralized hardware configuration and the treatment of surfaces, and while it references classic elements, the slightly futuristic hardness remains a clear charm of this bag. Regarding the era, the design of the metal plate with the logo on the front and the presence of gold hardware favored during the economic boom of that time suggest it aligns with the late 1980s to early 1990s.

In daily life, the shadow of this bag is most effective on simple outfits, and pairing it with a jacket for commuting creates a purposeful stance. In dimly lit spaces like evening dinners or hotel lounges, the gloss of the crocodile quietly stands out. Its size is also suitable for scenes where you gather and carry belongings, maintaining an elegant appearance while serving practicality.

Styling with a minimal tailored jacket and neat slacks highlights the straight lines of the hardware and the construction of the form. As another option, layering over a simple dress or long skirt makes the hard black and gloss act like accessories, naturally evoking the mode background of Cardin.

Please take this opportunity.