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From Dolce & Gabbana, which has established modernity through Italy’s reliable craftsmanship by blending Sicilian sensuality and Baroque ornamentation, we introduce an archive bag imbued with the dense mood of the late 2000s.

This masterpiece is made from luxuriously gathered soft nappa leather, elevating shadows into a design element.

First and foremost, the eye-catching feature is the three-dimensionality of the gathers across the entire body, which highlights not just the softness of the leather but also the shadows and volume created by gathering, making it the main attraction. The surface, made of fine lamb leather, absorbs light and reflects it dullly, changing its expression instantly when moved, creating depth within the black. Furthermore, the leather trim at the top sharpens the outline, and the contrast with the soft body maintains a neat appearance that doesn’t look sloppy.

A round gold hardware reminiscent of a padlock is placed on the front, with a leather strap hanging from it, creating a focal point that also sets the mood through its act of opening and closing, while serving as decoration. Additionally, a thick cylindrical hardware is used at the handle base, not just as a joint but as a structure that gathers light like jewelry, which is a characteristic strength of Dolce & Gabbana from this era.

The interior features jacquard lining woven with the full name DOLCE & GABBANA in a random pattern, designed to reflect the exterior's decorative style inside. It also includes a zip pocket, ensuring that the bold design remains practical for everyday organization.

Regarding the era, the design centered around the front padlock motif and leather strap aligns with the specifications of the IT bags released in the late 2000s, and the use of full-name typography jacquard on the interior, rather than D&G, matches the style popular around 2008. Additionally, the engraved "DOLCE & GABBANA MADE IN ITALY" on the hardware and leather tags, with its dense letter spacing and thick carving, differs from the ruggedness of the 90s and the sharper engraving trends of later years, providing credible evidence that this piece is from around 2007 to 2009.

The added value of this bag lies not only in its functional rationality but also in the mood of the time, which involved overusing materials for style, reflected in both the gathers and the heavy hardware. Unlike subtle luxury, it gives a sense of intention to the outfit, and with the current reevaluation of the 2000s, it clearly holds significance as an archive piece to keep on hand.

Elegance is for those who want it but don’t want to lean towards the safe side, and also for those who want to add just a touch of strength to their outfit to define their silhouette. It is a masterpiece that elevates everyday style regardless of gender.

Styling-wise, it can be achieved simply by pairing a plain top with neat pants and making the bag the main focus, or by combining it with items like jackets or long coats that have a beautiful vertical line, which makes the shadow of the gathers stand out even more. Depending on the occasion, it can be added to dresses or minimal setups to subtly incorporate the sensuality typical of Dolce & Gabbana in an elegant way, making it a reliable piece for days when you want to change your mood.

Take this opportunity.