Call it stealth wealth, or quiet luxury – the understated approach to designer goods by highlighting subtle sophistication and craftsmanship as opposed to overt displays of flamboyance is swiftly gaining popularity. Champions of the trend lean towards a more toned-down, minimalist look, which highlights classic pieces, high-quality materials, and muted color palettes. Think: An opulent cashmere knit, immaculately tailored trousers, a discreet pair of earrings, comfy yet chic ballet flats and a roomy tote to complete the look.
TOTE TALK
Though we love a trendy novelty bag, when it comes to functionality, a tote will always reign supreme. With its sleek lines and minimalist design, British fashion house Burberry’s latest offering – the ‘Frances’ – is the epitome of quiet luxury meets functionality.
DETAILS, DETAILS, DETAILS
While understated, the ‘Frances’ doesn’t skimp on the details. Crafted from grainy Italian leather and dyed in a host of core (Think: Classics like black, camel, spruce green, and tan) and seasonal (Like a vibrant cornflower blue, calming dove grey, or a moody ombre sunflower yellow) colourways with an option of a glossy emboss finish to replicate the alligator effect, the bag is available in three sizes: Mini, small, and medium. It has a sturdy modern top handle coupled with a singular, subtle leather-inlaid TB motif in 24-carat gold polished hardware, which pays homage to and is inspired by an archival drawing by the brand’s founder, Thomas Burberry, making it an authentic legacy piece that has a timeless appeal.
FOREVER FASHION
Described by the British luxury fashion house themselves as a “functional forever companion”, the tote is a perfect example of the unique craftsmanship that the heritage brand has been known for since its inception in 1856. The symmetry of its clean lines, wide base, curved top handles, spacious design, multiple exterior and interior zip, slip pockets for organisation, and elegant open-top, finished with a magnetic closure, only further cements how truly functional the ‘Frances’ actually is.
MAKE IT YOUR OWN
You can add your own unique touch to your tote with the brand’s complimentary personalisation available across the collection. Get your initials printed onto the leather cover that houses the metal mirror charm.
CLOSET CLASSIC
Looking beyond the minimal design and classic appeal, the tote serves as an ideal addition to the handbag collection of anyone yearning for a modern approach to the finer things in life. It doesn’t scream luxury – it effortlessly whispers it, making it the unequivocal go-to bag for this season and beyond. Whether you want to channel Succession’s Siobhan “Shiv” Roy with a neutral power suit or work quiet luxury like Instagram’s newest favourite ‘It’ girl Sofia Richie Grainge, – the ‘Frances’, in any of its colourways and sizes, can serve as just the plus one to make or complete your look.
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