The designer handbag world is dominated by a handful of basic silhouettes (think crossbody, shoulder bag, top handle, clutch, etc.), and at this point in modern handbag history, it feels like we’ve seen it all. Both consumers and industry insiders alike crave newness and innovation, but rarely does a bag actually strike that chord.
This season Proenza Schouler debuts the Silo Bag, and it’s worthy of a second look, offering uniquely functional hardware. The sliding mechanism allows the cylindrical bag to be worn vertically or horizontally with one swift movement.
Fresh Off the Runway
Debuting earlier this year at the brand’s Fall 2024 presentation, the Silo Bag mixes a classic feel with modern innovation. Inspired by the cylindrical bags of yesterday, Proenza Schouler offers a fun take on the traditional barrel bag trend.
Dual-purpose bags are not a new phenomenon, but often, with dual-purpose bags, there’s one way of wearing that looks more natural than the other. This is not the case with the Silo, which transitions seamlessly so that either way of wear looks correct.
What’s to Love
While the bag’s ability to seamlessly shift shapes is a noteworthy feature in and of itself, we also love that this bag can be styled in multiple ways. For those who love big bags by day, the Silo can be worn with a larger bag as well, tapping into the trendy multi-bag look. For nights out, when you want to carry a little bit less, it can be worn as a mini bag.
Simple but sleek and right on-trend, purchase via Luisaviaroma for $1,090.
