The It Bags!
Any bag can be iconic, but not every bag has the It factor. An It bag is essentially an iconic designer bag however, there are only a handful of designer bags that fit the unofficial guidelines that make them iconic. From what I have noticed amongst the collection of bags I have picked are some common features that I think make these bags worthy of the title. Firstly, they must be made from strong, luxurious and durable materials; in most cases, leather. They must be a practical size and shape, potentially coming in multiple sizes. An essential element is a recognisable design, logo, decorative components or shape that ensure these bags are easily identifiable to anyone. And they must be owned and loved by the most iconic faces in fashion. I couldn't possibly write about It bags without talking about the queen of all bags, the Hermes Birkin. The Birkin is more than just a bag, it's a luxury, exclusive piece of the most elite craftsmanship. The bag was designed for and named a...