With the sudden success of the Cambridge Satchel Company and the overtaking of the blogosphere by superbloggers toting their chic little versions, Melie Bianco comes at the perfect time. Its the kind of bag you’d imagine Charlotte Gainsbourg grabs before running across Paris to meet friends for drinks in romantic little restaurants. Its the kind of bag that makes you feel as chic and elegant as you’d like to be.
Its not very utilitarian—it’s not got a lot of room—but, for a bag that small, you can definitely snuggle in your wallet, keys, phone, sunglasses and maybe lip gloss. There are cute little compartments inside and a fun pattern to liven things up.
I love how the shape is structural with neat, straight lines. It is also very well-crafted—minimalistic luxe at its very best. The chain can be doubled up and rolled inside the bag to carry it as a mini travel briefcase. I’ve received countless compliments at my internship … and seeing as that’s at a prestigious luxury PR firm, it means somethin’!
The stark arctic white is a refreshing change in the sea of bright, neon-themed kitschy lookalikes. My styling tips? Tap your inner personal style and go with your gut. As a basic, it goes with nearly everything. Go all out in bright, popping colors like a tangerine skirt and pink top, or you could go the Celine route and pick creams, whites and beiges to look more toned down. Make sure to add oversize clubmasters for a touch of Old World glamor!
Stay fabulous.
