Thursday, 19 February 2009

BACKPACK ATTACK

This season Milan has shown that a dynamic fashion paradigm shift is amongst us, calling for all to retire their favorite satchels and totes for the simple backpack. Although most fashionistas would rather burn their beloved minks and join PETA’s forces than sport anything other than their prized Birkin, apparently backpacks are all the rage right now. Investigation into this phenomenon does reveal that some (emphasis on some!) backpacks are cool. Take for example Yohji Yamamoto’s Y3 line (adidas.com/campaigns/y-3/). These bags are incredibly sleek and simple. Note the green ‘Futuresport Shopper’ model, its clear-cut sophistication makes it an exceptional design piece. Of course it is impossible to hate Prada’s classic nylon models, especially those featured in the Milan S/S09 collection. The vibrant lilacs and purples combined with the soft shine of the material add a certain degree of understated elegance, perfect for travel. Yet despite the hype hold on to your messengers and speedy’s as backpacks attack lacks true occupational powers.

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