Good morning, Thursday. Gah. It's not cute at all in NYC today- not one of you who lives here had an easy time getting out of bed today, of this I am certain. And though this would not be a good trend to sport today, I'm calling perforated leathers and suedes as one of the hottest accessory trends for Spring and Summer. We saw Proenza Schouler do perforated leathers in boxy jackets and skirts for Spring, and Belstaff made some divine leather pieces in buttery taupe that were rife with holes and high on style.
On a rainy day a few weeks ago I found myself ducking between buildings with no umbrella and ended up in Jerome Dreyfuss's boutique, he of whose bags I severely covet. The Pat bag shown below is pretty much everything- I can see it being the perfect unstructured beach or travel tote and I would literally schlep it EVERYWHERE. It's hands down my favorite perf piece of the season. It's beyond PERFection in terms of an easy and cool big tote that will go wherever you do. And if you're busy poking holes when checking out this trend, here's why I think it's so on trend right now to show your hand, foot, or purse contents.
It's surely a reflection of our constant need for transparency, or perhaps it's simply our need for some deep, deep breathing amidst the crazy world we live in. Or maybe we're just ready to expose ourselves and be who we are. I for one am LOVING this trend and am eyeing that black Pour La Victoire tote (below) as if my life depended on it. And I love how the look can feel cool and 70s like the APC wedge or more modern and future industrial/handmade like the Rachel Comey bootie. And of course the Marant Basley has not left my feet since I got them as a gift from a very fabulous friend. And if all of this trend talk is giving you hives because of how costly this trend may be to perfect, fear not. Zara is bringing it hard with its awesome messenger and weekender below- chic and not going to burn a hole in your wallet. I don't know about you but I've been waiting to exhale for a hot minute now, and perhaps some holey accessories will give me just the space and coolness I need to do just that. Wherever you are, I hope the breathing is easy and the accessories well ventilated. I' m declaring an open season when it comes to shoes and bags this Spring and Summer. Cause that's what's up this hole punched up Thursday in the 212. Looks below. XO
Jerome Dreyfuss Pat perforated bag, $875
Isabel Marant Bobby Low-Top sneaker, $640
Isabel Marant Basley bootie, $600
Pour La Victoire tote, Provence perforated, $395
Rachel Comey Dazze charcoal perforated, $449
Zara micro perforated messenger bag, $59,90
Coach Pita perforated high top, $128
Coach Legacy perforated leather penny shoulder purse, $258
