Since its release in 2018 by creative director Hedi Slimane, CelineTeen Triomphe’s bag has made waves among celebrities and It girl girls, mainly French. Praised for its sleek design, practical size and shape, and a go-anything aesthetic, the crossbody bag is the dream bag of many. There’s only one component of the bag—covered by the double-C Triomphe logo that brand founder Céline Vipiana devised in 1972—that can make people think twice before buying: It costs more than 3,600 dollars.
While understandable given the quality of the materials used to make it—it has a calfskin exterior, sheepskin interior, and gold hardware—to put it simply, a lot of consumers Can’t afford a bag with such a high price tag. Luckily, another trusted brand just launched a style that costs $198, which will most likely be relevant this month. shopping budget.
This week, J. Crew launched the latest version of the Edie bag and for 2023 it has been pretty much refreshed. Edie first debuted on autumn winter 2011 collection and looks like a more structured postal bag than usual with a feminine touch. This time, it’s scaled down to 6 1/2″H x 8 1/2″W x 2 1/4″D and is made of shiny Italian leather with gold hardware. Available in four colors—black, white. ivory, green, and baby blue—perfect style for anyone with an eye on the Teen Triomphe logo but can’t guarantee the bag’s safety yet. Currently, Edie is a more worthy choice.
Shop the newly released 2023 edition of the J.Crew’s Edie bag below.
