At Loewe, A Contemporary Take On The Monogram Bag
Creative director Jonathan Anderson makes a modern move for Loewe's new bag line.
Monogram bags – you either love them or loathe them. Some may find the repeated logo patterns charming as they hark back to a romantic and bygone era. For others, logomania might venture into flashy territory.
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Loewe's new Anagram Jacquard collection, which is out in stores now, will have no problem converting those who belong to the latter group. Making its debut for Spring/Summer 2021, this handcrafted collection is marked by the use of a new soft canvas jacquard design that features the Spanish maison's streamline quadruple-L insignia motif.
Handcrafted in Spain, the new Anagram jacquard bag features the Loewe logo – originally designed in 1970 by Spanish painter Vicente Vela – that was refreshed (and streamlined) by creative director Jonathan Anderson in 2014.
Hardy yet lightweight (brownie points there), the cotton-blend fabric comes in two muted colourways of a smokey grey hue called anthracite against matte black calfskin trim and a creamy shade of ecru against tan calfskin trim.
It also uses a special double-warp structure that provides extra definition to the fabric and gives it a luxurious tactile quality. The overall result: a subtle and contemporary take on the monogram bag with a utilitarian appeal.
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If you're enticed with the Anagram Jacquard family, the patterned canvas jacquard appears on the Balloon bucket bag, Hammock bag, and a new soft and boxy shape called the Cubi. Meanwhile, the Horseshoe saddlebag and Anagram tote make do with the repeated monogram design. Instead, the two bags comes in a plain canvas with a giant Loewe logo in the centre.
Ahead, we highlight the different ways you can rock this new designs.
Inspired by this streetwear look? All you need is a hoodie, coloured trousers, a long cardigan and of course, a Loewe Hammock bag to complete the 'fit.
Make the Balloon handbag the statement of your outfit by matching it together with a brown jacket and a pair of denims.
Switch it up to a pair of black bottoms if you're styling the Loewe's ballon in an all-black hue. The smaller iteration is perfect if you're heading for a night out.
Sunday mornings by the market could look as sophisticated as this – a high-neck midi dress, a pair of loafers and your Loewe tote bag to throw in all your knick-knacks.
Who says the boys can't join in the fun too? With a gender-neutral bag silhouette like the Horseshoe, gents can master Loewe's Anagram Jacquard style in any smart getup.
Keep cozy with a fun graphic sweater that'll complement nicely with the miniature version of Loewe's all-new Cubi handbag.