When it comes to powerhouse design duos, it doesn’t get much better than Ashley and Mary-Kate Olsen. The two have solidified themselves as ones to watch over the last 10 years, completely defying critics who thought The Row would be just another celebrity clothing line, and it’s fair to say, the Olsens certainly proven that they have the magic touch.
While their ready-to-wear clothes are definitely coveted, it’s their shoes and accessories that have been gaining the most traction of late. The Row’s front-zip boots have been popular every winter since 2019, and after we saw the leather ballet flats on the feet of everyone from Kendall Jenner to Who What Wear contributor Monikh Dale, we knew we had an accessories stalwart on our hands. But now thanks to the likes of Sienna Miller and Jennifer Lawrence, the Slouchy Banana crossbody bags are popping up all over Instagram, and we couldn’t be happier.
Adored by celebs, editors and influencers alike, the bag first appeared as a part of The Row’s S/S ’19 collection and has quickly become a repeated favourite. Not only is the bag’s crossbody style practical, but it is also perfect for layering over winter coats and chunky knit sweaters, as evidenced by Monikh above. Keep scrolling to see how the fashion crowd are styling the bag now, and shop the style below. Could this be the perfect, practical leather handbag? We’re inclined to think so.
Style Notes: A roomy, crossbody bag big enough to hold all of your essentials and look good while doing it? Jennifer Lawrence has cracked the code to practical-meets-premium dressing, and it’s a formula we’d like to copy.
Style Notes: If in doubt on how to style this bag, wear it with the Olsens’ favourite palette: all black.
Style Notes: While braving the outdoor elements, Monikh styles her slouchy bag against a leather coat and bright block-colour jumper.
Don’t waste too much time, there’s only a handful of these still left in stock.
They also come in nylon too.
XXL totes are a key trend this spring/summer.
A crossbody bag like no other.
The very definition of “quiet luxury”.
Forget evenings, this is a clutch to wear all day too.
Elegant, understated, timeless.
This sits perfectly in the crook of your arm.
Pretty spring dresses deserve an equally cute bag.
A bag so good it practically has a cult following.
