47Works Like a Charm
Looks like we might just be in luck – the new
Tali bag celebrates the true (blue) you
Words Ian Lee
A keen eye (pardon the pun) for elevated streetwear staples – that’s what Kenzo has possessed
since 2011. Fast forward eight years: one of the last projects of Carol Lim and Humberto
Leon (the creative duo have just left the house) involves their first proper handbag launch
for the brand. And yes, it’s decorated by the eye symbol that was made one of the brand’s
icons in 2013. It’s more than a matter of simple reappropriation, though.
The Tali bag’s name borrows from “talisman”, and just as the moniker implies, the bag
is meant to be worn as a fun “amulet” of sorts, with the eye motif representing luck and
protection. To complete this narrative, Kenzo even roped in Astrology superstar, Susan
Miller, to bestow horoscope-like characteristics upon each iteration of the Tali – and trust
us, there are many of them. One in lemon yellow, for example, is a pre-launch exclusive for
Hong Kong, while an Ayers-embossed style is a special piece for Paris and China. There
are lizard- and croco-embossed versions, as well as smooth leather takes – and a whole
gamut of colours including rose, white, red and blue. While the full launch will take place
on a global scale next month in September, the city exclusives have already been available
in select markets.
On the classic black, for example, Miller says: “Black imparts authority, power, sophistication
and elegance. We speak of the mystery of black holes but love the little black dress. Wear
black and reclaim or intensify your power and confidence.”
The pink, croco-embossed Tali represents creativity and rebelliousness.