Women bags made from crocodile are a real standard of strength, reliability and sophistication. They are made mainly from the ventral or dorsal part of the crocodile. Models made from these parts look really luxurious and expensive, and also indicate the status of the owner. Not everyone can afford such an acquisition. But, besides the fact that the bag must look beautiful and elegant, it must also meet such requirements as comfort of wearing and care, spaciousness, and be combined with the image.
Features: pros and cons
Of course, any bag made of genuine leather is distinguished by its reliability and durability. A bag made of crocodile leather even more so. This is perhaps the strongest material for making bags. In addition, the manufacture of any accessories from this material is a rather laborious process. All products are assembled and sewn by hand, which ultimately affects their value.
Speaking about bags made of crocodile skin, it is necessary to understand that these products are divided into three groups:
- alligator leather;
- crocodile skin;
- caiman leather.
Each of these accessories has its own characteristics.
Crocodile skin, for example, is characterized by the presence of tubercles. These tubercles are located on his head in well-marked rows: 4-2. Manufacturers love to use this part in the design of their bags.
The most popular part, as mentioned above, is the abdominal. This area of crocodile skin is soft enough and, accordingly, easily processed. The lines of this part of the body of the animal have a fairly clearly defined geometry and are practically parallel to each other. And in each square that forms, you can see a small dot, this growth is called “osteoderm”.
Alligator skin is different from crocodile in that bumps are lined up in a row 2-2-2. The abdominal is also the most popular part of this reptile, but the design here is not so orderly and rather resembles a cobweb. A bag of such leather looks very original.
One more A distinctive feature is the presence of a star-shaped scar on the skin of the alligator. It is for this reason and can distinguish the bag of this type. In addition, designers love to place this part on their products.
Caiman head tubercles are folded in a row, which is described as 4-4-2. The skin of the caiman is very hard, with a lot of growths, and therefore the peritoneum is mainly used here, since it is much easier to process. Usually these bags are somewhat cheaper than the species already presented above, but unscrupulous sellers try to pass them off as a crocodile or alligator.
Such bags, of course, have their advantages and disadvantages. The disadvantages of such products include a fairly high price and complexity, unlike an expensive bag, from a low-quality fake. The advantages of such accessories are many:
- reliability and durability;
- original appearance;
- completely handmade;
- indicates a certain status and prestige of the owner;
- originality of each individual product;
- strength.
Models
You can find a lot of models of crocodile leather bags, it can be either a small clutch bag or a large spacious bag. The most popular bag manufacturers Hermes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton use crocodile leather for many of their models. It can be accessories, completely finished with this material, or with various inserts or with crocodile or alligator leather handles.
The bag can be decorated with gold or silver inserts, with handles in the form of a chain of metal.
Previously, the main colors of products were black, beige or brown. This is due to the fact that the masters, who spend so much time on making animal skins, were afraid to spoil their already difficult work by staining. However, modern technology has changed everything, and now you can buy a bag of yellow, red, blue and any other color.
Models can have various fasteners and zippers, with pockets for documents and phones.
How much is?
The most popular and affordable crocodile bags are models sold in Thailand and Vietnam. If you look into our domestic boutiques, the price tag below 35,000 rubles is practically not found. And, most likely, this price will be for a caiman skin sample.
In Vietnam, as in Thailand, the situation is much simpler. Firstly, these animals live on the territory of these countries, and secondly, there are farms where reptiles are bred specifically for this purpose. And shops, where they sell various leather goods crocodiles, there is almost every corner. Bags, wallets, belts, shoes, jackets, briefcases, covers for the iPhone - the list of products offered is quite large. And the price is quite attractive. For three hundred or four hundred dollars you can buy a fairly good and high-quality copy.
What to wear?
A crocodile bag is a bag that definitely never goes out of style. Most often, when speaking of a purse made of natural material, many do not see anything except crocodile skin. This is a real classic of the genre, which you still need to be able to present beautifully.
A crocodile leather bag is a rather complicated accessory, and it cannot be called universal exactly. Combining it with your everyday life is difficult, but still possible.
Consider simple tips on this:
- Pick up to her shoes or a belt of crocodile skin, but a different shade or texture. The times of complete handbag and shoe match are over.
- In no case should not wear such a bag for people who prefer a sporty style.
- Such models are perfect for women who adhere to the business style in clothes. Of course, the color in such a combination should be restrained, bright yellow variants or fuchsia colors will be inappropriate here.
- Deciding to go out with such a bag, it is worth remembering that just the bag will be the highlight and decoration of the dress. Clothing should be fairly simple and elegant, not defiant and flashy. Otherwise, this output will be remembered as a failure, such a lady will ascribe a complete lack of taste and sense of proportion.
- With crocodile bags it is very difficult to combine clothes with prints. It is better to choose something monotonous and calm.
- With such accessories such material as silk is perfectly combined.
- You can wear with jeans, but do not forget the heels. Flat shoes will spoil the chic that gives the image of crocodile leather.
- We select a bag to fit the body. If you are a big enough lady, do not get carried away with huge bags of green or yellow color that catch your eye. Most likely, the size and brightness of the accessory will attract the eye and, unfortunately, will primarily focus on the imperfections of the figure, and the luxury of this bag will remain misunderstood.
The main thing - to observe moderation in everything, and then this accessory will make the image unique and stylish.