Salvatore Ferragamo, the legendary footwear designer from Naples was a visionary as well. Within a few short years of business in the U.S., he quickly gained a solid fan base in Hollywood, like Mary Pickford, Rudolph Valentino, and John Barrymore, who continued to wear and commission Ferragamo’s shoes outside of the studio lot. His inspirations came from the current artists and architects who were practicing and exhibiting their crafts at that time. Artful constructions such as Frank Lloyd Wright’s Guggenheim may have inspired Ferragamo in one of his pioneering shapes, the stacked platform sandal. In addition he also popularized the “roman” sandal and originated the raffia based espadrille. In 1949, he produced his first bag, humbly housing tools and lasts of a shoemaker.
While it is indisputable that the man and his company can do no wrong with manipulating leather, it should not be undermined that the fittings heighten the visual appeal (Like Chanel and Gucci, Ferragamo had a signature iconic hardware, namely the semi-circular hinged clasp or Gancini.) Here are two bags that magnificently showcase how fluid and ingenious the brand can represent classics on one end and still be hooked into contemporary taste on the other end of the spectrum, able to cater to the dona and to the every woman.
Starting from left:
- Ferragamo, Classic Top Handle Bag in Black, Saffiano calfskin, Silver-tone hardware, beige canvas lining, 9 x 11 x 3″d, $950, @ the Ferragamo Online Store via Neiman Marcus.
- Ferragamo, Gancio Leather Flap Bag, frame style with top zip closure, calfskin, wooden hardware, double top handles, canvas lining, 16X 10.5 X 3″d, 8″ strap drop, $1,750, @ Saks Fifth Avenue.
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