Anthony Vaccarello revisits the archives to bring back the Mombasa bag defined by its relaxed attitude and leather handle.
Summary
- The Mombasa bag returns to the Saint Laurent lineup after its initial debut in the Spring/Summer 2002 collection.
- Bella Hadid fronts the campaign under the art direction of Anthony Vaccarello and the lens of Glen Luchford.
- Updated for modern utility, the bag features a leather handle and comes in three sizes with material options ranging from vintage calfskin to pony leather.
There is a specific sort of early-aughts nostalgia that fashion cannot seem to shake, and Saint Laurent is feeding that appetite. The house has brought back the Mombasa bag. Originally seen in the Spring/Summer 2002 collection, the accessory is making its return with a campaign starring Bella Hadid.
Under the art direction of Anthony Vaccarello and filmed by Glen Luchford, Hadid introduces the reinterpreted silhouette. While the bag remains faithful to the 2002 original, the current version leans into everyday ease. It is defined by a relaxed shoulder carry and a natural slouch.
The construction details prioritize utility. Saint Laurent is releasing the bag in large, medium, and small options. The large and medium variations come equipped with a zipped interior pocket and are lined in suede calfskin. A significant detail in this iteration is the handle; the brand has finished these versions with a leather handle.
Material options are varied. The collection includes Courchevel leather, vintage calfskin, and pony leather. The color palette sticks to rich, earthy tones like rouge cabernet, santal, dark oat, and classic black. For those looking for something more specific, the small size is also available in a dark bay leaf alligator.
