So, I’m looking at all this stuff about the Loro Piana “Extra Bag,” right? And… honestly, where’s the “TG” bit coming from? Did someone accidentally hit the wrong keys? Maybe it’s a secret code? I dunno, but it’s got me thinking.
Anyway, back to the Extra Bag. “Understated elegance and timeless design,” blah blah blah. Okay, I’m being harsh. It *does* sound nice. “Meticulously crafted in Italy.” Yeah, Italy, land of beautiful things and surprisingly aggressive scooters. I’m digressing again, aren’t I?
Okay, *focus*.
“Extra Bag L27 Glattes Kalbsleder Koi” – see, even the names are fancy. “Glattes Kalbsleder?” That’s German, right? Smooth calfskin, basically. “Koi?” Like the fish? Is it orange? I NEED ANSWERS! It’s driving me nuts. Also, Loro Piana is really pushing this “shoulder bag” thing. Like, they REALLY want you to sling it over your shoulder. Got it.
Then there’s “Extra Bag L27 Cuir de veau lisse Nouveau PÉTrole.” French! “Cuir de veau lisse” is smooth calfskin again, because apparently, smooth calfskin is the bee’s knees. “Nouveau PÉTrole” – New Petroleum? What does that EVEN mean? Is it supposed to be a fancy way of saying dark grey? Is it *supposed* to smell like oil? The mystery just deepens!
Okay, and this is where it gets interesting: “The Extra Bag, an elegant sculptural shape that combines modernity with functionality. Crafted from exquisite leather, it features three-dimensional charms and distinct details. Designed to…” Designed to WHAT?! Don’t leave me hanging, Loro Piana! Designed to make me broke? Probably.
And then, NET-A-PORTER swoops in to remind me that I can spend all my money on Loro Piana Bags for Women. Thanks, NET-A-PORTER. My wallet weeps.
So, “TG Bag Loro Piana”… Where does all this leave us? Honestly, I’m still confused about the “TG” part. Maybe it’s a typo. Maybe it’s a specific model. Maybe it’s a hallucination brought on by staring at too many luxury leather goods.
My personal opinion? Loro Piana makes beautiful, expensive bags. The “Extra Bag” sounds (and looks, from the little I’ve seen) pretty darn luxurious. But “TG Bag Loro Piana?” The jury’s still out. If anyone knows what “TG” actually stands for, please, FOR THE LOVE OF ALL THAT IS HOLY, tell me. I’m dying here.
