In these recessionary times, no one really wants to spend $16,995 on a handbag. (Not even Beyonce). But a girl can dream, can’t she? One of my dream bags is the Crocodile Ricky 33 Bag by Ralph Lauren. Inspired by a vintage Cooper saddle carrier, this now iconic bag is crafted from exquisite hand-selected African crocodile and finished with custom silver- and rhodium-plated brass hardware. Does that justify the price tag that resembles that of a small car? Not really. But it is quite luxurious and this doctor’s-style satchel is a must-have for bag addicts everywhere. But maybe you’ll want to get a ‘lesser’ model instead, like the Patent Ricky coming in at $3,295, that’s slightly more justifiable. Just slightly.
Features:
• Flap closure with logo-engraved functional Cooper lock with two keys on a detachable key belt at front strap
• Glove leather-lined interior with snap, zip and mobile phone pockets
• Removable brass nameplate for custom engraving
• Reinforced sides and bottom
• Hand-selected, premium-grade African crocodile
• 13″ W x 10 1/2″ H x 7 D”
• Made in Italy