Ashley Olsen isn't spotted out and about very often, but when we do catch a glimpse of the award-winning co-designer of The Row, her outfits never disappoint. Ever. And this latest sighting is far from an exception. Olsen was joined by her The Row co-worker—the brand's Vice President of Brand Identity and Marketing Nicolas Turko—in downtown Manhattan this week, where she wore one of her signature all-black ensembles. But this wasn't just any black outfit. Making it even more impactful than her usual looks, Olsen looped an exclusive, £27,000 version of The Row's Lady Bag, a zip-around top handle bag that's completely sold out despite its expensive price tag, around her arm. As a result, her The Row trench coat and scarf, barrel-leg black jeans, and simple Mansur Gavriel ballet flats weren't the stars of the show, although all four items each are undoubtedly buy-worthy in their own right.
Her chosen handbag fits perfectly with a fast-rising trend in the bag space: Elegant top handles. In addition to a similar version by The Row called the Nina, the market is stacked with lady-like pocketbooks capable of making even the most casual outfits look refined. The options come in all sizes, colours, and materials, making it easy for everyone to find a chic top handle to fit their existing bag collection's needs.
Scroll down to see Olsen's errands look and shop the top-handle bag trend ahead of spring.
On Ashley Olsen: The Row bag, coat and scarf; Mansur Gavriel flats
Shop The Row's Nina Bag
This made-in-Italy top-handle tote will get you a very similar look to Olsen's Lady bag at a much lower price.
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