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Since its inception in 1952, Chloe has mastered the art of creating handbags that whisper bohemian poetry. The Woody Backpack series carries this legacy forward through saddle stitching that mirrors equestrian traditions and unfinished edges celebrating artisanal imperfection. The signature circular brass hardware - a subtle callback to the Chloe Marcie bag - evolves here into functional buckles that secure supple leather flaps.
What sets this collection apart is its shape-shifting versatility. Crafted from grained calfskin and canvas, these backpacks retain structured silhouettes while softening with movement. The detachable leather pouch ingeniously converts into a crossbody clutch, blurring lines between casual ease and polished sophistication.
Urban Safari: Pair the chestnut-brown backpack with a cream linen blazer, straight-leg denim, and ankle boots. Let the bag's natural patina complement a Chloe tote bag carried simultaneously for a layered, editorial look.
Weekend Escape: Team the ivory canvas version with a floral midi dress and woven sunhat. Drape a crochet sweater around the straps for textural contrast, accessorizing with the matching pouch worn as a crossbody.
Evening Alchemy: Transform the black leather iteration by pairing it with a slip satin gown. Replace cotton straps with the optional gold chain from your Chloe crossbody bag, letting the backpack's streamlined hardware echo metallic evening jewelry.
More than just practical accessories, these backpacks embody Chloe's paradox - honoring craftsmanship while embracing modernity. The exposed stitching technique dates back to founder Gaby Aghion's 1966 Nappa glove-tanned bags, yet the convertible designs speak to digital nomadism.
As creative director Chemena Kamali reinterprets the house's 1970s archives, the Woody series becomes a bridge between eras. Like the iconic Chloe Marcie bag reimagined for new generations, these backpacks prove that true luxury lies not in chasing trends, but in carrying one's history forward - quite literally on one's back.
