Akris’ latest bag communicates aesthetics through function
Designed by Akris creative director Albert Kriemler, the new ‘Anouk Messenger’ adds to his growing range of discerning, artistically-inclined handbags
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In partnership with Akris
Selbstverständlichkeit. That’s what drives Akris creative director Albert Kriemler. Natural style and fluid elegance. Sophisticated, functional accessories and refined, ready-to-wear apparel for women with purpose.
Established in St Gallen 100 years ago, the family-owned luxury fashion and accessories house is renowned for its rarefied, innovative fabrics and Swiss craftsmanship. Among others, Albert Kriemler’s designs are inspired by the textured façades on buildings by Swiss architects Herzog & de Meuron, as well as influential artists such as Carmen Herrera, Geta Brătescu, Rodney Graham and Thomas Ruff. The most interesting pieces – the designer believes – can transcend into art forms themselves.
Since 2009, Albert Kriemler has applied his discerning, artistic eye to the Akris brand’s signature bags. Akris’ approach to accessories remains characteristically simple: functionality is beautiful, fabric comes first, shapes require meaning, materials should be unique. All techniques, aesthetics and values applied with versatility and refinement
Akris ‘Anouk Messenger’ bag
The ‘Anouk Messenger’, is the newest addition to the Akris ‘Anouk’ family, which also includes envelopes, day bags and clutches. Created with an elongated shape that can be worn as a modern and adaptable crossbody, the bag’s signature, trapezoid turn-lock – also seen on Akris’ ‘Ai’ shoulder bag designs – completes a contemporary, yet timeless form.
Available in amber, caramel, taupe, pale rose, peacock, white and black, the ‘Anouk Messenger’ is made of the finest cervo-structured nappa leather and comes in two sizes, little and medium, providing a natural companion for every occasion.
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Jack Moss is the Fashion Features Editor at Wallpaper*. Having previously held roles at 10, 10 Men and AnOther magazines, he joined the team in 2022. His work has a particular focus on the moments where fashion and style intersect with other creative disciplines – among them art and design – as well as championing a new generation of international talent and profiling the industry’s leading figures and brands.
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