August 24, 2007

You’ve Got Male

Jas M.B. Bags

Dietrich’s tuxedo pants. Diane Keaton’s ties. This morning’s White Stripes tee-and-boxers walk of shame ensemble.

When it comes to dressing, women love stealing from the boys.

So why stop now?

We know London-based Jas M.B. for their great women’s bags. But we positively flipped for the unisex line (which we found at a men’s store). No wonder: Look at the perfectly weathered Italian leather, minimal embellishment, roomy construction, pockets aplenty, and no-nonsense toughness.

The Small Tie satchel is Balenciaga-esque. The weekend-ready Large Tie looks and feels like a rare animal skin (but is just leather with a genius weave). The Old School Matt messenger can withstand all your abuse. (And really. Why do men need bags anyway?)

It’s okay if you want to keep your source a secret.

Nobody needs to know you’ve been manhandled.

Available at Blackbird, 5410 22nd Avenue Northwest (206-547-2524).