Alright, so, I got this idea to remake that fancy Yves Saint Laurent College bag. You know, the one that’s always in style? Yeah, that one. I saw some folks talking about it online, saying how it’s a classic and all that. So, I thought, “Why not give it a shot?”
First, I did some digging around. This bag, it’s a big deal. Made by this French luxury brand, founded back in ’61 by Yves Saint Laurent himself and his partner. They call it a “shoulder bag”, kinda like an envelope, with a flap on top. Pretty neat, huh?
Getting Started
I started by looking at a bunch of pictures of the bag. The real deal, not the fakes. There’s a lot of those going around, sadly. Anyway, I wanted to get every little detail right. The shape, the size, the way the flap folds over. It’s all important if you want it to look like the real thing.
- Gathering Materials: This was a bit of a challenge. I wanted to use good quality materials, you know, the kind that lasts. Leather, mostly. But not just any leather. It had to be soft, but strong. And the color, it had to be just right.
- Cutting and Sewing: This is where things got tricky. I’m no expert, but I’ve dabbled in sewing before. I used a pattern, kind of like a blueprint for the bag. Cutting the leather was nerve-wracking. One wrong move and you mess up the whole thing. Then came the sewing. Stitch by stitch, I put the pieces together. It was slow going, but satisfying.
The Little Details
Now, a bag like this, it’s all about the details. The logo, the hardware, the stitching. It all has to be on point. I spent hours just looking at how the YSL logo is placed on the bag. And the chain, it’s not just any chain. It’s got this specific look to it.
- The Logo: Getting the logo right was tough. I tried a few different methods, but ended up using a stencil and some leather paint. It’s not perfect, but it’s close enough.
- The Hardware: This was another hurdle. I couldn’t find the exact same hardware as the original, so I had to improvise a bit. I found some similar-looking pieces and made them work.
The Final Touches
After all the cutting, sewing, and detailing, it was finally time to put it all together. The lining, the pockets, the strap. It all came together to form this… well, it’s not a real YSL bag, but it’s my take on it. And you know what? I’m pretty proud of it.
I wore it out a few times, and people actually asked me where I got it. They thought it was the real deal! That’s when I knew I did something right. It’s not just about making something that looks good, it’s about capturing the essence of the original. And I think I did that, in my own way.
So, that’s my story of remaking the YSL College bag. It was a fun project, a real labor of love. And hey, if you’re ever thinking of doing something similar, just remember: it’s all about the details. And don’t be afraid to make it your own. That is my two cents anyway, hope that helps someone out there who’s thinking of doing this too.
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