Cover Photo Courtesy of Federica Livia

The Top Handle bag is not just a new Dior accessory, it’s an essential piece that merges timeless style and ultra-contemporary audacity infused with retro influences. One of the Fall 2023 collection stars, its embroidered version was designed in collaboration with the Chanakya ateliers using techniques of excellence. Adorned with tiny mirrors in bewitching shades of purple, orange, and green, it took a succession of infinitely precise gestures so the artisans can assemble it, sew the pieces together, and embroider each of the delicate ornaments onto satin-dressed leather, before edging them with metallic thread.

In short, the savoir-faire of this exceptional creation is one of high distinction, especially since the beads and stitched crystals are meticulously applied by hand one by one.