Got Protection?

We mean for your bag. At Chanel and Balenciaga, the most talked-about bag accessory is not a novelty charm or strap, but a plastic cloak to shelter it from the elem ents.

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PVC and grosgrain bag cloak, $820, and leather and PVC tote, Chanel. Polyester dress, $530, CK Calvin Klein

We mean for your bag. At Chanel and Balenciaga, the most talked-about bag accessory is not a novelty charm or strap, but a plastic cloak to shelter it from the elem ents. Most are patterned for that designer twist and – as much as they’re meant for specific styles from the brands – are large enough to shield any bag. Clever merchandising or a cheeky response to climate change? Whatever it is, we forecast this unexpected draft of a trend to build up over other areas in fashion.

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PVC bag cloak and City Bag leather tote, Balenciaga. Silk slip dress, Tory Burch. Prices unavailable unless stated

Text Harinee Jayan Photography Zaphs Zhang, assisted by Phyllicia Wang Styling Imran Jalal Hair & Makeup Sha Shamsi Model Alzbeta/Now