LE GRAND TOUR
The Soul of the Piece
Jacquemus named his house in honor of his mother's maiden name. He founded it at 19, starting with a single dress sold at Parisian vintage markets. Since then, he has redefined what French fashion can be: sun-drenched, Mediterranean, physical, rooted in the real body rather than architectural abstraction. The Turismo belongs to the house's lineage of sculptural bags—after the microscopic Chiquito, here is a bag that takes up space, travels, and makes a statement. In ivory croc-embossed calfskin suede, it catches the light differently from every angle: the reptilian grain both captures and diffuses it, giving the off-white a three-dimensional depth that smooth leather cannot replicate. Rolled handles with their signature knot at the base, double magnetic and zip closure, side straps, and an interior zip pocket lined with cotton twill—the details are those of a house bag, not an accessory. H9" × W15.5" × D7" — a presence, not a suggestion. Made in Italy. One size.
Its Place in Your Wardrobe
It is the bag for those whose wardrobes are already at a high level of taste. The ivory suede positions it as a deliberate seasonal investment—stunning in summer and early fall, when the color palette is pale and occasions refuse to be defined. It is the bag you bring to Montreal in September, to the Laurentians in August, or to a dinner where the dress code is unspoken but understood. It reads like a tote but carries like a handbag—the structure makes all the difference. Over white or beige, it blends into the look. Over a bold color, it becomes the anchor of the entire outfit.
Styling Notes
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Ivory Monochrome: An all-white, cream, or ivory look—the croc texture is the only source of visual complexity. Monochromatism leans into luxury. The bag provides all the interest the outfit needs.
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Sienna: Terracotta, rust, or burnt ochre against the ivory suede—the Mediterranean color story native to Jacquemus. The contrast is warm, sun-drenched, and evocative of a Provençal terrace.
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Nautical Note: Navy, cobalt, or French blue—the croc ivory becomes a nautical punctuation mark. The texture elevates the color combination from classic to editorial.
The Craftsmanship
THE SCULPTED SUEDE BY SIMON PORTE Simon Porte Jacquemus founded the eponymous house in 2009 at the age of 19, in honor of his late mother's maiden name. The brand grew from a single dress sold at Parisian vintage markets to become one of the most coveted French fashion houses of its generation—achieving rare profitability as an independent house. Jacquemus's bag vocabulary includes the iconic Le Chiquito (one of the most photographed bags of the decade), the Bambino, and now the Turismo—marking a turn toward generous sizing. The croc-embossed calfskin suede is a material choice that provides tactile appeal without being over-the-top: the texture catches the light without blinding, giving the ivory a sculptural dimension. The house is known for its spectacular shows in the lavender fields of Camargue and in the halls of the Palace of Versailles, placing each collection in a landscape rather than a room. Made in Italy by leather artisans.
