Longchamp Zip Bag Designed by Architect Thomas Heatherwick

HOST PICK This extremely rare bag by Longchamp was designed by Thomas Heatherwick and has been featured in numerous architectural and fashion design articles and exhibits around the world. It is truly a unique work of art and in perfect condition. Please see photos above and description below for details about this amazing bag! Trained at the Royal College of Art, Heatherwick runs a 38- person studio that designs everything from sculpture, such as Sitooterie ll, in Essex, England, to the Rolling Bridge, in London. In 2004, Longchamp debuted a handbag designed by Heatherwick featuring a zipper that snakes up and around the outside. When unzipped, it reveals a satiny fabric layer inside and nearly doubles the bag's volume. Instead of a clasp at the top, hidden magnets close the bag. Retail price for this bag was $1,200 at its limited release in 2004.