{"product_id":"gerard-darel-small-leathergoods-duo21e454-rope","title":"Gérard Darel | Crocheted Raffia Phoneholder - Handcrafted Geometric","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ROSIE phoneholder from Gérard Darel is a masterclass in sculptural restraint, a small leathergood that functions as wearable architecture. Its defining feature is the intricate, hand-crocheted natural raffia surface, worked into a geometric lozenge pattern that creates a tactile, three-dimensional relief. This is not a flat accessory; it is a textured object that catches the light and shadows with every turn of the body, offering a graphic, almost optical, quality that elevates it far beyond a simple utility holder.\n\nThe material contrast is where the piece finds its true sophistication. The body is composed of 80% raffia, a plant fiber prized for its dry, papery texture and artisanal character, while the remaining 20% cowhide leather provides the structural trim and the shoulder strap. The interplay is deliberate: the raffia offers an organic, hand-wrought warmth, while the smooth leather introduces a polished, city-ready edge. This is the signature of the house, an emblematic Gérard Darel graphic design that speaks to a long-supported tradition of artisanal work, where hand-craft is not a marketing story but the very foundation of the aesthetic.\n\nIn terms of fit and construction, the design is precise and considered. The lozenge silhouette is compact, measuring 12 centimeters in length and 19 centimeters in height, with a slim profile of zero depth when empty, designed to sit flush against the body. The leather shoulder strap is set at a drop of 57 centimeters, positioning the piece at the high hip for a clean, elongated line. The construction is robust yet featherlight, engineered for hands-free ease without the bulk of a traditional bag.\n\nWhen worn, the ROSIE moves with a fluid, easy rhythm. It is a piece for the transitional moments of the day—the museum visit, the late lunch, the evening that requires only a phone and a card. Its seasonality is broad, but it shines brightest in the sun-drenched months, where the natural raffia harmonizes with linen, cotton poplin, and the relaxed tailoring of summer. For styling, treat it as the focal point: pair it with a sharply cut white blazer and wide-leg trousers for a graphic monochrome look, or let it punctuate a simple slip dress with its textural depth. It is a deliberate, considered accessory for those who understand that utility and ornament are not opposing forces, but partners in a well-curated wardrobe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GERARD DAREL","offers":[{"title":"ROPE \/ U","offer_id":41802061283461,"sku":"DUO21E454","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0351\/5757\/3765\/files\/GERARD_DAREL-DUO21E454-ROPE-1.jpg?v=1786499097","url":"https:\/\/ruemadame.com\/products\/gerard-darel-small-leathergoods-duo21e454-rope","provider":"RUE MADAME | BOUTIQUE PARISIENNE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}