Ovum Bowling Bag —Black

10. Romy Fletcher — 5 Stars
This one made more sense to me once I saw it in person. Online I liked the shape, but I wasn’t sure how practical it would feel for everyday use. After carrying it a few times, that’s actually what I like most about it. There’s enough room for the things I normally bring out, the handle feels natural in my hand, and the leather gives the bag structure without making the rounded body look stiff. I also love that the black keeps such an unusual silhouette from feeling overly trendy. It feels distinctive, but I’m not going to be tired of looking at it six months from now.

Very easy bag to live with. I grab it, throw in what I need, and go. The curved handle is comfortable and the size is bigger than a mini bag without feeling like I’m carrying half my apartment around.

I almost talked myself out of buying another black bag, but I’m glad I didn’t. None of my other ones have this silhouette, so it doesn’t feel repetitive in my wardrobe. I’ve been wearing it mostly with oversized coats and simple basics and it adds just enough interest.

I’m 5'2" and a lot of medium bags look bigger on me than I expect. This one has a longer shape but doesn’t feel bulky at all. The proportions are really flattering when I’m holding it.

I like bags that don’t rely on a giant logo to make them recognizable. The shape does all the work here. It’s simple at first glance, but once you see it from the side the curved design makes it feel completely different from a standard black handbag.

Wore it to a dinner on Friday and then carried it with a sweatshirt and jeans Saturday morning. Somehow looked right both times.

The leather feels really good. Not overly glossy, not plasticky, and it has enough body to hold that rounded silhouette. I’m pretty picky with black leather bags and this one feels much nicer than I expected.

I’m impressed by how much I can actually get inside without ruining the shape. My phone, cardholder, keys, AirPods, lip products, and a few other small things fit easily. It still looks neat instead of stuffed.

The handle is my favorite part. It sits comfortably in my hand and makes the bag feel almost sculptural when you’re carrying it.

I was worried the bowling shape might feel a little too retro, but it doesn’t at all. The curves are really subtle in person and the black keeps it feeling modern. Probably one of the more interesting bags in my closet without being hard to wear.