My Shopping Conquest #71

Below: My first Salvatore Ferragamo purchase!

Below: Nice red box, although material could be more lavish...I am just being 'picky':-P

Below: Peek-a-boo:-)

Below: I like how they have a small pouch to protect the buckle

Below: An elegant white suede belt with an intricate and interesting signature "Gancino" buckle

Below: All the detailing...

Salvatore Ferragamo White Suede Belt With Antiqued Silver Knurled "Gancino" Buckle

Wow...quite a mouthful to describe my new purchase, what can you expect when the brand name is also as lengthy:-) My first foray into Salvatore Ferragamo. I have always feel this brand has a more business and mature style which I am not suitable for. But lately, the brand seems to be getting younger with their designs and it's a good balance of classic and contemporary. So after the frantic crowd when their sales in Singapore commences last weekend, I finally decided to drop by the store to see what is left. Surprisingly, there is a quite a huge selection left for mens. I spotted a few items that I would love to buy...but do not need. So I passed sadly...

Worthy of mention nonetheless are a pair of tri-coloured boat shoes in blue, a croc skin loafers in camel (Over SGD $2000...but so divine to behold), and of course some nice belts in their signature "Gancino" buckle. I had a choice between 2 white belts which I love, because of the knurled texture on the antique silver buckle. It gives a intricate ornate touch that shows delicate craftsmanship. There is a broader textured leather version (SGD $360 after a 35% discount) and a slim suede version (now SGD $240 from SGD $370). I tried on both and found the broader version too overpowering, although I love the leather. In the end, I chose this White Suede Belt With Antiqued Silver Knurled "Gancino" Buckle as it looks more elegant, perfect for pairing with shots and getting ready to hitch a boat ride to St Tropez:-P

I love St Tropez, my dream destination....soon...I shall set foot on thy shores.

Source: Buckled belt pic from Salvatore Ferragamo

Retail price: SGD $370. Where to buy: Salvatore Ferragamo Boutique at Paragon Shopping Mall

My Shopping Conquest #70

Below: Yeah, I also got something from Salvatore Ferragamo...it's small, I just got a big shopping bag so I can put my other things inside as well:-P

Below: I now own the round coin purse in green!

Loewe Round Textured Leather Coin Purse In Green

First official sale shopping conquests for Spring Summer 2009, end of season markdowns!:-P

Spotted this Loewe Round Textured Leather Coin Purse In Green going on sale! So of course I had to grab it. Something that I would pay full price for, so what better time to buy than during sales!:-)

My orange coin purse will no longer be lonely...:-P

(BTW, I think Loewe Ngee Ann City has to brush up on their presentation of their 'prized' items in the store. I enquired about a brooch which was 'displayed conveniently' for browsing by customers in an open shelf amongst all the messed up merchandise. And to my shock, that brooch costs over SGD $3000. I think with the way they treat their expensive items, all just feels 'cheaper' and not worth the price they are meant to charge. I would expect something this expensive to be displayed in a locked showcase and handle with gloves upon request to browse. Presentation is everything in retail!)

Retail price: SGD $250. Where to buy: Loewe Boutique at Isetan Scotts

My MANy Bags Sales Updates #23

More SALE, SALE, SALE!

Just got back from checking out the latest sale happenings around Orchard:-)

Here's a rundown of what brands have gone on sale:

1) Loewe - Up to 50% for selected items. Small selection but you can find gems:-P Which I did tonight!:-P

2) Bally - 30% off. Some great shoes and bags. And this weekend, Takashimaya is offering an extra 10% discount for Takashimaya Credit Cardmembers! Best time to shop!

3) Kate Spade is packed tonight at Takashimaya. I am not sure about the discounts...but worth checking out!

4) Same for Bruno Magli and Coach (Coach has a long queue outside Takashimaya's outlet)

My MANy Bags News #87

Below: The Burberry Sign is lit in NYC! Happy Burberry Day!

Below: This is one pic I have to post...2 of my favourite guys in the same shot (Christopher Bailey and Orlando Bloom)!

Below: Blake Lively looking chic in Burberry!

Below: Lily Donaldson is there too with Bailey and Burberry CEO, Angela Ahrendts

Below: Love this Burberry dress on Bydie Bell...

Below: The ever cute couple, Claire Danes and Hugh Dancy

Below: British band, One Night Only, doing their gig on the rooftop!

Below: Group shot!

Below: The Burberry Sign now stands proud amongst NYC's spectacular skyline!

Burberry Day Party Pics!

Burberry always throws the most fabulous parties:-) So for last night's celebration of Burberry sign light up in NYC and declaration of 28 May as Burberry Day, all the beautiful guests are decked out in their best to enjoy the evening:-) Lots of super chic and cute celebrities gracing the event, including my favourite Orlando Bloom in his suave new hairdo:-)

The rooftop party also sees British Band, One Night Only entertaining the guests with their cool music!

Source: Burberry

Service With A 'HUGE' Smile!

My Lad Musician Brooch Purchase Got Mentioned On Blackbird...

Thanks guys! It seems the kind guys/ladies at Blackbird's blog picked up on my recent post about my purchase of the Lad Musician Flower Brooch:-P

Cool! Fellow shopping fans, do check out their online store here for many interesting brands (eg. Robert Geller, Rag and Bone, Opening Ceremony, Juilus). And they even have a blog to give news and info about their merchandise and store happenings:-)

What a cool store. We should have more shops like these in Singapore.

Source: Blackbird

I Got 'Fashion Policed'!

Unprovoked Negativity

I got alerted to this:-) Unprovoked negativity (becoming personal), not once but twice. This person seem to strangely bear such animosity towards me when I have never even known him in any circumstances. There are seriously weird people around. Did not know I 'hired' a 'fashion police':-P. All I can say is I am exceptionally amused after finding out who he is. I leave him to live out his own fashion 'fantasies':-P Definitely not my cup of tea:-) To get things clear, I write about shopping. Not fashion. Read my blog intro:-P

My MANy Bags Sales Updates #22

Burberry Spring Summer 2009 End Of Season Sales Now On

Head down to the Burberry store at Paragon or Ngee Ann City, Singapore now! The sale has started:-) Drool worthy patent captoe shoes awaits at 40% off...

Thanks to Roland for the updates:-)

Model Talk #04

What A Hunk - Jislain Duval

Ohlala Mag just posted more pics of the Nivea Shaving Tutorial model on their blog. He is Jislain Duval, a french canadian...what a cool name to go with that gorgeous face and hot bod:-)

Drools again.

Source: Ohlala Mag

My MANy Bags News #86

Today Is Burberry Day In New York!

Today, 28 May has been declared Burberry Day in New York City.

In appreciation of the continued investment and commitment Burberry has made to New York and US, NYC's Mayor Bloomberg has officially named 28 May, Burberry Day! This coincides with the official lighting of the Burberry logo on the rooftop of the new Burberry America headquarters at 444 Madison Avenue.

To further celebrate Burberry Day, 20% of all purchases made in Burberry New York stores at 57th Street and Spring Street in SoHo on the day will be donated to The Burberry Foundation.

The Burberry Foundation is committed to dedicating global resources to help young people realise their dreams and achieve their potential through the power of their creativity. The Burberry Foundation invests in select charities focused on supporting young people in the key cities in regions where the majority of Burberry employees live and work, and where they are able to participate in volunteer roles with Burberry Foundation charity partners on the ground.

And of course, no initiation of Burberry Day can go without a party to celebrate, so this evening, we see Christopher Bailey and esteemed guests attending a event to commemorate the occassion. Dun we love Burberry...so many parties lately!:-P

Source: Burberry

Ad Campaigns And Catalogue #32

Givenchy Fall Winter 2009/2010

Givenchy is one of the very first fashion houses to release imagery of their new Fall Winter 2009/2010 ad campaign. Hot Brazilian model Adriana Lima of Victoria Secrets fame has been tapped as the face of the brand next season. Fierce! Love it!

Source: RDujour

My MANy Life's Inspirations #06

Nivea For Men Active 3 Advertisement

Talk about waking up with a huge grin on my face. What's better than seeing a hunk in the showers...as well as excellent tips on how to shave...all parts of the body..yes, even there:-) Before I forget, this is to advertise for a 3 in 1 product, shampoo, body wash and shaving cream. For the lazy/hunky boys?:-)

Check out the Nivea website. (Thanks to the guys at OHLALA Mag!) This is pure eye candy...drooling:-P Why can't we have this kind of ad here on local TV?

Allan, this is for you! I know you will love this:-P

Watch the clip and shaving tutorial here. Be patient, the wait to load up the clip is well worth it:-P

Source: Nivea, Ohlala Mag

My Shopping Conquest #69

Below: Fly fly Blackbird...you have finally flown here...

Below: Besides a fully 'cushioned' parcel box, the package is also 'protected' by bubble wrap...

Below: Yay! Here comes the box!

Below: As per the online pics, it is gorgeous!

Below: Looks even better on my blazer, and a touch of rock and roll with that
Agnés B Guitar Pin...

Lad Musician Large Navy Chambray Flower Brooch
(Reveal from 'Parcel Monday Part One...')

I blog about this wonderful Lad Musician Large Navy Chambray Flower Brooch a while ago. I like it so much I had to find ways to buy it without paying a full US$50 for shipping. So I wrote to Blackbird to make an enquiry if they can reduce the mailing costs since this item is lightweight and small. It is just not right to pay US$50 for mailing that to Singapore.

A very helpful Lear answered my email and immediately offered to lower the shipping costs to US$30. She even took the initiative to hold the item for me and send me an online invoice. Such good anticipation and service:-) Of course I took up the offer and she mailed the lovely brooch to me last Tuesday. It took a while to arrive, since this came all the way from Seattle! The wait was well worth it. The parcel arrived super well packed with lots of stuffing and cushioning. Thanks to Lear for taking the effort to packed it so well. The plastic box suffered no dents or scruffs. Amazing.

I really adore the brooch. Shaped like a chrysanthemum, so it is more unique than the regular roses. The material and colour also makes it very suitable for guys. Wear it on a blazer or a tee, I am sure this is one accessory to add 'dramatic effect' to an outfit:-P

Retail price: US $140. Where to buy: Blackbird, Seattle

My MANy Bags News #85

Free Shipping @ Matches Fashion!

Now is the time to do some online shopping @ Matches Fashion! They are offering FREE SHIPPING for international and UK purchases. :-P Choose from a wide array of brands, Lanvin, Balenciaga, Dolce Gabbana, Pierre Hardy, YSL etc...

Source: Matches Fashion

My MANy Bags Trendspotting #34

Italian Style...

More Italian street style...although autumn/winter is not here yet. Love the check coat on the first guy!

Source: Kishida Days