My Bag Collection #71

Below: I just received my Givenchy Antigona Large 'Madonna' Print Pouch and took it out for a spin yesterday... love the size and the print which lifts any monchrome outfit:-) The large version is a great size for the boys:-)

Givenchy Antigona Large 'Madonna' Print Pouch

From the now permanent collection of Givenchy's Antigona collection, these coated canvas pouch silkscreened which each season's most signature print have been a hit with Givenchy fans. Sold out everywhere after it's launch, the menacing Rottweiler print was the first to create this 'clutch bag' frenzy. For Spring Summer 2013, Givenchy's religious themes were most prominent and hence the iconic Madonna Portrait was translated throughout the collection including these coated canvas pouches. It is a statement piece any fashion fan should own:-)

I am lucky I placed my pre-order for this Givenchy Antigona Large 'Madonna' Print pouch at Luisaviaroma months ago. They are sold out now and difficult to track anywhere. I was skeptical about the print at first, creeping out as it looked eerie on first impressions. But as soon as I started using the pouch as a clutch yesterday, the bag took on to me. Love the triangle tab (Antigona collection's signature detail) which bears the Givenchy logo and the mysterious coloured print over durable coated canvas. Statement print add that much needed lift to any monochrome outfit. They also keep you updated and on trend for the season. Best of all, it's relatively inexpensive and versatile for use on any occassion. In summary, I just love my new clutch bag:-P

Below: Eerie looking on first impressions... but mysterious in many ways... I love this print!

The Givenchy Antigona 'Madonna' Print pouch is crafted primarily in PVC with a cotton lining. It comes in 3 different sizes, with the large version most suited for guys (34.5 cm x 23 cm, priced at Euro 219). The medium size measures at 29 cm by 19.5 cm and retails for Euro 198 while the small size suited for use as a bag within bag is 23 cm by 15 cm and costs Euro 181.

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My Bag Collection #70

Below: My latest acquisition all the way from my recent trip to Bangkok! Meet my first Chanel bag... a gorgeous A4 sized Quilted Lambskin Clutch bag in blue... simply fabulous:) Matches my blue themed outfit of a D&G chambray shirt, Dries Van Noten tie belt and Zara shorts...

Below: The Chanel Clutch Bag comes in black as well... or even a bright red and burgundy colour!

Chanel Quilted Lambskin Clutch Bag

During my recent Bangkok vacation to usher in year 2013, I acquired more than just beautiful memories and a jolly good time with friends... I also inaugurated one of the most coveted luxury brands, Chanel into my bag collection. Yes, I picked up my first Chanel bag:-P Meet my new Chanel Quilted Lambskin Clutch Bag (known as the O Case, as stated on my receipt) which I bought at the Chanel Boutique at Siam Paragon Bangkok.

Crafted from soft lambskin with the brand's signature quilting, this A4 size clutch bag not only looked fabulous, but it is functional and chic to carry on any occasion. I am not usually a fan of Chanel as I find most of their accessories too feminine. And guys carrying Chanel seem to be trying too hard to make a statement. But this is not the case for this gorgeous clutch bag. The simple design, a discreet interlocking C logo, the clutch bag speaks volumes of understated sophistication without screaming like a wannabe.

I debuted the clutch bag today while in town. Definitely, one of my favourite bags now.

The clutch bag retails for SGD1010 for the large version and SGD710 for the A5 sizes. Comes in an assortment of beautiful colours including black (as seen on the pic above, modelled by Stephen Style), red and even burgundy. A must have! What are you waiting for?

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My Shopping Conquest #131 + My Shoe Collection #58 + My Bag Collection #69

Below: My Maison Martin Margiela with H&M shopping hauls...I chanced upon this supposedly sold out 'Jacket with Fused  details' today. Loving the Trompe L'oeil lapels, buttons and pockets!

Below: Tried the jacket with Prada's crazy guns printed shirt... love the combination:-P

The Story of My Maison Martin Margiela with H&M Shopping Hauls. Prada 'Cameo' Included

I never expected I would be shopping more than I should for Maison Martin Margiela with H&M collection that was launched just this Thurs. Looking at lookbook pictures is one thing, but observing the incredible detailing, finishing and material up close and personal takes my admiration to a whole new level. Of course, that is not to say this collaboration collection can surpass the actual Margiela brand... but at such good price points offered by H&M with these standards, this collection is a real keeper. By far, the best for H&M's designer collaborations.

I had commited to myself to only buy the 'Fusion of 2 shirts' as the trophy piece to invest for the Margiela with H&M collection. I wanted to rein myself in but things often have a way of going beyond expectations. So one thing leads to another and the fashion gods have their plans to decreed how my bank account will be depleted.

I got an XS size for the 'Fusion of 2 shirts' on Thurs but found the size way smaller than what my usual H&M XS sizes were. I was suffocating in the shirt and had no choice but to return the item for a refund today. As today is the deadline for returns for all purchases made on the launch day (H&M has a 3 day refund policy), if lady luck permits, some coveted pieces may find their way back to the racks. That is exactly what I had hoped for, in order to replace this 'loss'. I love the shirt and hence a replacement is paramount to ease the disappointment. Call that a 'shopaholic withdrawal syndrome':-P

Miraculously, the fashion gods must have took pity on my 'ailment' and granted me the chance to fill that 'micro size' void in my closet. I chanced upon another prized piece of the Maison Martin Margiela with H&M collection befitting the replacement for my returned shirt:-P Yes, I found the 'Jacket with fused details' which I regretted not buying on launch day! 

Bagaholicboy had been clamouring to me about the interesting trompe l'oeil details on the lapels, pockets and even buttons. I was not convinced then, but when I saw the real piece, it spelled Kevin right away. Furthermore, how fortunate can you get when a sold out piece miraculously appear in your size without you actively looking. The only question left: To buy or not to buy? A split second hesitation later,  I 'subcumbed' to fate. Made my way to the cashier and ended with more things than I was supposed to from the collection. Throw in another pair of shoes and my shopping day was declared a resounding success:-P  I left the store with a victorious grin. 

Below: I ended up with more Maison Martin Margiela with H&M pieces than I should have...

As ecstatic as I was,  I even went to Prada to try out the FW2012 guns print shirt (Justin O'Shea, buying director of mytheresa.com wore the shirt and got me inspired) with my new Margiela with H&M 'Jacket with Fused Details'. Happy Margiela indeed I am. Prada shirt is next on my wishlist:-) What a fruitful day of shopping adventures... 

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My Bag Collection #68

 Below: More Prada prints mania for me... I got my 2nd printed nylon tote. These totes are light-weight and tough, which is perfect for day to day use and especially for travelling...

Below: For Fall Winter 2012, the prints features head silhouettes of knights, vikings and gentlemens in a gorgeous mustard, brown and black colour print...

 More Prints Mania: Prada Fall Winter 2012 Tessuto Stampato Nylon Shopping Tote

Prada's highly functional nylon totes, featuring colourful and interesting prints have became one of my favourite bags to carry around any time any day. I got my blue arabic geometric print version in Spring Summer 2011 and I have been looking for another ever since. I love Spring Summer 2012's 'dancing couple' print and Fall Winter 2011's plaids but they somehow never got me excited enough to want one. I want a pattern that is more unique with the right colour tones that can match up any outfits.

For Fall Winter 2012, Prada's mens collection stresses on the power play of masculine males. The silhouette prints of knights, gentlemen and vikings are perfect to exemplify the concept. These patterns have since been translated into shirts, trousers and even jacket pins. When I saw these prints on my favourite nylon totes, I immediately knew the time to get the 2nd one has arrived. The new season prints of these headshots comes in reverse white in navy or tobacco and black against mustard and brown. I chose the latter. The difference in the recent seasons nylon totes is the saffiano leather handles which adds a new level of sturdiness to the bag.

Looks like my year end holiday day bag is sorted. Available now in Prada Ion Orchard in Singapore and retails for SGD580. (There is also a sabre or pistol print in red and black. I am contemplating the pistol version as well!)

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My Bag Collection #67

Below: Another Céline addition to my bag family...

Céline Bi-Cabas In Black Lambskin And Houndstooth Wool Tweed

Céline Cabas mania has strike again... although it was months ago since I acquired this new addition to my Céline cabas collection. This 4th cabas to my cabas family is still ranking top on my beloved list of bags in my 'bag harem':-)

I have always loved the simplicity of the cabas design. Especially the bi-material ones... different mix of textures and materials creates the most interesting appeal. And this new one (from FW2011 collection) features a champagne tone houndstooth wool tweed fabric which gives the bag a preppy attitude well suited for the modern dandy. Wear the bag with suits, smart shoes and add some sartorial flair any day. I love the champagne tone as well, subdued and yet not boring while matches almost any spectrum of your wardrobe colours.

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My Bag Collection #66 + My Shopping Conquest #124

More Balenciaga Birthday Treats: Mens Classique Clip Clutch + Giant Arena Rose Gold Hardware Triple Tour Bracelet in Orange Brule!

Good things come in pairs. And I am thrilled to now enjoy 2x the Balenciaga Mens Classique Clip Clutch and 2x the most gorgeous hue for Fall Winter 2011, Orange Brule.

I am obsessed with the versatile Clip Clutch bag. Used it last weekend and I can attest to the user friendliness of the bag. The external zip pocket is a joy to have and allows easy access to regularly used items. Best of all, there are always so many gorgeous Balenciaga leather colours to choose from. While I love my recently acquired Clip Clutch in Biche colour, I keep thinking about Orange Brule. Orange brule is a gorgeous orange tone brown that can go neutral enough to match anything but outstanding altogether if you want some colour. And it goes exceptionally well with rose gold hardware, which means I have to own the Giant Triple Tour Arena Bracelet in that combination.

So using my 'soon to arrive' Birthday as an excuse yet again, I pampered myself last week and today... Acquired both of my Balenciaga Orange Brule wishlist at one go!

What a way to round off 'Birthday present shopping' with these 2 new goodies. Who else shares my love for Balenciaga and Orange Brule colour?:-P

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My Bag Collection #65

Below: Besides Christian Louboutin, Balenciaga also makes a good birthday treat...:-P

Balenciaga Mens Large Classique Clip Clutch in Biche

More birthday treats for myself:-) After hemorrhaging my bank account for the past months while contributing to the profit margin of my favourite retail giant, Club 21 in Singapore... I finally got back some sweet 'pay back', thanks to their membership programme. Redeemed all my points for vouchers and used them to offset the purchase of my dream bag of the moment, Balenciaga's Mens Large Classique Clip Clutch. Choosing between the different colours was a tough choice. Orange Brule, Coquelicot and Vert Fonce were contenders, but in the end I decided on Biche for its versatility. The biscuit brown colour seems to go well with anything!

Who else joined the Balenciaga Clip club too?

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My Bag Collection #64

Below: Zara shopping find... a gem discovered:-) Meet my new murse... Zara's Python Print Leather Clutch...

Below: Simple and clean design with a large enough size for the guys... Thanks to Kwannam for alerting me to this fab bag on his blog post...

Zara Fall Winter 2011 Yellow Python Print Leather Clutch

Thanks to fellow clutch enthusiast, Kwannam from 'We Could Grow Up Together'... I was made aware of the existence of this Zara Yellow Python Print Leather Clutch from their new Fall Winter 2011 collection. It seems all's fated... as the clutch arrived in Singapore's Zara stores just this Friday... in time for me to get wooed over by Kwannam's blog post. Perfect timing? I reckon so.

This clutch measures 39cm(w) x 24cm(h) with a generous depth of 4.2cm. That means, you can put in quite a fair bit even though this is a clutch bag. Made for women (ladies, there's a gold metal shoulder chain to transform this into a shoulder bag)... but the simple design devoid of frivolous details allows it to be man friendly. I love the size and shape, hence I got it today.

Retailing for SGD259... there's no reason not to. From the convincing python print and savvy yellow colour on 100% real leather to the surprisingly good workmanship and functional size, it's a darn good shopping find.

Below: The clutch is much larger than my Pierre Hardy Cube Print Clutch...

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My Bag Collection #63

Below: Another new bag for Spring Summer 2011... Mihara Yasuhiro's 'Grunge' Birkin makes it to
my bag collection. Love it!

Below: Details that resembles the read deal (Hermès Birkins)... but with a unique feature in the form of hand cut extension flaps on the front and back. An unfinished appeal that gave this Mihara Yasuhiro bag it's personality:-)

Below: I debut the bag today... amidst stares along Orchard Road:-P Fun experience. Love the size of the bag too.

Mihara Yasuhiro 'Grunge' Birkin In Brown

Japanese designer, Mihara Yasuhiro's twisted take on the legendary Hermés Birkin is one of the most controversial (if not most interesting and fun) bag to be had this Spring Summer 2011. Behold, Mihara Yasuhiro's 'Grunge' Birkin, a deliberate 'wicked sense of humour' directed at an iconic bag:-) I first blogged about this 'Grunge Birkin' here and had mixed reactions from bag fans all over. The 'Grunge' birkin name (which I innocently gave the bag when I wrote my post) somehow got stuck as the bag's unofficial title as word gets spread around the internet. (something I must admit I am in a way proud of:-P).

Some bag lovers hated the guts of Mihara Yasuhiro while others understood his humour and sarcasm... but I just love the bag for the fun of it. Of course, knowing it's from Mihara Yasuhiro (he is often applauded for his innovative mens collections) gave me even more reason to want the bag. Hence, the 'Grunge' Birkin became a must-have in my SS2011 shopping list.

Unfortunately, Singapore's Club 21 store did not stock the colour I want, so I had to turn to my original source, Club 21 Thailand for the acquisition of the bag. Navy was my first choice of colour, but this Thailand exclusive hue sold out at the time I had wanted to buy the bag. I had no choice but to settle for another colour which turn out to be a blessing in disguise. I chose a reddish brown tone which is absolutely gorgeous and I am loving it more day after day. The textured leather used is also more polished and structured than it's distressed leather counterparts, hence holding the shape better. To sweeten the appeal, the bag gets complimenting gold tone hardware which adds a welcoming touch of luxury.
Mihara Yasuhiro's 'Grunge' Birkin is crafted with longer handles (can shoulder sling easily), comes in a handy size (about 38cm width) but most interestingly, features a unique hand cut extension (no two bags are alike) on the front and back of the bag. It is these odd extensions that gave that 'unfinished' appeal which forms the bag's personality. Love it!

I debut the bag to a flurry of staring eyes, walking down Orchard Road today... all in the name of good fun and humour:-) This bag is fast becoming my top favourite bag... a fun and unique addition to my bag collection. Well done Mihara Yasuhiro!

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(PS. the Mihara Yasuhiro 'Grunge' birkin also comes in a mens size (about 42cm width) that is exclusive to Club 21 Mens Singapore. Do check it out!)

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My Bag Collection #62

Below: Another new bag... Another Céline before Spring Summer 2011 is over. Welcome my Céline Natural Linen And Black Calfskin Cabas

Below: Love the contrasting textures from the different materials...

Céline Spring Summer 2011 Natural Linen And Black Calfskin Cabas

Before Spring Summer 2011 is over... I thought I will unveil another of my satisfying purchase made during the current season. One of the must-haves in my wishlist ever since I first laid eyes upon it...

Yes, it's none other than Céline's Natural Linen And Black Calfskin Cabas! The contrasting textures of materials and luxurious leather-lined interior makes this a standout piece of Céline's Spring Summer 2011 range. The bag sold out in a short time at the Céline stores here in Singapore. I guess I am not the only one who loved the simplicity and rawness which epitomises Phoebe Philo's understated aesthetics.

Because of the choice of using linen as a material, I always thought this bag can work only for Spring Summer seasons. My perception was proven wrong when Kwannam from 'We Could Grow Up Together' demonstrated that the cabas can extend its appeal to Fall Winter looks too. He carried his cabas wearing a tweed jacket, jeans and stunning red leather brogues... Simply fabulous and inspiring!

Below: Kwannam from 'We Could Grow Up Together' inspired me that this bag works for winter looks too! Love how he carried his cabas with tweed jackets and red leather brogues...

Besides being timeless, the cabas' neutral design also allows for decorating with bag accessories. Love the way my Céline cabas looked with my Prada 'Edward' robot charm and Gucci Furry tail key ring. I am now keenly awaiting to get Céline's longer fox tail to make the bag even more luxurious:-)

Below: Add bag charms to further enhance the appeal of the bag... I know I absolutely love my Prada 'Edward' Robot and Gucci Fur Tail on the bag:-P

Long live Céline! This is my 3rd Céline Leather Cabas and I am still lusting more.

(Lastly, I must especially thank a particular person for the acquisition of this new bag. You know who you are! Thank you:-P)

Source: myMANybags, We Could Grow Up Together

My Bag Collection #61

Below: I found my perfect travel 'Day Bag'! Thumbs up for the light-weight and versatile Prada Tessuto Stampato Nylon Shopping Tote!

Below: Gorgeous arabic geometric print on thick nylon material with blue nylon lining and a generous internal zip pocket. Can hold quite a good amount of weight for sure:-) Wrinkle resistant and light!

Below: Me with my new Prada Tote... and the brown version is featured in the latest issue of UOMO Japan magazine! Casual or smart, it goes all ways:-P (I am wearing a SHIPS (Japanese brand) gingham checks cotton jersey panel effect shirt with Neil Barrett and Miu Miu Badges, Topman Skinny Carrot Pants, Raf Simons Dip Dye Trainers, Hermés Rivale Double Tour Bracelet.)

The Perfect 'Travel' Day Bag: Prada Tessuto Stampato Nylon Shopping Tote

Making short trips over weekend is one of the best joys to motivate you to get thru gruelling work weeks. Yes, we live for the weekends. So if you are gonna be travelling short getaways, always make sure, you travel in style and most importantly, travel light. There's no point in getting relaxed if you constantly got weighed down by all the heavy luggage you have.

A good light-weight luggage will reduce a significant amount of the burden. More people pay attention to that now. But what we usually conveniently ignore most times... is the Day Bag which will probably see more light than your designer trolley case or duffel bag. That is why finding a light but aesthetically appealing 'day' bag becomes a top priority. A bag that is no frills, fits all styles, wrinkle resistant, compact, light-weight, dirt resistant, durable and fabulous no matter where are paramount requisites for my search.

A tall order? Not if you have this Spring Summer 2011 offering from Prada! I found all these qualities in this Prada Tessuto Stampato Nylon Shopping Tote:-) I love the arabic themed geometric prints, the handy but roomy size, the durable lightweight nylon (the nylon is dual layer inclusive of the lining, so it can take quite a good amount of weight!) and versatile blue colour may make this my perfect travel 'Day Bag'. It can be worn casual or formal (have seen a guy wearing a smart suit with the bag and looking immaculately refined) This bag came just in time to save the day as my very old canvas Prada tote in Brown is due for retirement soon.

Costing only THB11500 (approx. SGD$470 after VAT refund) in Bangkok... this is affordable luxury (Check out the swanky Prada metal emblem on the bottom corner!) with many mileage potential to make the investment even more worthwhile.

Below: Comes in other colours and patterns too!
(See my previous posts on these gorgeous Prada bags here)

I took the bag out for a spin quite a couple of trips already. Very handy. I know Mr Edward approves, he loves 'hanging' by his new bag too:-P

Source: Saks, myMANybags

My Bag Collection #60

Below: I am an avid fan of clutch bags. This is one welcoming addition with 'Flower Power' to match! Love my new Jil Sander's Neon Flower Print Canvas Clutch Bag!
Below: Special ink has been used for printing that gives the floral patterns a brighter than usual appearance! Love the neon effects:-)

Jil Sander Neon Flower Print Canvas Clutch Bag

Flowery prints has always been shy away by men due to its association to feminity since eons ago. Women's fashion has always played with floral designs while mens kept to it's masculine graphic shapes and subdued colours. But for Spring Summer 2011, floral motifs is blooming all over for guys! Jil Sander, Yohji Yamamoto, D&G all embraced nature's best creation to the world for Spring Summer 2011. That said, flower prints may not always work on some guys. Even for me, where I embraced certain levels of experimentation with fashion, thinks it's a tad too overwhelming when worn as a top.

There are however other ways to wear floral prints without becoming a visual eyesore. I'd reckon having flower prints on accessories is the best way to tone things down and avoid an overdose of nature's beauty. Bags, shoes, belts.... something smaller to accent a plain outfit for maximum visual impact.

Below: I may love this flower print, but wearing it as a t-shirt may not work for me... would you dare to wear this?

I chanced upon this beautiful Jil Sander Neon Flower Print Canvas Clutch Bag at Club 21 Mens, Four Seasons Hotel a couple of weeks back. I will not wear the t-shirt (see below) done with the same floral print, but this clutch bag I would carry any day! The flower print also spots a neon coloured ink, churning out brighter than usual colours. Outstanding and interesting to make you pop any day. I love the size (32cm width x 21cm height. Great size for guys) and the soft leather trimmings, giving a luxurious touch to the otherwise all canvas clutch.

Comes in a silk material as well with bigger florals for women (£190). But I still prefer the stronger colours and smaller, denser flower patterns on this mens version.

Below: Fret not, the womens have their own version in silk material with pinkish tones and bigger florals... still lovely for the ladies!

Flower power for the boys and girls! Yay!

(Check out my other post on nature's inspiration for Spring Summer 2011. More pics on my facebook fan page)

Source: myMANybags, Jil Sander

My Bag Collection #59

Below: It's Friday... time to share my latest bag addition. Guess who I choose this time? Well... It's none other than my favourite bag brand of the moment... Céline!

Below: I love my new Céline Cabas Linen Stripe, the 'raw' quality is what gives the bag so much personality and appeal:-) The mundane made luxurious always finds a place in my fancies:-P

Below: The fashion spread in April issue of Vogue Nippon seals the deal for me. The red and blue colour allows the Cabas to work for nautical styles. Think white and Breton stripe tees... chic!

Céline Spring 2011 Cabas Linen Stripe

The feeling of finally owning something you want so badly is beyond words can described. So you can imagine my excitement to welcome this new bag to my bag family! I have blabbered about my love for this Spring 2011 Céline Cabas Linen Stripe for a couple of months now. Finally over last Sunday, I decided to put my 'waiting misery' to rest once and for all...and got myself this 'prized bag' for the season! It's definitely Happy New Bag to me!

The Cabas Linen Stripe may resemble a gunny sack... but it is this 'mundane inspiration turned luxurious' that gives this version of the Céline Cabas so much more personality. The frayed edges and the contrast of fabric with soft lambskin are beyond words to describe in tactile appeal.

I will carry this with my colour blocking ensemble (as per my lastest lookbook post) or simply shorts and tees (summer time wardrobes) any day. I am also excited at the possibility of pinning different brooches and bag charms to the fabric body... like a blank canvas waiting to be decorated. Will be fun. I am very inspired by the bag.

Beyond the design, I love the bag as it is light and slouchy. Carry and throw around with a 'devil may care' attitude... feel effortless.

YAY For Céline!

(PS. this cabas was featured in the April issue of Vogue Nippon... Nautical style:-) In a way, very french with the red and blue stripes:-P)

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My Bag Collection #58

Below: New Pierre Hardy Shopping for Spring Summer 2011! Love my new clutch!

Below: This season, the cube pattern is in khaki,light blue and black printed on uncoated canvas with black leather trim and lining...

Below: Added my Gucci fox tail bag charm for a Céline Prefall 2011 Look! Love!

Below: The Pierre Hardy pouch seen on the arms of fashionable men during the recent Fall Winter 2011 Mens fashion week... The size is perfect!

Below: This spring summer 2011, the cube pattern also appeared on totes (Sold in Club 21 Mens, Four Seasons Hotel - SGD1490 (Khaki version) or Studiohomme for € 645.00 as shown in pic below) besides pouches...

Pierre Hardy Cube Pattern Canvas Pouch

I am a fan of clutches and folios. And recently I just added the 6th clutch bag to my collection! Balenciaga, Lanvin and Pierre Hardy are top choices, due to their perfect size for guys.

And this time, another of Pierre Hardy's amazing cube pattern designs but in light blue, black and khaki from this Spring Summer 2011 season. The canvas is uncoated for SS2011 and is trimmed with black calf leather. I already have a red leather trim coated canvas version, and it proved to be handy, being able to hold just the right amount for a party or a nice afternoon lunch appointment. What's more... after getting obsessed with Céline's Prefall 2011 Fox tail bag charm for their leather pouches... I did my own version on my new Pierre Hardy Cube Pattern Canvas Pouch with a Gucci fox tail:-P

So chic! (The pouch is available at Club 21 Mens, Four Seasons Hotel Singapore)

Source: myMANybags, Céline

My Bag Collection #57

Below: A long overdue welcome to my new bag! My fabulous Balenciaga RGGH Canard Part-time!

Below: Love the combination of Rose Gold and Canard colour!

Below: Giant studs adds a tough and glamourous accent to the leather...

Below: Shiny rose gold even on the shoulder strap hooks...

Below: Rose gold has a vintage feel to the colour, yet glamourous at the same time...

Below: Double zippers for ease of opening the bag...

Below: In the dustbag...

Below: Me modeling the bag... a great shoulder bag that is not too huge and cumbersome... the proportion works for my height and build:-P

Below: Good for a blazer look and skinny jeans (or my Current Elliot Olive Cargo jeans!)

Balenciaga RGGH Canard Part-Time

It's a long overdue post for my latest bag addition acquired a few months back...

But better late than never (especially since I am off for the week and had time on my hands like never before! Hurray!)... so let me introduce my new Balenciaga RGGH (Rose Gold Giant Hardware) Canard Part-Time.

Boys have always been restricted to the weekender, courier and day designs when it comes to adopting Balenciaga bags. But I decided on a particular inspiring day many months ago to try out other styles of Balenciaga bags just for fun.

Interestingly, although I had no plans to buy anything... it seems my 'shopping ban' plan always backfire. In the name of research for my blog (good excuse to shop!) but at the expense of my bank account, I embark on the 'treacherous' mission and have to report that I have succeeded in testing the Balenciaga bags but failed to rescue my bank account.

Work bag is simply too short and small for my height. Weekender is too bulky for everyday. And First and Town is tiny for boys. I love the strap options for City...but that is too small again. So what's left is the Part-time which I was skeptical at first due to it's long shape. Surprisingly, at a length of aprox. 43cm, the Part-time resembles a small duffel bag. When I first shoulder sling it, I was immediately taken by the proportion of the bag against my height (I am 178cm tall) and build. I love the style, easy and non cumbersome. It does not looked entirely inappropriate for a guy and yet interesting enough to pass off as a guy's bag. I guess a bag is a bag, it is what marketing wants to sell it as, especially bags of a borderline gender designs. Hence the Part-time is up to the individual to see what works for him or not.

But one thing's for sure, I am liking the Balenciaga Part-time on me, especially with the new Giant Rose Gold Hardware against Canard colour (a turquoise based dark blue)... it's versatile and yet glamourous at the same time! I also love the double zipper pulls and the shorter shoulder strap which presents another option to carry the bag. Perfect for blazers and skinny jeans.

So out flashes my Visa card, in goes the Balenciaga RGGH Canard Part-time to my 'bag family'. Welcome! Welcome!:-P

Source: myMANybags

Retail price: SGD 2940. Where to buy: Balenciaga Boutique at Hilton Hotel