Givenchy Nightingale

I've been in love with the Givenchy Nightingale for some time but just haven't gotten myself one as yet. It is a good everyday bag to lug your 'life' around town. A bag you'd want to carry on days when you just feel like dressing down and still look effortlessly stylish at the same time. Tomorrow as I stand in front of my closet, I can see my hands reaching for my favorite white t-shirt and faded jeans and it's moment like this that I regret not getting a black Givenchy Nightingale sooner.

Available at DFS Galleria Scottswalk or On Peddar $3490.

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News Flash- Louis Vuitton

If you're a fan of Louis Vuitton, you should know by now their flagship store at ION Orchard is the first and largest global store in Southeast Asia. It is second in the world- after its Paris flagship store located along Avenue des Champs Elysees, one 0f the most famous streets in the world- to carry a full range of products which includes shoes, watches and its mass-appeal leather goods. Prices are also reportedly the cheapest in Southeast Asia.

Come next year, Louis Vuitton will once again make its presence felt by having a standalone boutique that will appear to be floating on the water off the Marina Bay Integrated Resort. The flagship store will be housed in a 'glass-and-steel Crystal Pavilion', boasting a one-of-a kind architecture.

Singapore is projecting itself as the centre for luxury shopping and with it comes a buzz about the whole retail scene here that will satisfy even the most hardcore of shopaholic. I feel lucky to be residing here.

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Prada Resort Collection- Saffiano Fori Boston Bag

Judging by the comments I've heard so far about the Prada Fori line from the Resort Collection, it is going to be a flop. Personally, the colors and all their combinations-- bright orange with pink, pink with yellow, etc -- take some getting used-to. Though they have the traffic-stopping effect, it is so 'unPrada'.

I like the shape of this bag and the perforated calf leather, but the color combination is so wrong. We've been taught never to mix warm color with cool color, right? The white will go a lot better with colors such as black, grey or navy. And I think I am right when I saw a bigger version of this bag in Bagaholicboy and like it instantly. I am going to check it out when I visit Prada the next time. Looks like a good size for an overnighter.

The Prada Saffiano Fori Boston bag retails for $2360.

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Prada 2009 Holiday Keychain Collection

I was delighted to see the Prada 2009 Holiday Keychain Collection while shopping at ION Orchard yesterday. But disappointed at the same time as I was hoping to bring home a pink teddy bear this year which I had missed out last year. As you can see, no pink one this year. On hindsight, I think these teddies are more lavishly dressed up than the 2008 offerings. Thanks to the generous use of hardware and some adorned with sparkling swarovski crystals at the same time. This should more than make up for my initial disappointment. Anyway, I don't have a brown teddy bear yet and the color is so neutral it will match easily.

These are just sample pieces not for sale yet.

In stores soon $330 each.

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Hermes- Fringed JPG Shoulder Kelly Bag

I've not started on a post proper on Hermes bag, Birkin especially, as I wanted to do more research to share more information with my readers. But I was so inspired to write about things Hermes after watching Lady First on Wednesday night - a female shopping & lifestyle program in Taiwan aired on Starhub cable channel 54, hosted by TV mogul Pauline Lan Hsin-Mei(LHM). If, like me, you've been following the program, you'd know by now that she is a big spender at Hermes and have the title VVIP bestowed upon her. Thus the priviledge of seeing the rarest just by being her viewer. That's why I always stay glued to the TV whenever the program features designer handbags. Most of the time, she likes to share with her guests and viewers on her latest acquisitions. Her bags always draw a lot of oohs and aahs from them and I am no exception. I have never been a fan of Kelly bag until I saw LHM's Fringed JPG Shoulder Kelly bag. It is a lot more youthful than the standard Kelly. According to her, it is priced about the same as a basic Birkin. But even if you have the money, you may not be able to get your hands on one as it's reserved for Hermes' VIP customers only.

For her birthday, Hermes got her this (I am holding my breath as I write this) crocodile wallet with perfectly cut diamonds set on the logo which costs a whopping S$30 000+ with her name 'Pauline Lan' stamped on the inside. Actually, I don't really understand when she said Hermes 'gave me this wallet for my birthday'. Is it 'gave me' as in she didn't pay for a single cent or 'gave me' the priviledge to buy a wallet customized to her specifications? If it is the former, then do a mental sum the amount of money she has dropped at Hermes to date.

For last year's X'mas, she treated herself to this holy grail which costs 10x the amount of the aforementioned wallet! Again, unattainable even if you have the cash, unless you're Hermes' VVIP.

Okay okay. Seems like this post is dedicated more to Lan Hsin-Mei than to Hermes bags. I hope she stumbles upon my blog one day and read this post. Not exactly my idol but must say I admire her a lot. Despite her fame and fortune, she comes across as someone very easy-going and humorous. If I ever meet her in person, I will definitely not feel intimidated by her. But by her Diamond studded Fuschia Crocodile Birkin!

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Louis Vuitton Judy PM

I have always liked the Louis Vuitton Judy PM bag but don't see myself getting one any sooner. It's a small bag and thus an evening bag. I hardly attend evening functions and it will probably just sit in my bag closet if I get it now. I have other more practical bags in my wish list that I'd rather get first. Having said that, the Louis Vuitton Judy PM bag is babelicious- I am refering to the white one. It is a cute bag with the the pleated monogram multicolore canvas lending a youthful touch. I like the generous use of cowhide leather and how it contrasts nicely with the canvas. The hardware used should be commended too. I like the the pretty chain with the shoulder rest for carrying comfort; the oh-so elegant brass handle with four little studs on its corners with 'LOUIS VUITTON' and 'PARIS' discreetly embossed on it; bottom studs to protect the bag.

A small-sized bag packed with great detailing.

Also available in M($2880) and L($3300).

At all Louis Vuitton boutiques $2120.

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Chloe Sally

The Chloe Sally bag, I want! It is almost love at first sight. Aesthetically, I can't find any fault with it. My only complain is its weight. But I guess that's signature of Chloe bags as they use thick leather and heavy hardware. Think Chloe Paddington. The Chloe Sally is a structured bag accented by metal frame and textured leather, set off by ultra feminine chains. It is a simple bag with clean lines. I really like that the chains come with the shoulder rest, a case of form meets function. Imagine the sensation of the chains cutting through your shoulder without it. Besides, it lends a nice touch to the chains. As the Chloe Sally has been compared with Chanel 2.55, her chains definitely win her over her Chanel counterpart. Its double flap with separate compartment is another plus.

Available in both calfskin and python leather, it comes in an array of colors. My favorite is the one featured here. The red and beige are equally gorgeous. It is a generous size bag which can take you from day to night effortlessly. And the length of the bag, ending just above the waist, is perfect.

At Chloe boutiques $3350.

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