The Runway Sniper #02

Marni Women's Fall Winter 2008/2009

I know this is suppose to be a blog site dedicated to man bags and it's related topics. But since it is Women's Milan Fashion Week for Fall Winter 2008/2009, I thought I report something on what I find interesting in the collections from the past few days. Although I am a guy...good designs can be appreciated regardless of gender:-P

If I am a gal, I probably buy a lot of Marni. I am a fan of her quirky asthetics and her juxtaposition of different interesting materials and textures. Although she does menswear, I often find it is half as interesting as her work for women. Exceptions of course sometimes.:-). But I adore her designs in shoes and bags. And I get envious that these bags are made for women. Talk about bag crazy.

Here's a sneak peek at some of her quaint and quirky shoes and bags. Love the wooden heel and the different materials combined to create the design. I am especially liking the open toe high boots. Would look so chic for a woman! And the yellow top handle bag shows some promise to pass off as a man bag(messenger or school boy bag?) as well! Colours for winter...her palette is always refreshing.:-) All in all, I like her work this season.

All images from www.style.com

The Material Boy #17

D&G Buffalo Leather Tote Bag with Gold Chain

This is evidence there is some hope for D&G bags. Lovely distressed buffalo leather, handsome colour combination of light and dark brown and gold hardware. Small detailing of studs and a metal D-ring that hooks a champagne gold metal chain. The chain adds a rock star vibe, making the otherwise simple tote even more appealing. Comes with a detachable canvas shoulder strap for slinging across your body and a removeable inner pouch which you can use seperately. Very functional design! Great for everyday use and will work with a lot of outfits. Best part of all, no huge D&G logos anywhere to be seen on the exterior of the bag:-P

The D&G store in Forum Shopping Mall has this tote in 2 sizes. The larger one is in this brown combination as featured, but the smaller one is in a all dark brown colour. I prefer this light and dark brown combination. I miss out on buying the larger tote as I was too hesitant. It sold out in a week after I seen it.

(This bag is from the cruise collection.)

Retail price: SGD $869 (Small size, as featured in the pics here) SGD $1099 (Large size).
Where to buy: D&G Boutique at Forum, The Shopping Mall

The Material Boy #16

Lanvin Suede High Cut Trainers With Copper Toe Caps

I am on the fence about this pair of trainers. By itself, I adore the design. Very interesting contrast of suede and mirrored copper leather on the toe caps. The combination of copper, grey, and beige colour is fresh. However, when I try to picture myself pairing this with my usual outfits, jeans, skinny pants and tees...it does not seem to work for me. Maybe I am wrong. The drawback of online shopping is that you cannot try out your potential purchases to make a decision whether it works for you in reality. So with a hefty price tag of UK 355 pounds, I am holding back the impulse to buy these. Furthurmore, the other pair of Lanvin Oxford Shoe I featured here is also making the decision hard(as I like that too). All in all...I am thinking this thru and my search for a pair of high tops continues...

Retail price: UK 355 pounds. Where to buy: www.brownsfashion.com

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The Runway Sniper #01

I am starting another new category, called 'The Runway Sniper'...since I am like a 'sniper', aiming at fabulous collections and 'sniping' out all the things I find interesting and worthy of making it into my blog:-)

Here's the first:

D&G Fall Winter 2008/2009 Man Bags

I am getting a revival of interest in D&G bags. I see an improvement in their designs of bags and accessories range. And this spring season, some of the bags and accessories has risen from 'tacky-dom' (the kingdom of all things tacky) and are worthy of burning holes in consumer pockets. (BTW, point to note, the Dolce Gabbana men's bags from their mainline has yet to improve at all. Their DG monograms is one of the worst looking and I wonder what is their fascination with that. Strange that their second line offer better choices.)

Fall Winter 2008 for men sees the continuing trend. The bags are lovely. Masculine, interesting details such as brass push lock buckles, patchwork leather and alternating lengths of leather pocket straps. I love the rich brown colour and washed leather, perfect for fall and even everyday use. The 1st bag is my favourite with the push lock buckle:-)

Can't wait for the bags to arrive in the stores later this year.

And plaids are the big trend this coming fall winter season.