Ad Campaigns And Catalogues #63

Below: Bottega Veneta's Spring Summer Men's Bags... Eye popping colours, luxurious materials and classic sophistication thrown into one:-) My favourite, the wine red coloured Ostrich Duffel... Love at first sight...



Below: The croc tote looks equally alluring...

Below: Sporty Intrecciato Leather Duffel for the active guy or easy and classy Intrecciato Cabas for savvy gentlemen:-)

Below: My favourite model, Sebastian Lund with that gorgeous Intrecciato Cabas in gunmetal grey...

Below: Canvas duffel with a yellow stripe detail... bright colours are the trend for the coming summer...

Below: Another cabas to admire and desire...

Below: Intrecciato East West Leather Tote with a red and white stripe detailing makes the classic design pop and fresh!

Below: What about these new bag designs with an unusual eyelet and woven detailing running along the seams of the bag? The Sanguine (Wine colour) one catches my eye!

Below: Military styles seem to be all the rage this coming Spring Summer 2010, and it's a masculine and evergreen style...so this canvas tote will be a versatile and enduring bag companion. Notice the dual handles that you can probably shoulder carry or hand carry:-)

Bottega Veneta Spring Summer 2010 Men's Bags: Part 1

For SS2010, Tomas Maier did one of my favourite Bottega Veneta collections to date (my other favourite was from Spring Summer 2007). This Spring Summer 2010 sees a bold use of tie dye effects, eye popping colours of bright fuchsia, Sanguine reds, purples mixed with a neutral palette of army greens, truffle, warm cigar and blacks. The visual effect is one of a jaunty mood, full of energy, infused into the athletic/tailored looks. Just look at those colourful tie dye jackets, knits and scarves. From the city to the beaches, there is no stopping the Bottega Veneta man this Spring Summer. Beyond immaculate dressing, he is surrounded by gorgeous bags that is sure to be the envy of his fellow peers. I know I am envious cos' I want those bags!

Here's a preview of the Spring Summer 2010 bags with larger view and details to ogle at. I am a recently converted Ostrich leather fan, so you can imagine my excitement to see that Wine Red Coloured Ostrich Duffel (Love at first sight!). Another bag worthy of mention is the classic Intrecciato Cabas in gunmetal grey, as carried by my favourite model, Sebastian Lund. BV Cabas are a work of art involving masterful workmanship to create the bag. U are paying for highly exclusive skills in addition to a beautiful bag. I also adore the Intrecciato East West Tote with red and white stripe detailing, adding a pop of summery zest to an otherwise classic design.

This is just part one of my Bottega Veneta SS2010 preview. More to come, meanwhile enjoy and get 'seduced'... I know I am!

Source: Bottega Veneta

Musings And Amusing...

Below: We learn something new each day... new word 'Heavage'...Confess if you are 'guilty'!:-P

Below: Are you a 'heavage' guy?:-P

Word Of The Day: Heavage... And Other 'A-musings'...

I came across this interesting post on this funny site. Female perspective of men's dressing. It's really funny and 'cut throat'. But I like it, makes me laugh after reading. Enjoy some humour for Tues! First up, a new word for the day...:-) Are you one of the guys who committed the 'Heavage' fashion taboo? This is what the site wrote:

Word du Jour: Heavage
Deep v-neck shirts may make our top 10 worst male fashion offenses, but metrosexual men care not. They've now bared enough chest to create a new word: heavage. It's everything you fear — man cleavage, or when a low-cut or unbuttoned shirt reveals chest hair and pecs.

And here's more... click here for pics to match the descriptors for maximum humour:-) Have any of you committed any of these Worst Male Fashion Offenses as well? I love white shoes and skinny jeans...oops!

10 Worst Male Fashion Offenses

1) Low V-Neck Shirts
While some men can pull off this American-Apparel look, most agree that it's generally offensive.

2) Popped Collars
Hopefully, men are slowly realizing that this is a fashion don't!

3) White Shoes
White shoes were banned from the Australian nightclub. You all want to ban them too.

4) Baggy Jeans
We don't need to see any boxers or butt cracks.

5) Skinny Jeans
So baggy jeans are out, but so are skinny jeans according to you guys. Sounds like men need to find a nice in between fit.

6) 'Manpris' (Male version of capri pants:-P)
Let's choose either shorts or pants, OK?

7) T-Shirts With Stupid Slogans
Nobody's laughing.

8) Ed Hardy
All of you seem to agree that these designs just don't work. But we might be seeing more Ed Hardy – the brand is set to launch a line of baby products.

9) Sideways or Backwards Baseball Hats
It might work with Travis Barker's look, but most of you only want to see a baseball hat worn the correct way.

10) Flip-Flops Worn Anywhere but the Beach
Flip-flops with jeans: not a good look.

So which one do you agree most?:-P For me the pop collars, Ed Hardy and flip flops!

Source: Très Sugar

My MANy Bags Sales Updates #41

Hugo Boss Sale Starts Fri, 11 Dec In Singapore

New to join markdown season this week will be German label, Hugo Boss. I am surprised Hugo Boss is having their sale this early in Dec, which they usually do it on boxing day. So good news to those guys who wants masculine modern pieces for work or play. Sale will start on Fri, 11 Dec 2009. Discounts usually starts at 40% off. Hugo Boss store in Ngee Ann City & Ion Orchard, Counter at DFS Scottswalk, Boss Orange boutique at the new Mandarin Gallery will be your points of 'sale loot'. (And while you are at Ngee Ann City, do drop by the revamped duplex level Louis Vuitton boutique that is spanking new with Cruise 2010 collections ready for purchase:) I love the red/orange checks bermudas...)

And since Hugo Boss is managed by Kwang Sia in Singapore, I assume all the other brands under this fashion conglomerate will have their markdowns too. So there's a chance DSquared2 will see sale signs on their storefront this Friday! Y3 at Mandarin Gallery is currently having a 30% storewide discount, I also wonder if more discount will be offered come Friday.

Sale season is in full force... credit card meltdown impending...

Source: Hugo Boss

My MANy Bags News #165

Congrats! Christopher Bailey Collects His MBE From Buckingham Palace

"I am both honoured and humbled to be named a member of the British Empire by Her Majesty The Queen. This award also recognises the incredible team that I work with and it is privilege to be a part of Burberry a great British brand."
Christopher Bailey, Burberry Chief Creative Officer

Well said, a boss and a man who is not afraid to share his glory and success:-) On Dec 4 2009, Christopher Bailey, Burberry Chief Creative Officer, collected his MBE from Buckingham Palace in London.

Christopher was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in Queen Elizabeth II's Birthday 2009 Honours List in June 2009 for his services to the Fashion Industry.

Congrats yet again!

Source: Burberry