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Off-White camera bag review

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off white camera bag review

pictured: Off-White camera bag converts from cross body bag to belt bag / full outfit post here /

As much as I love fun and trendy handbags, I tend to stick with conventional colors and designs. Not this season! I looked at my current handbag rotation for spring, and decided I needed something a little bit different, and fun, for the upcoming warm weather season. Bring in the convertible camera bag by Off-White!

Off-White is an edgy, mens’ and women’s brand which is new on the fashion map. They have an urban vibe, which is part luxury, part street style. If you like urban street style with a dose of luxury, Off-White will be your new go-to brand! The company offers a range of handbag styles which are functional yet fashion-forward. I love how the brand pushes the envelope. So, when I see something I like, I want a little piece of it.

As we move into spring, and eventually summer, I start to think about my warm weather lifestyle. During the warmer months, we take more vacations, and do more family activities which require un-fussy accessories. A handbag which offers a hands-free option, is the perfect way for me to enjoy vacations, sight-seeing, and family activities. When I noticed Off-White had this convertible camera bag for the spring season, I decided it was my way of enjoying the Off-White brand, and getting something fun yet practical at the same time. This was a good purchase!

My Off-White camera bag has turned into my go-to bag. I find myself wearing it roughly five days per week. I love the comfortable, seat-belt material cross body strap. This Off-White camera bag also features a second leather strap, which easily attaches to the back of the bag to turn it into a belt bag. While I am anti-belt bag, I have to admit this is a nice feature to have; just in case I need to wear the bag that way!

The camera bag by Off-White features two interior slit pockets, a secure zipper closure, an outside pocket which is nice for tickets and papers, and two detachable straps; one cross body strap, and one belt bag strap. The handbag is small, yet fits everything I need on a daily basis such as a wallet, lipstick, keys, sunglasses, iPhone, and a small point-and-shoot camera.

Off-White Camera Bag interior

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pictured: Off-White camera bag with black/white diagonal lines / lipstick / lip balm / sunglasses / iPhone case / wallet /

The exterior of the bag features a detachable paper clip, which if removed, gives the bag a more formal look. You can really make this bag your own by moving or removing the paper clip, and wearing the strap of your choice. I love all of the options this bag features!

Another thing I love about my Off-White camera bag is the quality. This bag is made with sturdy materials, and the stitching is top notch. This is definitely a hearty bag that can be used for travel and everyday wear. I’m starting to think I need to pick up a couple more in additional colors! I chose the black/white stripe version, but it does come in seasonal colors too. Love!

This is a fabulous bag to add to your collection. It’s priced just under $1000, and offers what we all need in an everyday, small bag. Since it is a convertible bag, it’s like two bags in one! So, if you were thinking of buying a belt bag, and a cross body bag, you can save some money and look at this convertible, two bags in one option! Love it!

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Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

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5 Ultra-Cool handbag designers under $1000 to know now

 in Handbags / Shopping  tagged boyy / by far / pop and suki / spring 2019 / staud / wandler by

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Handbag designers under $1000 from top left: Boyy tote bag / Wandler white handbag / Pop and Suki take out box handbag / Staud PVC tote (hot IT bag!) (see my review here) / By Far train case handbag /

In a world full of really expensive handbags, it’s nice to know there are IT bags priced well under $1000. In addition to handbags having an IT factor, there is an uprising of ultra-cool handbag designers which are carried by fashion insiders, and bear absolutely no logo’s what-so-ever. Hear that? I’ll say it again, no logos.

The ultra-cool thing to do at the moment, is to carry a handbag which bears no logo, and offers an unique silhouette. 2019 is all about fabulous handbags which are eye-catching, and bear the name of a designer only those in-the-know will actually be able to identify. This is not the year to flaunt your handbag designer’s name, this is the year to make people wonder who you are carrying, and make people covet your bag. Oh-but wait! There’s more!

These incognito IT bags bear one more interesting fact; they are priced under $1000. Say whaaa-aaat??

That’s right! You can carry an ultra-cool handbag, coveted by fashion industry insiders, for under $1000. This means we can all be cool on a budget. Of course, if your budget is $3000, then you can carry three bags instead of one. Loving this!

Handbag designers with bags priced under $1000 were all over the streets of New York at fashion week. Fashion buyers, journalists, and more were carrying these highly covetable bags, and those not-in-the-know, were left scratching their heads.

So, without further ado, here are five designer handbag brands to covet, watch, and buy, in 2019; and you won’t have to break the bank doing it. Love!

Boyy

This cool-girl handbag brand has been around for many seasons, but starting last year, it started to gain traction. While a few of their styles barely hover above $1000, and under $1100, the majority of their handbag styles are under $1000. Boyy bags are highly desired by big name fashion journalists who work for iconic fashion publications, as well as quiet yet important fashion industry insiders. This is the bag to own now. Pick your favorite style, and be fabulous.

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Wandler

Wandler is one of the coolest yet unknown handbag designers out there. They have several must-have styles priced well under $1000. The white one shown above is their most popular bag of-the-moment. This designer handbag brand is on the move upwards, so it’s a good time to invest in one now. Love!

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By Far

By Far is a hot new name on the streets, and they are creating fabulous handbags carried by insiders which are priced well under $1000. That train case has already reached IT status, it was everywhere on the streets of New York Fashion Week. Grab one before it sells out.

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Pop and Suki

Pop and Suki got on the map with their take-out box. These unique handbags are starting to pop up on the arms of insiders everywhere. They have styles priced under $500, and even under $100! Whaaaa-aaaat?! Yup, that’s right! This is an ultra-cool, cool-girl bag you can carry without budgeting for months. Grab your favorite color.

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Staud

Well, Staud needs no introduction. You have seen these bags all over Instagram, and they are continually all over the arms of fashion industry insiders everywhere. I own two of their bags, and I want more, more, and more! My greed factor is real with this one! These bags are priced well under $1000, $500, and even under $300. They have a ton of street cred, cool-girl vibes, and functionality. What did I just say? Yes, these bags are quality and easy to use on a daily basis. I have a big crush on them, and you should too!

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There you have it! If you are looking for an ultra-cool, IT bag priced under $1000, these are the brands to watch, browse, and buy. They won’t break the bank, and they are way cooler than any designer logo bag; which are so last year anyway.

Which handbag designer under $1000 is your favorite?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Mansur Gavriel Train Case cross body handbag review

 in Handbags  tagged handbag reviews / mansur gavriel / reviews by

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pictured: Mansur Gavriel Train Case in saddle  /

One of the most popular handbag styles right now is the train case. We are seeing designers create round, oval, square, and rectangular versions of the classic train case in 2019. While designers are loving the train case handbag style, consumers are gravitating towards it more and more every season. Remember when circle bags emerged as an IT handbag style back in 2016? Well, the train case takes the travel bag concept a step further with variations in design and size.

Mansur Gavriel has been one of my favorite handbag designers for several years. They make their handbags in Italy by skilled artisans who have been crafting leather goods for generations. While their bags are top quality, their prices are remarkably affordable considering the excellent quality with which they are made. The Mansur Gavriel Train Case is no exception. This is a sturdy, well-made bag which can easily be a work-horse; without looking like one! Love that!

I purchased my Mansur Gavriel Train Case earlier this year, and brought it to fashion week to wear for the first time. I loved being able to carry it like a traditional train case, by the handle, while also having the option of using the shoulder strap when I needed to be hands free. The shoulder strap is detachable, and can easily be coiled and stored inside the handbag. The top handle, is equally practical. It can flatten, which helps it pack easily inside of a suitcase without wasting space. It was really easy to travel with!

Mansur Gavriel Train Care interior capacity

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When I was at fashion week, I carried around my wallet, lipstick, point-and-shoot camera, iPhone, and sunglasses. At home, I carry around those items too, as well as a set of keys. Everything fits nicely inside the bag, with plenty of room to spare. There are also five, slim pockets inside of the Mansur Gavriel Train Case. These pockets are helpful for organizing small items, but will not fit a phone. They are also too wide to be used for cash or credit cards. The pockets are great for stuffing items such as extra Kleenex, securing lipstick, and keeping small objects such as coins from slipping around inside the bag. Large items will all need to go into the middle of the bag. Since the train case is wide and not too tall, nothing can get lost inside; it is easy to see what you have inside the bag and grab it without making a big production.

Mansur Gavriel always uses soft leather. For the train case, Mansur Gavriel uses soft calf skin which is treated to be a stiff and structured silhouette. While the train case appears stiff, the leather is still soft, and can scratch easily. You can see the indentations inside my bag from repeated use. The dents are inside the bag and do not show on the outside, but they are reminder that this isn’t the bag you take to your daughter’s soccer game and throw on the grass. This is a bag you keep care of.

All in all, the Mansur Gavriel Train Case is a fun handbag to add to one’s handbag collection. While the train case silhouette is a hot trend in handbags right now, the style is inherently classic. This makes the train case by Mansur Gavriel a beautiful investment bag to be kept and enjoyed for many years to come. It will always have a vintage appeal, as well as an understated look.

This bag can be carried for casual occasions, as well as dressed up and worn to a tea, shower, or ladies lunch. It is very versatile, and packs easily in a suitcase! Love!

The Mansur Gavriel Train Case is selling out quickly for the spring season, if you love it, snap one up now! You can find it in stock online here.

Which color is your favorite?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

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