I am determined to spice up my bag collection this year. Forget showy status symbols and “It” bags for the moment. Right now, I’d like to add different brands/styles to my collection that are not too mainstream and resist splurging on “It” bags… I hope. *crossing my legs*
A few weeks ago, I did some window shopping at Shangri-la Mall. I was drawn to the Lancel shop because of their Brigette Bardot bag display. Ms. Bardot launched this vegan line of totes and small handbags with the Lancel nearly two years ago.
Vegan Chic. Lancel’s tribute to the iconic Ms. Bardot is this drawstring bag, which was created using organic materials, in reference to Ms. Bardot’s firm advocacy for nature and the environment.
I spent quite a long time inside the Lancel shop trying on, scratch that, gushing over their bags — they are beautifully designed and of high quality. How come I’ve never owned a Lancel bag?
According to my jet-setting friend Tess, “pinipilahan ang Lancel sa Paris!” Where have I been?
It was Lancel at first sight…
My favorite: Lancel “Premium Flirt” bucket bag, mock croc Victoria Falls leather
I also found out that most of the Lancel bags are not as expensive as some of the “It” bags around so… This is IT! Ubusan! Haha!
Needless to say, I went a little nuts at Lancel.
My son Dylan has seen a lot of paper bags come and go in our home but nothing as gargantuan as the Lancel shopping bag. He was curious.
My shopping bag is bigger than yours! Haha! Dylan is too kyoot!
(Photo taken using Instagram)
Lancel is love
The week that I got my Lancel bags was the same week as Philippine Fashion Week. There couldn’t have been a better time to bring out my arm candies:
Lancel “Le Fabuleux Circus”. The ideal wallet for all your escapades!
Love it:
•Compact wallet/evening bag with multi compartments and a pen and notepad to boot
•Detachable chain, to transform your Fabuleux into the ideal companion for your evenings out
Wear it!
I wore the bag on the first day of Philippine Fashion Week.
Bag, Lancel; Dress, Tyler; Shoes, Alexander McQueen; Bracelet, Christina Brampti
(Photo taken using Instagram)
Lancel L’Adjani. This clever functional line, designed by Isabelle Adjaniis as simple as it’s indespensable.
Inspired by Isabelle Adjani shoulder bag, croc pattern leather, green color
Love it:
Structured, sturdy and stylish design
Multiple compartments
Wear it!
I wore the L’ Adjani during Mandarin Hotel’s Ilonggo “Diwal” Festival.
Bag, Lancel; Dress, Tyler; Shoes YSL; Sunglasses, Prada; Bracelets, Vita Fede
(Photo taken using Instagram)
Lancel “Columbine”. Ultra feminine line with its play of pleats and double pleats tells the story of an impossible love triangle between Pierrot, Colombine and Harlequin
Love it:
• Central zipped compartment flanked by two flat pockets
• One phone pocket and one zipped pocket
Wear it!
I used the Lancel Columbine during the second day of Philippine Fashion Week.
Bag Lancel; Blazer, Comme De Garçon; Shirt, Zara; Jeans, F21; Shoes, Martin Margiela
(Photo taken using Instagram)
Lancel “French Flair”. French women are known for for impeccable taste and elegance, that’s french Flair.
Love it:
• Reversible for two different materials and a lovely key chain.
• Buttery soft leather
Wear it!
Lunch at Benjarong, Dusit Manila Hotel
Bag, Lancel; Dress, Trina Turk; Shoes, Jeffrey Campbell; Sunglasses, Tom Ford
(Photo taken using Instagram)
Lancel “Dalidol”, Diligramme Collection. Like Lancel’s original bag for Salvador Dalí, this crossbody bag has 3 interior pockets and shiny gold details. The height of Dalí fashion.
Love it:
• Crossbody bag with adjustable strap
• Three gussets; Inside: flat pocket & quilted pocket
Wear it!
Fifth day of Philippine Fashion Week
Bag, Lancel; Blazer, Warehouse; Shirt, Zara; Skirt, Girbaud; Necklace, SM; Shoes, Celine, Paris
(Photo from Stylebible.ph)
Handle with care: Bag cleaners and leather moisturizers available too at Lancel.
Sometimes a little spice is all you need to add excitement to your bag collection. I’m so happy to have discovered Lancel bags — they are fun, functional, and as my friend Tess would describe them, “photogenic” too! Haha!
Shoppingera, visit Lancel now!
Lancel Unit 209, 2nd level. Shangri-la Edsa Plaza mall. Edsa corner Shaw Blvd.
Comments 1
Hi, i read you review and was wondering as you said lancel is not as expensive as the other “it” bag.. so i was wondering if you may share the price for the premium flirt? And do you know where can i buy one in singapore? Thanks,
Juliana