I travel a lot – both for work and for family reasons (I live in Sweden but my family is in Ireland and South Africa). Long journeys of up to 30 hours are not unusual. I am not afraid… Read More ›
Handbag of the Day (HOTD)
What I use to condition my leather
That’s right. I don’t put anything on my leather to oil, moisturize, treat or clean it. Not handbags, shoes, jackets, binders or boots. In fact, when I buy something pre-loved I usually specify if I am not sure that… Read More ›
HOTD #55 – Lexon Pink and Khaki Shopper: LN502KP
Have written about this bag before here. I really like it for many reasons – it is light, hardy, waterproof, fits A4, stands upright, is well designed and has a firm protective base (similar to a Converse sneaker) which you… Read More ›
HOTD #54 – Burgundy Lush ‘Stam’
This also came from Lush and is a gorgeous burgundy colour. Not too heavy despite the detachable metal chain.
HOTD #53 – Lush Biker Bags in Orange and Brown
These are really lovely bags. At one stage I bought many many bags from Lush. They are cheap, the quality is excellent and their service is quick – 3 days door to door. They do good interpretations of currently popular… Read More ›
HOTD #52 – Longchamp Le Pliage
I have two of these bags – one is medium sized with short handles and the other one is large with long handles. I have never been able to use them as handbags. I need a more structured bag with… Read More ›
HOTD #51 – Francesco Biasia Secret Love
I have these in Cinnamon, Jade and Gold. They are very well designed with several internal and external compartments and pockets. They are also light. The leather is gorgeous – soft but also tough. After I bought these, Francesco Biasia… Read More ›
HOTD #50 – Marc Jacobs Canvas Shopper
This is one of my canvas totes – it was on half price sale at our nearest Marc Jacobs retailer and I had some vouchers so I got it for almost nothing – about £8. I use it with… Read More ›
HOTD #49 – Black P.A.P. briefcase
I love this one to bits. Probably the most professional and smart bag I own. It is make of very thick very tough leather and I have only ever seen one of them. Very well designed with three internal compartments… Read More ›
HOTD #48 – Mock Croc Tote
This is another bag that I use to carry my papers. It is a bucket shape which means it stands up and can hold A4 pages both lying down and standing up. It is especially nice for carrying bottles of… Read More ›
