Gucci Large Bamboo Bag

There is something very cool about this Gucci bag that I like despite it being made of the tired Gucci GG fabric. I guess it carries some elements of the old Gucci Italian charm that has gradually disappeared since the last few collections. My infatuation with the New Jackie has gone, substituted and fulfilled by my beloved Balenciaga Work until I have the spare money to spend on it, again, I think, but this Bamboo bag stole my attention and has stuck in my head for about a month now since I first saw it in the Paragon Gucci store. Available in both full leather and GG fabric for GBP1,340 and GBP1,020 respectively. It could also be the size and the slouch, whatever it is, it is just charming me.

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Gucci Snowman in Africa

Gucci brought snowman to Africa. Obviously not literally – it would have melted in no time (duh…!!!). The Snowman in Africa is Gucci’s fifth year edition of supporting UNICEF for good cause and 25% of the sales of the limited edition items would be donated to UNICEF. For Cruise 2010, the theme is Snowman in Africa. The collection consists of an illustration book, keychains, coin pouch, wrislet and as usual, limited edition Joy Boston bags. The Boston bag is available in two designs: Elephant and Snowman printed canvas (GBP440) and Canvas with patchwork (GBP1,520). I am not sure I really like them but I am definitely supporting them for the good cause. View the full collection here and shop for goodness’ sake!

Patchwork front and back view:

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