Celebrity Life

I personally find it quite difficult to figure out what I actually want for Christmas. In fact, I tend to focus too much on what I need, rather than what I want, and it’s not until the last second that I usually come up with ideas. But not this year. 2020 has been one hell of a year and I’ve made it my mission to dream big. I’ve searched everywhere, obviously from the comfort of my house, to come up with a list of items that are worthy of a 2020 Christmas Wish List.

Fornasetti

Being obsessed with interior design and contemporary art, I consider Fornasetti, helmed by renowned Italian artist Piero Fornasetti, a mecca for inimitable objects that go beyond their function. The new Metafisica Otto scented candle will be a great addition to my home.

Rodarte

I don’t think there’s anything quite as exciting as sequin embroidery, and this Rodarte floral double- breasted blazer is the perfect statement piece for just about any celebration.

Dior

I don’t think I can say it loudly enough: I can’t wait to travel again. Also, I want to do it with a DiorTravel Vanity Case embroidered with the blue Toile de Jouy motif.

Chloé

While I don't really need a specific reason to want an effortlessly chic Chloé Faye, the small shoulder bag in smooth and suede calfskin comes in pastel mint green, which is the unofficial colour of the year and a personal favourite.

Shinola

2020 was a great year for my vinyl collection and it’s about time I put my hands on the handcrafted rose gold Shinola Runwell turntable.

Bottega Veneta

I’ve been thinking about this egg yolk orange Bottega Veneta teddy shearling coat ever since I first saw it on the runway a few months ago. There’s no question that it will be a timeless addition to my winter wardrobe and a must in my 2020 Christmas wish list.

Delfina Delettrez

I’m all on board with the eye mania trend and I’ve been dreaming to wear this Delfina Delettrez 18kt champagne gold “Eyes on me” diamond and sapphire earring.

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When it comes to luxury, you can rest assured that Prestige has it covered. But with the sheer multitude, let alone variety, released regularly on the landscape, it can become rather difficult to figure out the best from the rest or to even pick up the newest and most exciting. As luck would have it, our editors are forever on the look out: discovering on-the-rise labels, picking up new products from cult brands and the finding the most desirable items there are. So for those that are curious what that might be, keep scrolling to discover what made the cut in our weekly Most Coveted list.

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Amid the trying times right now, we all need a little strength, positivity and kindness more than ever. And Italian luxury brand Bottega Veneta is aiming to do just that with the launch of a new Virtual Residency programme.

This multi-platform plan will see a muse, collaborator or talent take over the newly-created mini-site showing off works that inspire them, be it film, music or art. On weekends, the platform will host cooking segments from chefs and/or host live music performances with a Sunday movie night thrown into the mix.

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Bottega Veneta’s creative director Daniel Lee will be the first to person to kickstart this programme.

[inline-quote author="Daniel Lee, Creative Director of Bottega Veneta"]"Creativity and strength lie at the heart of Bottega Veneta. In this highly distressing time, we feel a responsibility to celebrate those values and ignite a sense of joy and hope in our community and beyond. "[/inline-quote]

You can access the Residency through Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music and SoundCloud, as well as Bottega Veneta’s website.

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When it comes to luxury, you can rest assured that Prestige has it covered. But with the sheer multitude, let alone variety, released regularly on the landscape, it can become rather difficult to figure out the best from the rest or to even pick up the newest and most exciting. As luck would have it, our editors are forever on the look out: discovering on-the-rise labels, picking up new products from cult brands and the finding the most desirable items there are. So for those that are curious what that might be, keep scrolling to discover what made the cut in our weekly Most Coveted list.

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Whether you like it or not, the mini bag trend is here to stay. Season after season, designers have introduced new colourways and silhouettes that leave us wanting more. While we know that these bags are not made for practicality,  there is no denying their dainty charm. So in no particular order, here are some of our favorite silhouettes that we are currently coveting and that will pair well with any outfit choice. 

Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton has recently unveiled two new wrist bags for SS20. The miniature bags dubbed the ‘Mini Monogrammed Bumbag’ and ‘Palmsprings Wrist Bag’ boasts Louis Vuitton’s iconic signature monogram print. Black leather straps are complemented with gold-tone detailing accent hardware. Completing the bag is a centred “Louis Vuitton Paris” logo, to fortify the branding (in case you've missed it somehow). 

The bracelet bags will be available for purchase once released in January of 2020, and is marked at approximately HK$5,900.

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Jacquemus

When it comes to micro bags, Simone Porte Jacquemus is the name to know. Jacquemus’ ‘Le Chiquiti’ bag is crafted in rubberised leather with the iconic “J” branding in the corner. The uniqueness of the bag lies in its detachable leather strap which can be knotted it around your arm or wrist -- much like a bracelet. The mini bags retail for approximately HK$2,020 and are available now through Jacquemus’ online shop.  

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Bottega Veneta

With Daniel Lee as the Creative Director of Bottega Veneta, he has amassed a strong following which includes the likes of Rihanna and Rosie Huntington-Whitely. His work also spawned the creation of the Instagram account, @NewBottega. So rounding out our top three, is Bottega Veneta’s ‘The Pouch 20’. The bag features a magnetic frame engulfed in handwoven leather while a slim leather shoulder strap allows the bag to be carried cross-body. ‘The Pouch 20’ arrives in various colourways and the price ranges from HK$9,700 to HK$12,850. 

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Hermès

You'll have a harder time finding the next bag, but once you get, you won't regret it. The Hermès Kelly is one of the world's most coveted bag and if you didn't know, the bag was originally dubbed the “Sac à Dépêches” but was later renamed after actress Grace Kelly in 1977. If you're searching for this bag, you will have to call your local Hermès shop to try to arrrange one.

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Fendi

With the holiday season just around the corner, Fendi's 'Baguette Mini' from Nicki Minaj's 'Fendi Prints On' collection is the perfect festive option. The bag sees a unique mirror-effect arriving in silver leather detailing while it's equipped with detachable shoulder straps which allows it to be worn on the shoulder or cross-body. Completing the bag is Fendi's iconic 'FF' logo adorned in silver sequins. Whether you wear it for a festive party or just for a night out, the bag will set you back HK$20,200.

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To reiterate, we know these bags are not practical but they are pretty and cute. There's no right or wrong way to carry a mini bag, it's all about owning the look, experimenting, and trying out different ways to rock them. One would even say that it's therapeutic and see it as a way of "Marie Kondo-ing" your daily life.

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