Arm candy 101: Investing in an It-bag for less
When it comes to bags, women are never running short of styles to add to their wish list. But for many of us, spending the equivalent of a month’s mortgage –if not more– on a fashion accessory is something that should be considered wisely. And even if you’re willing to spend that kind of money, many designs never go on sale, and some are even on a permanent, ever-elusive wait list.
Purchasing a pre-loved designer bag can on the other hand spare you a lot of money – between 30 and 70% off the original retail price. While a few pre-loved specialists sell second-hand luxury bags online, this option is not for everyone. Sometimes you just need to feel and see the –expensive– arm candy for yourself. Enter Maxi-Cash: the brand now retails pre-loved designer bags in their HarbourFront Centre and Toa Payoh stores. From Hermès to Louis Vuitton and Chanel to Gucci, the company selected the most iconic luxury brands starting from S$600. And buying a pre-loved bag doesn’t mean you’ll have to settle for an unusual or seasonal colour –say studded AND pink– the bags range at Maxi-Cash features timeless shades like black or blue thalassa.
Now that you know how to save on your next arm candy, all you have left to do is curate a design that fits your personal flair. A sophisticated structured bag like Hermès Birkin or Louis Vuitton St Jacques will be the perfect ally if your daily routine involves running between the office and your child’s doc appointment, while a Chanel 2.55 or Hermès Kelly might be more suitable for a less active lifestyle. For some matching outfit ideas, get inspired by our photo story featuring a selection of preloved bags currently available at Maxi-Cash.
Photography: Caleb and Gladys
Model: Yi Yan
Styling: Mathilde Thommeret
Manicure: Rebecca Chuang
This post was brought to you by Maxi-Cash.