What's in Your Bag?
Every woman needs a bag that is versatile, functional, and beautiful. And what she carries inside it can say a lot about her
French fashion designer and writer Sonia Rykiel once said, "With only one bag, you can change your outfit completely."
More than just a simple accessory that carries your stuff, it is considered to be a fashion statement that can make or break a woman's style. How it looks and how you use it defines your personality. More than just a piece of storage for women, most women—if not all—look at bags as works of art. With so many kinds, varieties, and sizes available as choices, it it can be quite a challenge for someone to decide on one.
Whatever reason for wanting or needing a bag, the bottom line remains: its design, combined with its function, makes it a must-have accessory. Here, we come up with the kind of bag every type of woman carries with her... And what's inside!
Mini Johnny Crossbody Bag, P24,500 by Danse Lente; The Jackie O. White with Pink Lenses, P2,500 by Privé Revaux; Prebiotic 3-in-1 MultiMist, P1,750 by Murad; Arlésienne Velvet Hand Cream, P600 by L'Occitane; Clinique Pop Matte Lip Colour + Primer, P 1,200 by Clinique; Daisy Daisy Pour Femme Eau de Toilette, P1,350 by Monotheme
the millennial's mini bag
Packed with only the needed essentials, the millennial woman carries her bag like a power tool. A combination of Jackie O and Victoria Beckham with only the most necessary of things she needs like her phone, her lipstick, and her trusted credit card, she is a femme fatale wherever she goes to. No one can go easy on her, and everyone knows her bag is not just any bag... it's her symbol. She flings her modern bag over her shoulders like a boss and walks with it as people turn their heads and look at her with admiration.
Tom and Jerry x LeSportsac Basic Backpack The Chase, P6,250 by LeSportsac; Tom and Jerry x LeSportsac Rectangular Cosmetic Bag The Chase, P1,450 by LeSportsac; Beechwood Travel Paddle Brush, P1,750 by Acca Kappa; The Prodigy Black, P2,500 by Privé Revaux; 16oz Moonstone Traveler Bottle, P2,450 by S'well; No Makeup Blush, P1,850 by Perricone MD; Veluxe Brow Liner, P1,450 by MAC
the straight-a's backpack
Backpacks will never go old for our academic leaders. With its spacious storage and its rather quirky theme, it can carry all your needs for success. Filled with her books, her notes, her gadgets, and of course that compact organizer for her go-to makeup products, she will surely ace anything, not a problem. And as a reward, she can still head out and treat herself to a nice meal at her favorite place or hang out at the park for some leisure photography.
Karissa Duffle S Black, P8,550 by Samsonite; The Rogue Grey Rose Gold, P2,500 by Privé Revaux; Century Sea Foam Pearlescent Lacquer Ballpoint Pen, P3,990 by Cross; Pure Color Envy Sculpting Blush, P2,475, Double Wear Zero-Smudge Lengthening Mascara, P2,400 by Estée Lauder; Gel Lab Pro - Leave a Light On Collection, P925 by Deborah Lippmann
the go-getter's bag
While other women go for purses and clutches o carry what they need, this woman-on-a-mission, on the other hand, brings everything she needs that can fit in the best shoulder bag she can own. A size big enough to fit her makeup kit, her gadgets, and her work stuff are always her priorities. Just like a girl scout who's always ready, do not be surprised if you ask for a band-aid or medicine for migraine and she just casually hands it to your from her bag.
Blakely Tasha Drawstring Bucket Bag, P14,500 by Dooney & Bourke; Classic Century 14KT Gold Filled/Rolled Gold Ballpoint Pen, P11,090 by Cross; The Classic Brown, P2,500 by Privé Revaux; City Skin™ Age Defense Broad Spectrum SPF50 | PA++++, P3,450 by Murad; Izia, starting at P4,800 by Sisley Paris; Blush Prodige Illuminating Cheek Colour, P2,150 by Clarins
the EveryWoman's classic bag
One can define this woman's style as timeless and no other bag can exemplify this than the classic logogram hobo bag. She carries only what she needs and she carries the bag with subtle elegance. A chic smelling perfume, a vintage-looking journal, and all the other classic details. She keeps it minimal for the most part without forgetting her signature retro feel. She is like your present-day Audrey Hepburn from the movie Breakfast at Tiffany’s, decked out her iconic black dress, with pearls accentuating her beauty, sitting by the table with that take-out coffee.
Coccinelle Crossbody Bag soon at rustans.com; Classic Century Black Lacquer Ballpoint Pen, P4,690 by Cross; The Grace Black Grey Tortoise, P2,500 by Privé Revaux; Fleur de Peau Eau de Parfum, P9,150 by Diptyque; A5 Notebook Black Brogue Monkian, P1,250 by Ted Baker; Versicolour Varnish Cream Lip Stain, P1,650 by MAC; Eye Opening Mascara, P2,150 by Bobbi Brown; Technakohl Liner, P1,200 by MAC
The minimalist's Crossbody Bag
The minimalist woman carries with her only her essentials. As a woman in her 30s and at her prime, her go-to bag is a simple saddle crossbody bag. This timeless piece can work with her simple day-to-day silhouettes. Inside, you will find her classic wallet, her monochromatic pen and notebook, and her basic beauty essentials. No need for additional weight; she knows what she needs.
Photographer: Oliver Tam and Frances Ulit
Art Director: Hans De Barras and Kevin Dexter Magno
Producer: Nana Valdueza
Image Stylist: Nana Valdueza and Camille Oliveras