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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to check out the love-inspired bags that will be everywhere in the coming days. Whether you are buying them for a loved one or for yourself (because, why not, right?), designer houses like Balenciaga, Dior, Gucci, Loewe and Louis Vuitton have lined up their Valentine’s Day exclusives just for the occasion.

In alphabetical order, the list starts with Balenciaga’s Hourglass Mini Handbag With Chain Heart (SGD1650) in shiny white calfskin printed with red hearts all over the front and back. The curved silhouette of the Hourglass has gained popularity of late, and this new option looks set on being another hot favourite. BALENCIAGA

The Medium Lady D-Lite Bag (SGD7700) falls under Dior’s Cupidon, a new line of signature bags (and accessories) decorated with romantic Greek-inspired embroidery. The Lady D-Lite is perfect for all your daily needs, measuring 24 cm wide and 20 cm high. Each bag is sold together with a wide (and reversible) shoulder strap, allowing you to wear it across the body, slung over the shoulder and more. DIOR

Do take note that Gucci’s Valentine’s Day Small Heart Bag (SGD1890) is only available in-store at ION Orchard, but you can always view the bag online before heading down to take a look. The novel heart-shaped bag is further elevated with the word ‘LOVE’, rendered in beige/ebony GG Supreme canvas which is as classic as it gets. GUCCI

The Nano Amazona (SGD1650) makes a return in the exciting Red/Warm Desert colour, a beautiful pairing of Anagram jacquard and calfskin paired with gold-tone hardware. The tiny nano (12 cm by 8 cm) makes for the perfect grab-and-go, with the extra Loewe chain sling to give you that hands-free look. LOEWE

Lastly, Louis Vuitton’s Félicie Pochette (SGD2160) is back as a special edition for Valentine’s Day, made entirely out of Monogram Vernis patent calf leather embossed with the monogram pattern. Different parts of the motif are highlighted in a contrasting colour, all inspired by the glow of neon lights. Each bag (or pochette) is sold together with a removable zipped pocket and an extra flat pocket with eight card slots, giving you a chic little bag that’s super versatile to boot. LOUIS VUITTON

For more information, kindly visit the brands’ respective sites 

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE RESPECTIVE BRANDS