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A frame is all about providing a structural element. Often, it serves as an additional layer of support for handbags and leather goods in general. This is surely what Dior had in mind when it unveiled the Dior Bobby Frame bag for the season.

Not only has its proportions lengthened and widened to a squarish shape (20 cm by 19.5 cm), the new Dior Bobby Frame also comes with sleek gold-tone hardware that doubles up as a structured frame.

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The Dior Bobby Frame bag is available in black and hazelnut box calfskin. However, the pièce de résistance must be the version in Dior Jardin d’Hiver calfskin. Painted and crafted by hand, the beautiful motif is a modern interpretation of Monsieur Dior’s wall tapestries. And the result is a sophisticated creation, with a tiny touch of vintage charm.

The adjustable sliding shoulder strap allows you to wear it easily over the shoulder, or across the body. The military-inspired CD buckle, one of the key signatures of the bag, also retains its prominent position up front.

Available in limited quantities at Dior Marina Bay Sands, the Beige Dior Jardin d’Hiver Dior Bobby Frame goes for SGD8900. The full-leather ones are priced slightly lower at SGD7200, with the black box calfskin available to reserve at both Dior ION Orchard and MBS.

For more information, do visit DIOR.com

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