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Rubber is a great material for several reasons. Besides its lightweight nature, it is also waterproof and cleans easily with a simple wipe. On the flip side, it can also get ‘dried out’ and brittle if you don’t use it often enough. Although that won’t happen if you use it at least once a week, so do take note.

And if you are on the lookout for more whimsical rubber offerings to add to your daily wardrobe, here are six you need to check out now.

01 – Bottega Veneta Card Case, SGD300
Simple yet effective, Bottega Veneta’s rubber silicone SLG comprises dual slots for holding cards and folded cash. This delightful offering comes in Surf, a cool blue tone, complete with the Italian fashion house’s signature Intrecciato detailing all over both front and back. BOTTEGA VENETA

02 – Celine Triomphe Dog Toy, SGD310
Whether you plan to use it to amuse your pup or let it decorate your tabletop, the charm of Celine’s Triomphe Dog Toy is undeniable. A gentle squeeze of the rubber ‘bone’ also turns it into a stress ball, with the Triomphe design further adding to its textural appeal. CELINE

03 – Fendi Cloud Slides, SGD790
You’ll soon be walking on sunshine and fluffy clouds with Fendi’s funky slides. Each pair features moulded rubber with an elevated platform, as well as a wide upper band with FF motifs. Colour choices for the season include Beige, Black and Orange. FENDI

04 – Hermès Apple Watch Deployment Buckle Kilim Strap, SGD499
Available from 22 September in Singapore, this is part of Hermès’ latest launch in conjunction with Apple’s Watch Series 9. The chunky motif on the strap takes inspiration from the maison’s jewellery line. What’s different this time is that it comes in full rubber with a single tour deployment buckle. HERMÈS

05 – Loewe iPhone 14 Pro Max Case, SGD450
Good news for those who aren’t switching over yet. Loewe has a special phone case in diamond rubber with the label’s oversized Anagram logo. Each case comes with an additional strap, so you can wear it like a lanyard around your neck. LOEWE

06 – Louis Vuitton Mini Soft Trunk Rubber, SGD5100
The outer shell of Louis Vuitton’s Mini Soft Trunk is made entirely of recycled rubber and plastic. This is thanks to a custom mould, which also imparts special LV initials styled as a recycling symbol, reaffirming the brand’s commitment to sustainability. Accompanying the rubber exterior is a removable interior leather pouch. LOUIS VUITTON

For more information, do visit the brands’ respective sites

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE RESPECTIVE BRANDS