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For minimalist-minded folk on the hunt for a leather crossbody bag that exudes quality but won’t break the bank, contemporary bag brands are a great place to start looking. Besides affordability, such labels often offer timeless, modern silhouettes that you will undoubtedly get a lot of wear out of.
01 - Mansur Gavriel Classic Mini Crossbody, from SGD595
New York-based Mansur Gavriel is the maker of that famed bucket bag. Most love its simple yet modern bags that incorporate exceptional materials that promise to last. Case in point? Its Classic Mini Crossbody that measures just 16 cm by 15 cm.
The understated made-in-Italy darling features a slim silhouette with clean lines. An adjustable strap further allows for effortless transitions no matter the occasion. You’ll find the style in either textured leather (SGD595) or the brand’s signature vegetable tanned leather (SGD795) in a handful of neutral shades. MANSUR GAVRIEL
02 - Polène Paris Tonca, USD540
Parisian label Polène Paris is all about minimalist and functional leather goods in unique shapes and at fair prices. Artisans in Ubrique, Spain, handmake each of its bags, including the 17 cm by 24 cm Tonca.
Using a wooden mould, a series of folds shape the bag’s round silhouette before blending into a twisted metal buckle. Then a top magnetic flap closure secures the interior, while an adjustable shoulder strap offers added versatility. The Tonca comes a choice of either smooth or full-grained texture calf leather, in nine colours. POLÈNE PARIS
03 - RSVP Paris Golden Eyes, SGD661
Design studio RSVP Paris’ classic and timeless leather creations are rooted in French savoir-faire. One of its versatile designs that works for all occasions? The emblematic Golden Eyes bag that gets its quirky name from two pieces of gold-tone hardware that form a face. This detail subtly counterbalances its refined rectangular silhouette.
Crafted from a single piece of leather, the simplistic-but-never-boring style measures 22 cm by 18 cm. It also comes with an adjustable strap for crossbody or shoulder wear. Plus, the strap is removable so you can unclip its carabiners and transform it into a clutch. Pick from 12 colours across smooth, grained, suede and embossed croc leather. RSVP PARIS
04 - Sézane Claude Bag, SGD580
There’s no denying the appeal of Sézane’s designs that have mastered the art of chic yet affordable Parisian style. The brand’s easy elegance aesthetic translates to its line of bags too, including the Claude. The sleek half-moon bag with its signature clasp makes for a great wardrobe staple.
Despite measuring just 15.5 cm by 20 cm, it is roomier than it appears. Multiple pockets further allow for easy organisation, with a selection of 15 colours in either smooth or croc-embossed leather. You can also personalise yours with up to three characters on the back of the Claude Bag, thanks to a complimentary gold-stamping service. SÉZANE
For more information, do visit the brands’ respective sites
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