Celine Mini Luggage in Navy Blue

I didn't get any Christmas presents. Well technically I do have some but the parcel from my family is currently lost in transit and is making us all very nervous.

However, I did have one present that I kept aside for Christmas Day but it's more of a "To me, love me" kind of thing. How desperately sad.

Anyway, meet my new handbag and isn't she grown up?

I wanted a structured bag for work - something that would hold my laptop, charger, wallet, mobile phones, notepads, lipsticks and sunglasses case, yet still leave room for more. Because God knows, I love to cram the crap into a handbag.

The criteria was therefore:

1) Structure - strong, classic shape with very little slouch.
2) Size - proportionate to my size and big enough to accommodate everything.
3) Classic colour - a shade that would work with the majority of my wardrobe.

It all sounds very considered doesn't it?

In truth I immediately thought of the Mini Luggage by Celine. I love the history of the brand, it's recent invigoration and the fact that its not as obvious as some.

And yes, I also like the fact that from the front it looks like a sad robot.

It's classic with a slight twist. And it fits the bill exactly.

The leather is gorgeous. Whilst I am petrified of it getting scratched it feels sturdy and strong. The dark navy is perfect, wavering between black and the darkest navy shade. For work, and for smarter days out this is going to be my closest companion. It does make me feel like a big girl :) 

It's first official outing came on Christmas Day. And it was an exciting time...

I just feels so classic and....right.

Of course, such a classic and sensible purchase shall mean that in 2012 there will be a ridiculous bag splurge...I am thinking of white or cream quilting ;) 

Jeans: H&M
Shirt: H&M
Blazer: River Island
Bag: Celine
Sunglasses: Rayban
Watch: Rolex
Shoes: Steve Madden - Stokker

Before I go....the shoes!

These are amazing! I have had these since the summer and have only just started wearing them out and about. The height makes me about 5ft 11 BUT they are actually comfortable! Okay they did require some wearing around the flat to break them in first (apologies to the people that live beneath me and probably wondered about the elephant walking above them) but nevertheless, they make me want to run to Steve Madden and get more platform pumps. :)


 Hope you are all well and if you braved the Boxing Day sales, I commend you! :)