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Home » Fashion » Bags » The tale of the failed ban and the Ferragamo Kelly lookalike

The tale of the failed ban and the Ferragamo Kelly lookalike

July 3, 2011 Paris B 43 Comments

So I’ve been on a bag ban since last year. Naturally, its failed. Ok, failed twice over.

top handle classic

Thanks to the Ferragamo Kelly lookalike top handle classic bag/satchel/whathaveyou that followed me home from Singapore where I went to check out the annual Great Singapore Sale. My only purchase worth mentioning from my jaunt.

I believe it might be called the Ferragamo Katia satchel. Its saffiano calf leather, with a nice boxy design and a separate detachable strap so you can carry it on your shoulder. Its an unfussy classic design and although a little smaller than I’m used to, can fit quite a lot to my surprise. No names, no logos bar the clasp which you get or you don’t, and quiet elegance – just how I like my bags these days 🙂

I picked it up on sale (naturally, and so is probably an older design that may not be available anymore) and you might be interested to know that its also available at the Ferragamo boutique at KLCC and also on sale – 40% off and comes in 3 colours – black, blue and white. After exchange rate conversions etc, it works out a wee bit cheaper here than in Singapore but I had some additional discounts that made it worth my while 🙂 Incidentally, Ferragamo at Paragon and Ion had different sale prices – I got mine from Paragon where it was cheaper and because the sales assistant there was nice to me despite my shabby tourist outfit (ask for Jarrick) and made the extra effort to get me a new piece sent over from the Ion store. I have absolutely no idea why the prices were different in both stores. And don’t go to Ferragamo at DFS Galleria @ Scotts. They were abysmally rude, selection was poor and I was roundly ignored.

I can see myself carrying this till I’m 80 – can you? 😉

Paris B

p/s Its pricey-ish, so don’t ask the cost – you could probably work it out and yes its much cheaper than the Hermes Kelly and just as cute.

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  1. Sam says

    July 3, 2011 at 9:18 am

    That is so cute! I love Ferragamo stuff.
    I’m not the biggest fan of DFS Galleria – the service is hit or miss (either over the top or none at all). I like to browse there though.

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    • Lisa says

      July 3, 2011 at 1:26 pm

      true…DFS Galleria is a browse store for me too.

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:32 pm

      Ferragamo has always been dull and dowdy and then bam! they hit me between the eyes with something like this 😀 I used to get discounts and duty free shopping at DFS Galleria but this time, they told me the prices were the same so that put a stop to any shopping there!

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      • Lisa says

        July 4, 2011 at 12:56 am

        I’ve been dreaming of Ferragamo classic flats for years. Saw it when i was a late teenager and fell in love with it. But still finds it too expensive for me to plunge into it. Think bags are better deals.

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        • ParisB says

          July 4, 2011 at 9:46 am

          Same! The thing is, I can’t bring myself to splurge on shoes. I just can’t!

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  2. Mrs Top Monkey says

    July 3, 2011 at 9:28 am

    Aiyo PB! Where’s your famous willpower! Guess it only works on chocs eh. It is a lovely bag, I was looking at it the other day on some 2nd hand bag website and thought it was really nice. I’m still serving out my ban. I guess it’s easier to have willpower when you have a hubby enforcing it. Lol

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:32 pm

      Only chocs I’m afraid 😛 And its dangerous when you only have a day to decide and a credit card on hand. habis.

      Reply
  3. Tine says

    July 3, 2011 at 9:38 am

    It is droolingly gorgeous. I’ve been eyeing a similar bag, croc-skin like. Dangit, I’m so getting it now 😛

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:32 pm

      Woot! Croc skin sounds absolutely delish!!

      Reply
  4. lyn says

    July 3, 2011 at 10:37 am

    Can’t blame you for breaking the ban because it’s such a lovely little bag. Ferragamo is one of those long standing classic Italian brands and they have a nice collection of classic, timeless designs. No need to feel bad too since you plan to use it to a ripe old age 😉 My mum has a few Ferragamo bags and they have lasted well over the years. Just need to air and clean them out every once a while to prevent mold.

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:34 pm

      The problem with Ferragamo classics is that they are just so… boring 😛 At least thats what I used to think. Or maybe I’m just getting older LOL! 😀 My mom had a pair of Ferragamo pumps – beautiful quality even over the years and a bit of shoe polish brings out the shine in the leather. Its too bad its a bit big for me or I’d have snapped it out of her hands 😛 There’s no beating quality is there? 😉

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  5. Applegal says

    July 3, 2011 at 11:50 am

    VERY NICE!

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:35 pm

      Thank you 🙂

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  6. Rainy Days & Lattes says

    July 3, 2011 at 12:33 pm

    This looks soooooooo nice! 🙂

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:35 pm

      Haha Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  7. Hanny says

    July 3, 2011 at 1:03 pm

    Oh, that is very, very pretty indeed! ^.^ Well, bans are meant to be broken?

    Having said that, I stuck to my no makeup ban from the end of April to the end of my exams and now during my Summer holidays, I don’t know WHAT to get despite the mental lists I’ve made. Oh well.

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:36 pm

      Erm actually bans aren’t meant to be broken but they may be for the right reasons 😉 I know how you feel. There’s never anything good to get once you can get something.

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  8. stellarvixen says

    July 3, 2011 at 1:25 pm

    woohoo! a new top handle tote!
    hahha i can picture both you and myself still totting our fav prized hand bags to many years~ hahaha

    am eyeing on prada pink saffiano at pavillion ~

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:38 pm

      A pink Saffiano! I didn’t know it came in that shade 😀 Mine is such a boring shade of black LOL!

      Reply
  9. Lisa says

    July 3, 2011 at 1:29 pm

    Lovely classic. Won’t ever go out of style. 😉 And you really do have more than a little something for satchel bags don’t you? For me, it’s tote bags. Can’t resist them.

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:40 pm

      Haha yes! I went from hobo bags a few years ago to top handles. Satchels are a new find but I’m just into more structured bags at the moment. I found that I’d keep losing things in the hobos I have which is a pain if you are in a hurry.

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  10. LeGeeque says

    July 3, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    That is SO Kelly-like! Well done on such a lovely purchase 🙂 I’m on a total bag ban until after September. Ahem 😉 You’re in on the plot 😉

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:43 pm

      Yes! 😀 I can’t wait to see your big splurge 😀 😀

      Reply
  11. Juan says

    July 3, 2011 at 3:00 pm

    Never go on a bag ban.. Neverrr!! ;P

    Very nice one. I’ve never own a Ferragamo before. Am such a slow collector considering the limited amount of funds and opportunity.

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 3:44 pm

      You said it! I should never go on a bag ban – its usually at that precise moment that I come across one I like >.< And I've seen some of your collection - you're doing good! 😉

      Reply
  12. sesame says

    July 3, 2011 at 4:13 pm

    Oh, this is very nice. Very Kelly like indeed.

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 8:25 pm

      Thanks 🙂 not the reason I got it although its starting to look that way hehe

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  13. Denise says

    July 3, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    Gorgeous! It’s such a classic, I can see you carrying this baby decades from now! *purse envy!* 🙂

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 8:25 pm

      And fortunately so can I! 😉 it’ll take my money very far

      Reply
  14. Stephanie/Yukaeshi says

    July 3, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    Oh my, I may never be able to afford this bag until 20-30 years down the road, but this is gorgeous! It’s a good choice 😀 Your bag posts always make me drool, this one is no exception 😛

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 8:29 pm

      Hehe actually after the sale price its considerably “affordable”. I was very surprised myself

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  15. Stephanie/Yukaeshi says

    July 3, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    And hurrah for good salespeople 😀 I had a good experience with the one in the Timbuk2 shop at Cineleisure- they really know their stuff!

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  16. Jamilla Camel says

    July 3, 2011 at 4:52 pm

    terribly chic and timeless – you can carry it around forever! Well done!

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 8:30 pm

      Glad you agree! 😀

      Reply
  17. shuaddict says

    July 3, 2011 at 5:15 pm

    Gorgeous classic bag that will look only look better with age. Worthy enough to break the ban!

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 8:30 pm

      Whew! 😉 Thanks!

      Reply
  18. april says

    July 3, 2011 at 7:13 pm

    80! Your bag reminds me of Margaret Thatcher’s black Asprey bag. May it always be the chic item people will remember you by.

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    • ParisB says

      July 3, 2011 at 8:31 pm

      Ooh with her Dragon Lady demeanour to match eh? 😉

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  19. Nikki says

    July 3, 2011 at 10:12 pm

    I want one! this bag can last forever and it’ll still look classic and sophisticated!!!!

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    • ParisB says

      July 4, 2011 at 9:46 am

      The only thing is its a little small for my everyday needs but I’ll make it work! 😉

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  20. mars says

    July 4, 2011 at 7:44 am

    sleek and unfussy! just perfect!

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    • ParisB says

      July 4, 2011 at 9:47 am

      I’m glad you agree 🙂

      Reply
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