handbag porn.

Before heading to Kingston at the beginning of November, I was frantically google-ing the town to see what shops I might find there. Living in Cornwall, it's incredibly exciting going to a big city as you find so many shops & brands that you've never seen in the flesh before!
I was ecstatic to see that Kingston town plays home to a Jo Malone & Cath Kidston shop. Two places I have only dreamed of visiting so far and only seen on a computer screen. Chris was far from amused to find out that I had figured out we are going to a town with these shops, as was his bank account ;)

I literally squealed with excitement when I saw the Cath Kidston shop. I'm constantly on the website lusting after half the stock. But what I've always wanted is a bag. I made a bee-line for this bag as soon as I stepped into the heavenly shop. I went with the Trailing Floral Day Bag at £48. (Ouch!) what's better is my lovely man offered to pay for me! Eeeeek the best birthday present ever!

It's a gorgeous bag, ideal size for day-to-day items. I carry; kindle, large purse, diary, lipsticks, hand creams and loads of other bits around all the time and there is ample space for more. The general design of the day bag is one large rectangular compartment, with one inner zip. On either side of the bag are small popper pockets, suitable for lippies or phone. There are two short handles, ideal for carrying this beauty in the crook of your elbow, which is very comfy, and looks rather elegant. The bag is made of the CK classic oilcloth which is so durable and hard wearing. Plus its washable which is always a bonus! The handles are cotton webbing with a leather trim which makes them super strong and comfy to carry. And the look of the Trailing Floral is that vintage pale floral pattern with shades of pink, red, blue, green and grey. Such subtle beauty in these bags.

I really cannot gush enough about CK. it is possible my favourite brand of handbags and accessories and so 'me'. When I own a bigger house, it will look like Cath Kidston shops! The bags are such good quality, this will last for years and in my eyes never go out of fashion, it's a times less classic item. I'm hoping to grow my CK collection soon :)

Like I said before these bags retail at £48 online or in stores and come in several different colours and designs.

Cornish Beauty.