This year's Preview Ball was the biggest yet. It brought together some of the best and most creative talents for one fun and memorable fashion-filled night. Guests went all out with their all-white outfits, and their choice of bags was no exception. After all, it’s always a good idea to have an arm candy as a statement-making accessory.
Ahead, we list down all the designer bags we spotted guests carrying during the Preview Ball 2023—from timeless classics to quirky picks. There are many ways a bag can become an extension of your outfit. See how these fashion-forward ball attendees styled theirs below!
Designer Bags We Spotted at the Preview Ball 2023
1. LOUIS VUITTON Capucines Himalaya
Style icon Marian Rivera wore a satin slip from Shona Joy underneath a Schiaparelli padlock jacket. Completing her look was a Louis Vuitton Capucines in a white Himalaya crocodile leather.
Himalaya Crocodile BB Capucines, $22,740 (approx. P1,290,870), LOUIS VUITTON, fashionphile.com*
2. BULGARI Serpenti Cabochon
Wearing a sultry yet sweet halter gown by Best Dressed and Best Filipino Fashion Designer honoree Chris Nick, Chie Filomeno paired her outfit with a Bulgari Serpenti Cabochon bag.
Serpenti Cabochon, €3100 (approx. P188,900), BVLGARI, bulgari.com
3. BULGARI Serpenti Forever Bucket Bag
Another one of Chris Nick's muses, actress and model Max Collins opted for the Bulgari Serpenti Forever Bucket bag as her arm candy of choice for the night.
Serpenti Forever Bucket Bag, €3850 (approx. P234,600), BVLGARI, bulgari.com
4. BULGARI Serpenti Forever Mini Jewelry Box
Chris Nick, wearing a tailored suit of his creation, added a pop of color to his ensemble with the Bulgari Serpenti Forever Mini Jewelry Box bag printed with a striking green malachite detail.
Serpenti Forever Mini Jewelry Box, €2280 (approx. P138,930), BVLGARI, bulgari.com
5. BULGARI Serpenti Forever Micro Bag
Best Dressed honoree Gabbie Mariano looked like royalty dressed in a bespoke creation by renowned Filipino designer Carl Jan Cruz. The Bulgari Serpenti Forever Micro bag was the perfect finishing touch to his outfit.
Serpenti Forever Micro Bag, €790 (approx. P48,140), BVLGARI, bulgari.com
6. JW ANDERSON Pigeon Clutch Bag
Madge Reyes, the movement director for our September cover shoot with Julia Barretto, had the most peculiar companion with her at the Preview Ball. The realistic-looking pigeon is actually a clutch from JW Anderson, and yes, we're just as curious to know what exactly can fit inside.
Pigeon Clutch Bag, $854 (approx. P48,465), JW ANDERSON, jwanderson.com
7. SIMONE ROCHA Egg Bag
Preview Editor-in-Chief Marj Ramos-Clemente wore a custom gown made by Best Filipino Fashion Designer honorees Abraham Guardian and Mamuro Oki of HA.MU. Paired with it were Miu Miu's pink satin ballerina heels and Simone Rocha's signature pearl egg bag, resulting in a dainty balletcore fantasy come to life.
Egg Bag, £495 (approx. P35,075), SIMONE ROCHA, simonerocha.com
8. ORIAS STUDIOS Solihiya Roller Bag
Renowned Filipino photographer Dookie Ducay supported local with his pitch black Solihiya Rollers bag from homegrown designer brand Orias Studios.
Solihiya Rollers, Price available upon request, ORIAS STUDIOS, orias.ph
*Note: Some of the prices mentioned in this article have been sourced from authorized resellers and not directly from the brand's official website. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, it is important to note that prices may vary depending on the reseller and the region. We encourage readers to visit the official brand website or consult authorized resellers for the most up-to-date pricing information.
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