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Bags mean style statements for some women while others just enjoy having a handy place to stuff every useful object (and the rest) close to hand. Bahrain has a wealth of outlets to explore in a bid to find the perfect piece to complement any outfit for work or play. GulfWeekly sent handbag-lover Anasuya Kesavan on a shopping spree to uncover what options were open around the kingdom's malls. Here is her special selection ...
Brand: Francesco Biasia
On 'sale' price: BD161
Shop: Biasia Francesco Spa, Al Aali Shopping Complex, Ground floor
THE_golden highlights, size and looks of this soft padded leather Italian bag makes it a popular item among the customers of Biasia Francesco Spa.
Shop manager Mohammed Al Seblani said: "Women prefer this bag for its classic shape and size. It is very practical, has three inside pockets and comes in different sizes and colours. It can be used for special events and as an every day bag."
Brand: Jimmy Choo
Cost: BD280
Shop: Jimmy Choo, Al Aali Shopping Complex, Ground floor
This exclusive red clutch bag in suede called Carrisa is popular among locals and tourists, said fashion consultant, Ibtissam Mohammed.
"Most of my customers are Jimmy Choo fans. We only receive two pieces of each design and colour that adds to its exclusivity," she added. The bag is available in suede and satin, in grey, black and red colours.
Brand: Coach
On sale price: BD219
Shop: Coach, Al Aali Shopping Complex, Ground floor
Store Manager Khaldoun Sultan said that he receives two types of customers. While some like their hand bags to speak their choice of brand, others like leather bags with clean looks and little detail.
This tote bag from the signature line Legacy of the Coach brand is among the popular pieces available in this outlet. It comes with matching wallets and smaller bags and is available in different colours - hyde, black and signature.
Brand: Pink
Cost: BD119
Shop: PINK, Al Aali Shopping Complex, Ground floor
This pure white bag is made in France and is a ladies favourite said store manager Vinil Kumar. "My customers prefer the classic shape, comfortable looks, roomy insides and the adjustable handles," he added.
Brand: Loewe
Cost: BD1086
Shop: Mia Moda, Al Aali Shopping Complex, Ground floor
This beautiful soft leather bag is picked up by every customer who visits this lovely store. All design conscious women adore its looks, colours, unique shape and the exclusivity offered by this bag.
Sales person Grace Ramos tells us that this limited edition bag called Brisa, which is made in Spain, is possibly the only one of its kind available in the kingdom.
