2009 Sep 20 Handmade to perfection: Wa Obi's exquisite bags and wallets

The latest addition to Raffles City is Wa Obi, a brand that sells exquisite bags, purses and wallets that fuse Western and modern Eastern design and textures. Made from soft cowhide leather and vintage kimono silk, each item is handmade to perfection.
If you venture inside the bright and spacious store, you’ll find the staff friendly and very willing to help you find that perfect bag.
We adored the red wallet with embellished silk snap closure (RMB 720), the orange floral silk satchel with a soft-studded leather handle (RMB 2,000), and the transparent plastic tote with a chain strap and lime-green removable inner bag (RMB 980).
Get them while you can: The current sales promotion (30-65 percent discount) ends in September.
Wa Obi
L2-02 Raffles City, 1 Dongzhimen Nandajie, Dongcheng District (8409 8209)
东城区东直门南大街1号莱福士购物中心L2-02
www.wabicollection.com
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