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K-pop idol Taeyeon rocked a pink Fendi basket bag – here’s how you can get the same relaxed summer look from Prada, Armani and more luxury brands

STORYChoi Ha Rin
K-pop star Taeyeon from SNSD rocked this Fendi basket bag, so here’s how you can do the same. Photo: @taeyeon_ss/Instagram, Fendi
Summer is in full bloom, which means our clothes are becoming lighter – and so are our bags. And we definitely cannot talk about summer without beach trips. Inspired in part by the way Taeyeon from SNSD matched her summer look with Fendi’s basket bag, here we’ve scoped out five different basket bags to complete your summer look – from Alaïa and Loewe to Giorgio Armani and Prada.

With simple tones or colours, you can match these basket bags for your different looks including your beach trip and just a typical summer town hang-out.

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Alaïa

Alaïa’s offering works for an evening out on the town or a picnic on the beach. Photo: Handout

Made in Italy, this bag is 100 per cent leather and 100 per cent brown, and goes with just about any spring/summer look. Sporting a strap, drawstring closure and a mirror, it works for an evening out on the town or a picnic on the beach, HK$8,050 (US$1,000).

 Fendi

Fendi’s playful basket bag is simple enough to match your entire wardrobe. Photo: Handout

This season, Fendi presents a throwback to childhood – with a sustainable vibe. This playful basket bag is simple enough to match your entire wardrobe. The Fendi leather stamp and signature print on the bottom keep it on the laid-back side of luxe, HK$6,950 (US$900)

Loewe

The leather accents ensure Loewe’s offering is luxurious and elegant enough for a quick trip downtown. Photo: Handout

Made with beige and brown textiles and black and brown leather, this is the ideal bag for a day outdoors. The leather accents ensure it is luxurious and elegant enough for a quick trip downtown, HK$4,850 (US$625)

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Giorgio Armani

This new bag is inspired by the original model designed by Giorgio Armani in the 90s. Photo: Handout

Inspired by the original model designed by Giorgio Armani in the 90s, this bag keeps in touch with its luxurious pedigree while the practical crossbody design allows you to take it anywhere.

Uncluttered and boasting careful workmanship, this is a must-have for your spring/summer closet. Price upon request

 Prada

Prada’s soft beige basket bag is crafted from natural woven straw for a bohemian vibe. Photo: Handout

Prada’s soft beige basket bag is crafted from natural woven straw for a bohemian vibe. Topped by generous leather top handles, it has a braided front and accents such as a triangular logo plaque. Pair with a dress and sandals for a casually chic ensemble, HK$7,900 (US$1,000).

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