Above, under & beyond the rainbow: It Is All In The Bag; Parachute Bags and ELLE = Function + Fashion

If I tell you that you can have a fully functional bag chances are you would respond with: "I have one already." If I tell you that there is a new fashionable bag in the market, chances are your response would be: " I have a lot of bags already." But if I tell you that there is a fully functional and fashionable bag in the market that is affordable, water resistant and space friendly; would you believe me? Well there is. Please welcome Parachute Bags and Elle!

Parachute Bags is a brainchild of a chinese woman who wants something more to a bag. She wants function and fashion in one but with a twist. The twist - the material used, how you can keep it handy and the multi-functionality of it. Being a bag-lover myself, this product got me hook, line and sinker!

The bags are made from the same material used for parachutes, thus the name Parachute Bags. It is durable. Double-stitched at the right places and is water-resistant! No more fear of your things getting wet due the sudden downpours that we are experiencing right now. It is stylish too! With colorful patterns to choose from, get a bag that speaks to you and for you!

For me, I would call them convertible space-saving bags.

There are two types of bags that you can choose from: the space savers and the convertibles or in my book the transformers. The space savers for me are quite handy and helpful in my opinion. They are your foldable bags packed small that turns into bags for you to use. You can get one that turns into a shopping bag for satisfy that impulsive shopper in you (good for that sudden shopping bug bites) or the one that turns into a backpack for those sudden need to bring stuff somewhere but still keeping your hands free to hold other items.

The convertibles aka transformers are bags that turns from one type of bag to another depending on your need. From tote bags to backpacks, messenger bags to backpacks, small tote bag to a spacious travel bag, belt bag to a backpack, it is up to you which one would suit your lifestyle. You could even get all if you want. Imagine two bags for the price and space of one! If asked which one I like, I LIKE ALL!

Not only do they have your regular bags but they also have multipurpose pouches (pencil and tisssue cases), camera cases, and trolley bags (backpacks and big school bags with wheels).

Getting the licensure of the brand Elle from Paris, you would really expect fashion to the highest level. I am not talking of studss and beads but of color and style. With 3 color line in the market right now, you have the option to get all or simply complete one color line. Choose from the classic black pattern, blue polka-dots or the flower orange design; it all depends on your personality and style. My pick, the blue polka design. It alive and relaxing at the same time. Try and get the food bag of Elle (small black bag in the picture). It is insulated to keep your food warm up to 4 hours.

With so many bags brand to go for now-a-days, one would ask whether it is practical to get another. My take on this: "One can never have too many bags. If you get to use all, then what's the problem? If you get to use only some of it then you have a problem. There is always a second-hand buyer for your un-used bag. That's your solution. Keep a bag for formal events, social functions and some for the on the go mode. Remember, your bag may make or break your attire." Definitely Parachute and Elle will keep you always in-style and be the envy of others due to the functunality of it.

With Parachute and Elle now in the Philippine market, you get to have a bigger option on the bags that you are getting and giving away as gifts. Especially this year when they are coming out with new designs that you can choose from, what is there not to love about this brand? Nothing! Where can you get one? They are available online (http://www.shopparachutebags.com) and could also buy them at Robinson's and Metro stores.

Is it affordable? Yes! Is it fashionable? Yes! With a wide range of colors and patterns that you can choose from, there is definitely one that will catch your eye. Is it durable? Yes! With materials well chosen and stitched right, you can be sure that you won't have a bag issue (bag rift or tear). Does it deliver what it promise? Yes! It is fashionable, functional and definitely affordable. Made from the same material used for parachutes, you are assured that your things would be dry when catch in sudden downpours. So what are you waiting for? This is the bag for you!

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(All pictures used was personally taken by me during the event made at Just Thai Restaurant in Burgos Circle)

From a backpack to a messenger bag