THE EVERYDAY TOTE

Demna Gvasalia’s first non-fashion carryall for Balenciaga is decidedly simple, purposeful, for everyone and every day.

<b>PHOTOGRAPHY</b> KENNETH WONG, ASSISTED BY WUILI/STILLS STUDIO <b>STYLING</b> BRYAN GOH <b>HAIR</b> CHRISTVIAN GOH/ TRIMMINGS SALON & SPA, USING KEVIN MURPHY <b>MAKEUP</b> SHA SHAMSI, USING BURBERRY BEAUTY <b>MODEL</b> MILENA/ MANNEQUIN <b>OUTFIT</b> BALENCIAGA

What does one require of a daily tote? It should be functional: light to begin with, so it can afford to get heavier when it’s filled (with, say, a laptop); have ample space; supple straps that don’t bite the hand or shoulder; hold its shape even when it’s stuffed to the brim; have a side pocket for smaller things; even better if there’s a detachable purse; and look substantial without being precious. Balenciaga’s Everyday is all that. And just in case you’re vain, there’s also a detachable mirror. From $1,390.