Being under lockdown, curfews and quarantine has allowed us to focus on having the bare essentials. Let’s face it, this pandemic has created a minimalist out of all of us. Gone are the days when carrying half of your house in a purse was needed to endure long hours away from home. Nowadays, if you happen to go out (with a mask of course) you are mainly focused on carrying the holy trinity (phone, wallet, keys) which can fit in your pocket or hand majority of the time.

With this in mind, 2020 has seen the rise of the micro purse/tiny bag/ necklace bag, for those who are committed to having a statement piece to compliment their outfits. Celebrities across the globe are wearing this trend, but here are some local brands that are making waves on our island.