Karl Lagerfeld's first trip to Shanghai

Karl Lagerfeld makes his first trip to Shanghai for the Chanel's Paris-Shanghai Métiers d'Art Collection and film that debut in Shanghai Thursday night.

“It is about the idea of China, not the reality...It has the spirit of, and is inspired by, but is unrelated to China. It is not authentic like a Peking Opera or something,” - Lagerfeld.

That disclaimer of any connection to actual China and Shanghai allowed Lagerfeld creative and interpretive freedom with the film and the collection. More than 800 people attended the show, each climbing aboard Lagerfeld's floating fantasy via a bridge adorned with white, yellow and orange pansies.

Gucci Shanghai Dragon Bag

If you are a sucker (like us) for limited editions, you will go crazy with Frida Giannini latest creation, Shanghai Dragon Bag, to celebrate Gucci’s foray into the Shanghai market. The brand's creative designer will be making her maiden trip to Shanghai during the flagship store's opening.

The subtle monogram on white leather is tastefully revived with contrasting bold red graphic and intricate Dragon prints. With only 200 pieces available (RMB 7,490, that's about SGD 1,590), this beautiful bag is sure to be coveted, awwwwww.....

(and un-crazily we saw someone selling this on ebay already)