Kmrii: Lui Onozaki

I've always taken fancy on unconventional treatments and techiniques used towards leather and other unheard of fabrics.

Lui Onozaki, creator of Kmrii, sticks to that mantra and never fails to produce intricate industrial-style hardwares with handmade qualities over the decade.

Perhaps not an overly popular brand in Singapore, where people only buy mainstream labels like Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada, Kmrii, in my opinion is highly under-rated;
Who would have thought having a grenade as an accessory would look uber cool?

Lasso Wallet, Patchwork leather with reptile texture and diamond cut-outs, USD 270

La Rhino, curved leather shoulder bag with brass studs and braided fringe, USD 783

Shop Kmrii via Ssense.

Purr-ses Inspired by a cat

Who would have guessed that cats can be such an inspiration when it comes to leather purses and wallets?

Jimmy (till now we haven't found much about this man behind the label - "I am missing my cat"), an obvious product designer, recently took his neighbourhood cats into the stores of big retailers here like Robinsons and BHG.

We love his quirky yet functional designs, with smart proliferating details, and embroidery work.

Autumn Coin Purse



Embroidery Series


Cat and the Veranda

Judging from the immense Mandarin characters on the undersides of the wallets, and the lack of a proper website, he could either be from China, Taiwan, of Hong Kong. (We think it's Taiwan)

Spot these lovely purr-ses near "Jane Shilton" bags in Robinsons and BHG, Singapore.
(Prices from about $99.00)