GIVEAWAY: All The Snacks In My Gaston Luga BackPack

I had a vacation in Thailand recently and my goodness, they have really delicious snacks there (have you tried the 2-in-1 Lay’s snacks?!) I brought lots of Thai snacks back with me to Singapore and am conducting a giveaway over on my Facebook page. *I’m giving away the Hello Kitty ones too!* So if you’d like to win an entire box / bag of goodies, make sure you take part in the giveaway before it ends on the 15th! 🙂

Check out my YouTube video featuring the snacks in the giveaway + my new Gaston Luga backpack:

This Pråper White backpack from the Swedish brand is really gorgeous. If you’ve watched the video above, you’ll know it comes with a slot at the back for small items like your passport (when traveling), ezlink card, keys, etc.

Perfect bag for my Hello Kitty x Laura Ashley accessory too:

*Gaston Luga has a new seasonal campaign happening right now: you get a free leather address tag with every backpack purchase, whilst stocks last. Check the availability of the tags before you pay! 🙂

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The main drawback of getting this backpack is the color, really. White stuff gets stained so, so easily! When I was getting my hair treatment done at Jonsson Protein previously, the consultant held up one of the bag straps and said “What material is this? Canvas ah? Aiyoh will get dirty easily!” while feeling the material between her fingers. I almost had a heart attack. Since you can tell just by looking at the bag that it gets dirty easily, why are you touching it, lady?! 

*ahem*

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This is my first ride on a mobike! We were too lazy to walk to the Christmas Wonderland media preview that day, so we cycled to the venue within Gardens by the Bay:

[ Image courtesy of Bosco / Hearted Moments Photography ]

I’ve got some serious calf muscles! Quite scary, actually! 😀

Image courtesy of Bosco / Hearted Moments Photography

I love how everything fits into that one backpack: umbrella, water bottle, camera, snacks, and other barang. I didn’t even have to place anything in the basket at the front of the bike. Which was a good thing, as those rental bikes seem so flimsy. Now I know why people on these bikes wobble so much. LOL. Anyway, it was a free ride, so I’m really not complaining, ok.

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If you’re getting a bag from Gaston Luga, here’s my 15% off code: workingwithgrace15. *Disclaimer: Yes, my bag was sponsored by the brand, but no money was received and all opinions are my own. 🙂 

What Gaston Luga is offering you, my reader, is free shipping + 20% off as tax rebate (from non-EU country) + 15% off with my code (workingwithgrace15) on the remaining price after the tax rebate.

From now till 12th Nov 2017, every product will be going at 25% off (no code needed) in their online store (+ 20% tax rebate for purchases from a non-EU country). There’s no better time to make your purchase! 🙂

15% Discount Off Gaston Luga Backpacks + Why Ladies Should Get A Unisex Backpack

I will never be able to understand women who purchase multi-colored Hello Kitty or Tokidoki backpacks and expect their husbands to help them carry those bags when their shoulders are aching, or when it’s their turn to carry the baby. Why make your man look so effeminate, especially when he’s wearing a nice shirt? Don’t fall into that peer pressure trap and get a colorful backpack just because your peers also have them! When I select a backpack these days, there are 3 main factors to consider: ability to withstand stains, (smart) design and versatility. No babies at the moment but I do have a man who does offer to carry my backpack for me often enough, simply as an “act of service” – his way of expressing love. In this post, we’ll consider whether this Gaston Luga backpack meets my criteria listed above for a great backpack.

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#1: Ability To Withstand Stains

I’ll pick a black backpack over a white or lighter colored one because stains won’t be as obvious. Also, apart from the canvas portion, stains anywhere else can be easily wiped off.

I like that there’s a contrast in textures too. The top and bottom are made of faux leather, I think, with a durable canvas material in the middle. So while it’s one uniform color, there’s a subtle difference in texture and shine which I appreciate. Plus, the logo is in the same color too, so it’s not in-your-face branding, unlike another range of backpacks which is so popular these days.

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#2: (Smart) Design

I like that there are two metal hooks which are “adjustable with four levels” according to how full your backpack is. I’ve used backpacks which are secured with one or two “buttons” – the magnetic pieces don’t hold on strongly if your backpack is really full and it’s likely to burst open. But these hooks are really secure! Much better than zippers too, which have a tendency of getting caught on loose thread or on my shawl or sheets of paper, etc.

While there isn’t a pocket in front for easy access to cards, keys, etc, there’s a slot at the back for that same purpose! As this backpack is crafted for people who love to travel, it makes more sense to keep your items safely at the back where thieves are less likely to get at them. Yup, your passport can fit in here too.

So in goes my ez-link card and house keys:

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And this backpack definitely meets the last of my criteria: versatility.

It’s a unisex backpack that he doesn’t mind carrying. The only drawback is that while the material used makes this backpack durable, it also makes it heavy. So try not to “overload” the backpack as there isn’t any form of cushioning along the shoulder straps. Otherwise, you’re good to go!

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Use code ‘workingwithgrace15’ and get 15% discount at www.gastonluga.com. Also, you’ll enjoy free shipping and a 20% tax rebate if you’re in a non-EU country!