Champagne flutes and luscious leather handbags were the order of the night at the Mulberry's Fantasy Showcase.

Held two weeks ago to showcase the British label's current collection, it also gave the 200 guests a sneak peek of what to expect for spring/ summer 2009.

Celebrities like MTV VJ and model Denise Keller, actress Jacelyn Tay and former VJ Nadya Hutagalung attended the event toting the latest Mulberry fall/winter bags.

The highlight of the night was undoubtedly the bags, displayed in whimsical set-ups like bird cages and on swings.

IN THE BAG

Urban picks the top three bags from Mulberry's upcoming collection. All bags will be available at Mulberry boutiques (Level 1 Hilton Hotel and Changi Airport Terminal 3) at the end of the month.

Bayswater Coated Canvas in orange, $1,299 The latest version of the brand's classic, the Bayswater now comes in a coated canvas fabric that will stay dry even if you are caught in a tropical downpour.	Large Shimmy Tumbled Sheep in purple, $2,249 This oversized tote is a new shape for the brand. The sporty canvas cross-body strap combined with the soft, grainy leather is a perfect example of casual meets glam.	Ava with chain in turquoise karung, $1,599 This exotic snakeskin bag does double duty. Wear it as a shoulder bag or slip the chain into the bag and carry it as an oversized clutch.

This article was first published in Urban, The Straits Times on Oct 17, 2008.