Fendi Selleria Peekaboo Made-to-Order

Spotted on everyone from Blake Lively to Sharon Stone, the Fendi Peek-A-Boo is one of the ‘It’ bags of the year with its chic yet classic look that whispers longevity.

As a result, it’s not surprising that getting one of these Peek-A-Boo gems is not the easiest of tasks.

Sources tell us that stocks at the local Fendi boutiques are unfortunately, gone.

The only way one can possibly get one is to opt for the new Selleria Peekaboo Made-To-Order: choose everything from the leather, colour as well as a personalised inscription on the silver inside tag.

The perfect Christmas addition to any fashionista’s closet, especially if said closet has been going through a bit of a dry spell and needs some shaking up.

From $3,240. Orders can be made at Fendi, #01-31, Takashimaya Shopping Centre

Samsonite Cosmolite

Who would have thought a humble suitcase could sell so well, but the new Samsonite Cosmolite has surpassed expectations.

The lightest and strongest Samsonite ever made in the past 99 years, the Cosmolite sold out within two weeks of it arriving in Singapore although never fear, new stock will be in soon.

The Cosmolite retails at $590 (55cm luggage) to $890 (85cm luggage) at Samsonite islandwide

Hermes Collier de Chien Bracelet

Hand crafted, like the matching belt, it is a tribute to the knowhow of Hermès in the craft of gainage – the technique of tightly wrapping an object in leather.

Entirely covered with Barénia calfskin, this luxurious yet edgy bracelet has been on must-have lists worldwide all year and certain colours – such as black and gold – are constantly sold out, leading many to look outside the country for one.

$1,750 at Hermes in Takashimaya Shopping Centre and Liat Towers

Balmain jacket

The Balmain jacket, in all its gigantic pointy, padded-shoulder glory is probably the equivalent of the Holy Grail of jackets.

Coveted by any number of celebrities a la Beyonce, Rihanna, Victoria Beckham and even the late Michael Jackson, there is very little that could go wrong with a Balmain in the closet.

Very little, save that to actually get your shands on one in Singapore is really quite the feat because only very limited pieces are brought in by local multi-label boutique Tribeca.

Despite the hefty price tags, they are snapped up very quickly, which means you’ll have to head out of town or online to get one.

Balmain at Tribeca, #02-05/08 Mandarin Gallery.

From $5,000 for basic classic jacket to $28,000 for full crystal embellished jacket

Louis Vuitton Sequins Rococo

A limited edition sparkling Christmas capsule that has reportedly been flying off the shelves ever since it hit the stores, this exquisite pochette is the perfect gift for someone who loves her sparkles.

Over 25,000 individually monogrammed sequins are used for each bag for extra bling-bling effect, perfect for that big night out.

$3,770 at Louis Vuitton at Takashimaya Shopping Centre and Ion Orchard

Chanel J12 with Mother of Pearl Dial

Launched this year at Basel 2009, this is the only watch in the J12 range with a mother of pearl dial.

Currently facing regional shortage, stock is wiped out within two weeks of touchdown.

If you aim to get your hands on one, check with the boutique for when new stock arrives so you can be first in line for it.

$8,600 for 33mm dial, $9,300 for 38mm dial.

At Chanel Fine Jewellery, #01-04 Takashimaya Shopping Centre

This article was first published in The Business Times.