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How did Black Friday become a thing? – ALL BAGS
The most eagerly awaited discount shopping event of the year is just around the corner and most of us have started jotting down our Black Friday wish lists. In the midst of this retail frenzy, have you ever stopped to wonder how this all came about? Where did Black Friday originate? If you’re one for folk tales and interesting theories, you may want to do some research, because these theories go way back. However, the first use of the term dates back to Friday, September the 24th, 1869, when the crash of the US Gold Market resulted in a major...
Sling Bags – 5 Reasons to Love them
The sling bag has been around for some time now, attracting both male and female buyers, alike. The basic design can be effortlessly adapted to various handbag patterns, including but not limited to: laptop bags, hobo bags, messenger bags, satchel bags and the list goes on. We are breaking down the 5 reasons why we love sling bags and we hope that after reading this, that you’ll love them too! Hands-free In today’s constantly evolving times, we have become professional multi-taskers. An average morning may comprise of driving, drinking your favourite cup of joe, answering a three-way call on your...
ONLINE SHOPPING… THE SAFE WAY
South Africans are beginning to change the way they shop, by swapping out those frustrating trolley-to-ankle bumps, for couch-lazing and online shopping. It’s no surprise that Americans, Europeans and even parts of Asia, are already way ahead of us, and have been visiting those virtual malls for a good few years now. It’s intimidating, I know… but it’s a more convenient way to find that perfect Spring clutch bag. If you’re new to the world of online shopping, there’s no doubt that you’ll feel a little skeptical about submitting your account details online, in the hopes of receiving...