Mulberry vs Braun Buffel

So I was determined today to purchase my Mulberry passport case at Rustan's Makati. Just as Joshua, my personal SA at Rustan's (he's not really my personal SA but I always look for him when I purchase things there hehe) was wrapping up my 100% calf leather passport case, he mentioned that I might like to look at some of the merchandise of Braun Buffel (pronounced as brown byufel). So off I went to the Braun Buffet counter and my attention was caught by Braun Buffel's passport case in 100% cow leather (under the Jung (pronounced as yoong) collection)). I was torn and it took me about a good 15 minutes to decide (after consulting Joshua and the Braun Buffet SA). I finally ended up with Braun Buffel's for the simple reason that the plastic thingy that holds the passport is not too thick that it will be difficult for me to take out my passport should I need to. Plus the Braun Buffel one had more 'flair' compared to Mulberry's conservative design...

Braun Buffel's iconic buffalo logo

barely visible is the side pocket for tickets, cash, frequent flyer cards, etc

proudly Pinoy!(?) hehe

Mulberry

My very first Mulberry bag purchased today! Can't wait to show you my latest acquisition...

Here it it!

outer logo...very discreet

inner tag/brass logo

serial number

Lloyd Clipper in Vintage Leather

The leather is super soft and its nice that they used vintage leather as normal wear will not be as visible. Plus definitely, the bag will age well.

I need to give a shout-out to Joshua, Rustan's Makati's SA who was extremely helpful and patient. I just might buy a Mulberry passport holder from him again this week!