& chouette × Kuromi collection hits stores across Japan

Samantha Thavasa Japan have announced the release of a new collection under their “& choutte” brand.

The “& chouette × Kuromi” collection sees the popular fashion brand team up with Sanrio’s mischievous Kuromi, with a range of items set to be released into stores across Japan.

The first item in the collection is a bicolor handbag, priced at 16,500 yen (approx. $110.35 USD/£84.97 GBP), which has black and lavender elements matching Kuromi’s color pallette.

The bag also has a side pocket next to the main zipper, making it perfect for storing small items and smartphones.

The front view of a handbag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

A handbag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

A close up of a ribbon detail on a handbag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

A side view of a handbag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

The back view of a handbag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

The handbag design is accented with metal fittings shaped like Kuromi, as well as a single heart-shaped jewel in the center of the front ribbon.

The sides of the bag feature two laced up sections and a patch reminiscent of Kuromi’s tail and the back of the bag features a Kuromi print.

The second item in the collection is the Kuromi side/shoulder bag, which again features lace and metal fittings to give a premium feel.

The front view of a shoulder bag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

A close up side view showing lace detail on a shoulder bag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

An image showing compartments in a shoulder bag that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

Priced at 14,300 yen (approx. $95.64 USD/£73.64 GBP), the side/shoulder bag has three layers for easy organization which allows you to neatly separate small items into each compartment.

A Kuromi themed folding wallet and fragment case are also in the collection, priced at 13,200 yen (approx. $88.28 USD/£67.98 GBP) and 11,000 yen (approx. $73.57 USD/£56.65 GBP) respectively.

Two coin purse/wallet style items that are part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

A close up of the inside of a wallet that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

A close up of a fragment case that is part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

The final item in the collection is a bag charm which comes in two colorways, black and two tone.

Priced at 5,500 yen each (approx. $36.78 USD/£28.30 GBP), the charms make a great addition to the bags in the collection.

Two bag charms that are part of the & choutte x kuromi collection.

The “& chouette × Kuromi” collection is set to go on sale from the 18th of October.

If you’re looking to pick up any of the items in the collection, you can order online via the official website or visit one of the many Samantha Thavasa shops across Japan which are also set to have stock.

Source: Official Website