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MANILA, Philippines - Sporty utilitarian purses have their uses.

When Swedish bag label Hedgren began under the aegis of Elizabeth Hedgren, her objective was to marry minimalism and playful details into a line that could comfortably transition from boardroom to park, from school to mall.

Known mainly as a luggage brand, Hedgren soon spawned lifestyle totes and satchels. Backpacks, messenger bags, structured totes, slouchy shoulder bags comprise a collection that’s surprisingly wearable. Juxtaposed against the kitschy, colorful prints of ProudRace, a young label that made its name churning out grunge separates, the bags turn out to have a cheeky, playful appeal that proves they’ve got more going for them than a trip to the office.