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From Cartier to Piaget: A Quiet Shift in Taste

  • Writer: JungYeol Kim
    JungYeol Kim
  • Jun 11
  • 1 min read

What do you think about watches made by jewelry houses?Sure, the movements might not be as serious as those from watchmakers. But let’s be real—Cartier already beat Omega in this game. Jewelry-brand watches have their own role. Their own style. And that’s more than enough.


Same goes for suits.I used to think bespoke was the pinnacle. But lately, I find myself dreaming of a bold Tom Ford suit instead.And honestly? That desire feels exactly like wanting a solid gold Piaget on my wrist.You feel me?


If Cartier feels too crowded these days, maybe it’s time you crossed over to Piaget.In this genre, Piaget is still the OG big brother.


🍉 00s PIAGET Protocol · 18K White Gold (Quartz)

🍉 20mm x 20mm

🍉 ₩5,800,000


🍉 1988 PIAGET Ref.9251 Bark Finish · 18K White Gold · Manual Wind

🍉 26mm x 30.5mm

🍉 ₩6,700,000 – Cash only (We proudly claim: lowest on Earth)Made in Switzerland

🔍 Additional info from the consignor:

  • Model Ref.: 9251

  • Year: June 1988

  • Material: 18K White Gold

  • Movement: Piaget Cal. 9P2 – Manual wind, ultra-thin

  • Case size: 26mm wide (excluding crown) × approx. 31mm tall (excluding lugs)

  • Lug width: 16mm

  • Buckle: Original Piaget 18K White Gold (14mm width)

  • Crystal: Sapphire

  • Condition: A+ (near unworn, unpolished case, fully overhauled in 2024)

  • Features: Bark finish case · Two hands (no second hand)

  • Full Set: Box, case, and papers all included

  • Strap: Custom lizard leather in navy


 
 
 

Casual Luxury: The Underrated Hermès Bags You Should Know

  • Writer: JungYeol Kim
    JungYeol Kim
  • Feb 5
  • 1 min read


Don’t you think my beat-up Carhartt and faded Hermès make the perfect match?

I got incredibly lucky and managed to score two old Hermès Cabags in black. If you know Soobaak, you know we sell just about everything… but this bag? I regretted selling it so much. 


At the time, I thought, I’ll just find another one later. But nope—turns out, getting a large size is nearly impossible.

So after years of hunting in Japan, the U.S., and Korea, I finally tracked down just two.


If someone told me to pick five Hermès bags, my list would be:

1️⃣ Cabag 40 (Black or Brown)

2️⃣ Herbag 39 (Black or Beton)

3️⃣ Birkin 40 (Black, Brown, or Red)

4️⃣ Fourre-Tout Cabas (the tall one)

5️⃣ Polochon (large size)


What’s the criteria? The most affordable Hermès bags (excluding the Birkin), all from the Margiela era, and some of the most casual designs from any luxury brand. And best of all? Bags that don’t scream Hermès at first glance.

Oh, and today’s photos were taken by Soobaak Manager, inspired by Ban Yoonhee’s style. As you can see, the big size works perfectly for women too—keep that in mind! Hope anyone who loves this bag gets to enjoy it.


🍉 Old Hermès Cabag 40

🍉 Width: 40cm | Height: 40cm

🍉 Well-loved condition

🍉 1,800,000 KRW


Made in France


PS: The previous owner bought it in Paris over a decade ago for around 4 million KRW.

 
 
 
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