Part of our neighbourhood
As mentioned in my previous post, Bergen, aside from being beautiful is also the rainiest city of Europe and thus my preoccupation with anything water-resistant or waterproof. I already got the outerwear and the footwear covered, but I’m lacking in the accessories department. I need a bag that is impervious to rain and most of the waterproof bags I’ve seen were criminally hideous.
When I learned that the Norwegian label Swims produced a lovely waterproof weekend bag, I immediately bought one. The bag is stylish and impermeable with superb quality. After using it for almost a year, I’m still satisfied with it, but I do wished it was equipped with a shoulder strap or something.
The Swims weekend bag
Sporting the Swims weekend bag at work.
Searching online, I discovered another label called Rains from Denmark and they have a range of fashionably minimalistic waterproof backpacks. I was surprised at first when I saw the prices – it’s inexpensive! And without further contemplations, I bought one and I got the bag after three working days.
The Rains backpack.
It looked gorgeous in person, but I was slightly disappointed with the flimsy construction and subpar quality. I only used it for two days and I noticed that it could not support a heavy weight as the straps were starting to give way. Now, it’s sitting in our closet and I’ll probably give it away since Odd doesn’t want it.
I think it’s wise to wait since Hunter is now offering water-resistant backpacks (finally!) as part of their Fall/Winter 2014 line called Original Brights. I’m so getting this bag in peacock colour!
The Hunter water-resistant backpack.
On another note, Odd and I went to the Bergen Matfestival (Bergen Food Festival), which is held annually and the only thing I could say is they should do this every month!
Lots of people despite the gloomy weather.
Pickled and preserved fruits.
Cookies, cakes and tea
Locally made jam and some freshly baked skillingsboller or shilling buns.
The sexy Tesla. I’m digging that huge screen!