In Japan, designer tie-ins with magazines in the form of goodies/gift bags are very common. It is not unheard of for a designer to create an exclusive item for a particular magazine. Items usually range from cosmetic pouches to make up mirrors and even designer tote bags. As Japan is second largest market for Cath Kidston, the brand also create exclusive Japan only items that can be purchased in the magazine aisle as part of their promotional line up. The important thing is they are 100% authentic and officially licensed. Ms Cath Kidston even promote the bag in person on magazine. The Classic rose blue tote bag and the blossom flower make up bag were promotion gift for Japanese fashion magazine LEE in 2008. They don't have anything that similar to these washbags but they'd probably retail instore at £20-£30 so it's well worth it as it looks like the same excellent quality as the rest of the Cath Kidston range.
For more details, it can be available and sold at http://www.1designergift.com. This site accepts Paypal with all bags being shipped as registered airmail.
Fiona Ng is the current founder of http://www.1designergifts.com, which is profession on the collection of designer gifts from top Japanese magazines. They have been selling these exclusive products to different customers worldwide at a very reasonable price.




