What I love about this tote bag at Jigsaw is how it's such an utterly grown-up style, but it has a really playful feel about it, thanks to the multitude of stars woven into the hard-wearing, black leather. It's also got a cute tassel on the side for extra character.
If you're looking for a bag to see you through all of life's experiences, this could be a good one to go for. It's a lovely twist on a classic style, and is made with obvious care. The structured leather is nice and soft, meaning it will age well, so a great investment purchase.
£180 at Jigsaw
Oh, wow! You know those occasions where you want to get someone a fun and original present, but nothing obvious is presenting itself? I know so many people who'd appreciate this wallet (and maybe you do, too) that I'm earmarking it for future gifting purposes right now. In fact, I might just order one and keep it in reserve!
The real leather wallet, which could work for a guy or a girl, is shaped like a computer keyboard and is just so chic and smart. It reminds me a little of Comme des Garcon's embossed wallets, but its significantly cheaper and far more unusual. Made by a design collective called Letteroom who I am going to start virtually stalking now, it's a gorgeous example of quirky yet practical small leather goods.
£45 at Not On The High Street
Lanvin is the name on everyone's lips at the moment, as the brand gears up for its first ever high street diffusion range, coming to an H&M near you on 23rd November! We're all hugely excited at the prospect of affordable Lanvin here at the Bag Lady, so we thought we'd whet our appetites with something a little less so.
This opulent, crystal-embellished shoulder bag is Lanvin at its flamboyant best, and while we won't be expecting anything quite like this to be appearing on the high street any time soon, it's certainly getting us into the Lanvin spirit. We're expecting geometric, bold and striking with ultra-feminine embellishment though, and can't wait to see what materialises!
£1,180 at Net-a-Porter
Great news everyone: Zara, one of the last bastions of the "offline only" retail model, has finally launched its online store in the UK, and you can now buy hundreds of trend-led pieces from the store in the privacy of your home or office.
To celebrate what I think will be a very helpful development in my shopping endeavours, I had a look at the new site and picked out this gorgeous, vintage-style handbag, which is right where I'm at style-wise just now. Made from a smooth, tan leather It's got that faded glamour look about it that's huge at the moment, and looks super practical, too.
£49.99 at Zara
Yves Saint Laurent's Bag du Jour is a classic that never really went away, but it has shot to popularity once again recently, as part of a craze for all things ladylike and refined. With its new, shimmering patent finish, the bag is smarter and more chic than ever, and it's just landed at Selfridges.
The clutch bag represents pure, understated glamour, with its black-on-black embossed YSL monogram, simple flap-over styling and devastatingly high calibre leather. Tuck one of these under your arm for the ultimate in style!
Buy online at Selfridges
I had to share this lovely faux-snake clutch bag from Therapy, which isn't only totally on trend; it's been reduced to a silly price, too! I'm not sure why House of Fraser have knocked the cost down so much, but I'm certainly not complaining. This will be a great going-out piece for the coming season, and I love the way the snake effect bleeds into that dark, faded gold border. LOVE it!
£6 (was £22) at House of Fraser
If you like your accessories printed and decorative, Diesel is a great brand to turn to at the moment. A crop of multi-coloured accessories has caught our eye this week, and this North South tote bag is one of the most fun we've seen.
Made from a 100% wipe-clean fabric with padded handles and a neon pink interior, this is a very futuristic looking bag that will really come into its own when the heavens open! There's a small pouch purse and flap-over handbag in the collection, too. Makes a change from all the brown and grown-up reptile stuff!
£70 at ASOS
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