Oh la la. It takes skill and a real taste for elegance to create a tote bag that's worth getting excited about, and recently, we at the Bag Lady have really started to tire for the 'quirky' shopper bags that so many designers churn out year after year.
Not so this striking tote from Lanvin, which is a far more statement-making piece that's well able to take the place of a classic handbag all by itself. The workmanship that's gone into this bag is impressive, and it's as strong and sturdy as it is a joy to behold.
£455 at Lanvin