BAGGING RIGHTS

As our outfits change for work and play, so should our bags. Here are the new ones you need to own.

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As our outfits change for work and play, so should our bags. Here are the new ones you need to own.

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The Crossbody

It adds more attitude to your look, whether you’re sporting a biker jacket – a perfect match – for work or heading out on a date.

Chirade PU with faux fur charm, $109, from Aldo.
Chirade PU with faux fur charm, $109, from Aldo.
Chenye leather, price unavailable, from Mulberry.
Chenye leather, price unavailable, from Mulberry.
Leather, $69.90, from Zara.
Leather, $69.90, from Zara.
Michael Michael Kors shearling with leather trim, price unavailable.
Michael Michael Kors shearling with leather trim, price unavailable.
Picou PU with velvet trim, $119, from Aldo.
Picou PU with velvet trim, $119, from Aldo.
Clifton small leather, $1,230, from Mulberry.
Clifton small leather, $1,230, from Mulberry.
Embossed leather, price unavailable, from Gucci.
Embossed leather, price unavailable, from Gucci.
Puff Quilt leather, $106, from Topshop.
Puff Quilt leather, $106, from Topshop.
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• Printed polyester-blend dress and leather crossbody bag, prices unavailable, from Coach.

• Faux suede biker jacket, $119, from H&M.

• Leather ankle boots, $490, from Bimba Y Lola.

• Rings worn throughout, stylist’s own.

The Shoulder Bag

Wear it with a roomy off-shoulder dress like the one here, or even boyfriend jeans to up your style factor in seconds.

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Leather, price unavailable, from Kate Spade.
Leather, price unavailable, from Kate Spade.
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Mallet & Co. Archie leather, US$1,107 ($1,506), from www.net-aporter.com.

Studded PU, $79, from Charles & Keith.
Studded PU, $79, from Charles & Keith.
Leather, price unavailable, from Sportmax.
Leather, price unavailable, from Sportmax.
Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Leather, price unavailable, from Sportmax.
Leather, price unavailable, from Sportmax.
Leather and lizard skin patchwork, price unavailable, from Salvatore Ferragamo.
Leather and lizard skin patchwork, price unavailable, from Salvatore Ferragamo.
Michael Michael Kors leather shoulder bag, $579.
Michael Michael Kors leather shoulder bag, $579.
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• Cotton-blend dress, $89.90, from Topshop.

• Michael Michael Kors suede shoulder bag, price unavailable, and leather sandals, $279. Choker, stylist’s own.

The Top-Handle Handbag

This ladylike accessory is a classic for a reason: you can wear it with pretty much any outfit.

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Trenalle PU, $129, from Aldo.
Trenalle PU, $129, from Aldo.
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Dolce & Gabbana Medium Miss Sicily leather, $1,714, from www.luisaviaroma.com.

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Tomasini Stratoss suede and leather, US$1,083, from www.net-a-porter.com.

PU, $89.90, from Dorothy Perkins.
PU, $89.90, from Dorothy Perkins.
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Emillo Pucci leather, $2,534, from www.luisaviaroma.com.

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Mansur Gavriel Lady leather, $1,453, from www.luisaviaroma.com.

Faux fur, $75.90, from Charles & Keith.
Faux fur, $75.90, from Charles & Keith.
GET THE LOOK

• Michael Michael Kors polyesterblend shirt dress with bow (worn as scarf ), price unavailable.

• Leather boots, price unavailable, from H&M.

• Coccinelle leather tophandle handbag, $900, from Takashimaya D.S.

The Bucket Bag

Roomy and unfussy, it is incredibly appealing with a slouchy outfit and even something seriously pretty.

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No. 21 leather, $724, from www.luisaviaroma.com.

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Marni leather, US$1,456, from www.net-aporter.com.

PU, $55.90, from Zara.
PU, $55.90, from Zara.
Studded PU, $79.90, from Zara.
Studded PU, $79.90, from Zara.
PU, $66.90, from Charles & Keith.
PU, $66.90, from Charles & Keith.
Suede and leather, $129, from Zara.
Suede and leather, $129, from Zara.
Leather, $445, from Bimba Y Lola.
Leather, $445, from Bimba Y Lola.
Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
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• Polyester apron dress, $129, from Warehouse.

• Cotton-blend pullover, $230, from Bimba Y Lola.

• Leather sneakers, price unavailable, from Coach.

• Coccinelle mini leather bucket bag, $410, from Takashimaya D.S.

• Acrylic earrings, price unavailable, from H&M.

• Metal cuff, stylist’s own.

The Structured Handbag

Carrying such a chic style will instantly make your look, day or night, a little more polished, whether you’re wearing something feminine or doing casual chic with an oversized sweater.

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Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
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Versus studded saffiano leather, $1,140, from www.luisaviaroma.com.

Leather, $440, from Bimba Y Lola.
Leather, $440, from Bimba Y Lola.
PU handbag, $79.90, from Charles & Keith.
PU handbag, $79.90, from Charles & Keith.
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Metrocity saffiano leather, $805, from www.luisaviaroma.com.

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Maison Margiela 5AC leather, US$1,817, from www.net-a-porter.com.

GET THE LOOK

• Oversized wool sweater (price unavailable) and leather boots (price unavailable), from H&M.

• Polyester skirt, $89.90, from Topshop.

• Leather handbag (price unavailable), from Coach.

• Choker, stylist’s own.

The Roomy Tote

Such an anytimeappropriate style rises to any occasion, whether it’s a weekend out with the girls, or a business meeting in the city.

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Maple leather, price unavailable, from Mulberry.
Maple leather, price unavailable, from Mulberry.
Leather, price unavailable, from Balenciaga.
Leather, price unavailable, from Balenciaga.
Leather,price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Leather,price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Leather, $305, from Bimba Y Lola.
Leather, $305, from Bimba Y Lola.
Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Leather, price unavailable, from Max Mara.
Felt with PU trim, $79.90, from Charles & Keith.
Felt with PU trim, $79.90, from Charles & Keith.
PU, $73.90, from Dorothy Perkins.
PU, $73.90, from Dorothy Perkins.
GET THE LOOK

• Polyester-blend bomber jacket, $116, and jumpsuit, $149, from Topshop.

• Michael Michael Kors leather sandals, $299.

• Coccinelle leather tote, $710, from Takashimaya D.S.

• Choker, stylist’s own.