As our outfits change for work and play, so should our bags. Here are the new ones you need to own.
As our outfits change for work and play, so should our bags. Here are the new ones you need to own.
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.
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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.
Mallet & Co. Archie leather, US$1,107 ($1,506), from www.net-aporter.com.
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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.
Dolce & Gabbana Medium Miss Sicily leather, $1,714, from www.luisaviaroma.com.
Tomasini Stratoss suede and leather, US$1,083, from www.net-a-porter.com.
Emillo Pucci leather, $2,534, from www.luisaviaroma.com.
Mansur Gavriel Lady leather, $1,453, from www.luisaviaroma.com.
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• 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.
No. 21 leather, $724, from www.luisaviaroma.com.
Marni leather, US$1,456, from www.net-aporter.com.
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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.
Versus studded saffiano leather, $1,140, from www.luisaviaroma.com.
Metrocity saffiano leather, $805, from www.luisaviaroma.com.
Maison Margiela 5AC leather, US$1,817, from www.net-a-porter.com.
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• 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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• 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.
