Expert edit: Spring's hottest handbags

Expert edit: Spring's hottest handbags

Fashion industry insiders pick their must-buy bags

What better way to mark the changing season than with a brand new bag? But we’re not just talking about any bags. We’re talking about those extra-special, mood-boosting bags.

To help you choose your new season arm candy, we've enlisted the help of fashion industry experts and insiders (including buyers, designers and, of course, our very own fashion team) to bring you the ultimate edit of this season's hottest handbags. And, what's more, you can shop them all in just the click of a mouse.

Click on an image to launch the gallery. Let us know which handbag you'll be investing in - from our list or otherwise - in the comments section below.

Jimmy Choo Neon Clutch

Who loves it: Morag Paterson, Stylist’s Fashion… More details
Jimmy Choo Neon Clutch

Who loves it:

Morag Paterson, Stylist’s Fashion Assistant

Why she loves it:

"Neon is a massive trend for spring / summer. All you need is a flash of fluoro and Jimmy Choo’s clutch is perfect!

£330, jimmychoo.com

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D&G Lily White Quilted Shop…

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D&G Lily White Quilted Shopper

Who loves it:

Luisa De Paula, Buying and Merchandising Director at my-wardrobe.com

Why she loves it:

"White is such a key trend this summer and it's filtered into the accessories collections. This D&G quilted shopper is a great day bag roomy enough for all of the day's essentials."

£590, my-wardrobe.com

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Diane von Furstenberg Black Lytton Small Snake Clutch

Who loves it:

Sarah Curran, founder and CEO of my-wardrobe.com

Why she loves it:

"When it comes to evening clutches, the DVF Lytton clutch collection is amazing. The compact size is so easy to carry around, but the coloured animal print detail makes a statement. It also has a chain that you can use if you are tired of carrying it as a clutch."

£289, my-wardrobe.com

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Yves Saint Laurent Small Bl…

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Yves Saint Laurent Small Black Bag

Who loves it:

Alexandra Fullerton, Stylist’s Fashion Director

Why she loves it:

"Yves Saint Laurent accessories are always the epitome of sophisticated elegance. This bag is a classic worthy of the investment."

£1,225, ysl.com

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Ally Capellino Timothy Lar…

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Ally Capellino Timothy Large Tote

Who loves it:

Sarah Walter, fashion consultant and founder of style-passport.com

Why she loves it:

"Ultimate utility meets understated style. It's great around town and doubles as a compact weekend bag."

£230, style-passport.com

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Mulberry Watermelon Alexa

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Mulberry Watermelon Alexa

Who loves it:

Luisa De Paula, Buying and Merchandising Director at my-wardrobe.com

Why she loves it:

"The Mulberry Alexa is one of the most phenomenally successful sellers and this season's watermelon Alexa is a practical, stylish bag that will work from day to night, adding a pop of colour to any look."

£766, my-wardrobe.com

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Paul Smith Walnut Bag

Who loves it: Paul Smith, designer Why he loves… More details
Paul Smith Walnut Bag

Who loves it:

Paul Smith, designer

Why he loves it:

“This season I‘ve created three limited edition bags for spring/summer, and my favourite is the Walnut bag – it’s black leather with all over gigantic studs and a removable chain strap so it can be used as a clutch too. Each bag is numbered inside, although I know some people can be superstitious so there is no number 13 – there’s a 12.5 instead.”

£869, paulsmith.co.uk

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Alexander McQueen Folk Tote

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Alexander McQueen Folk Tote

Who loves it:

Alexandra Fullerton, Stylist’s Fashion Director

Why she loves it:

"Natural, pared-down accessories are a huge hit this season, making this Alexander McQueen tote a great investment buy that you'll use all the time."

£1,095, alexandermcqueen.com

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Stella McCartney Denim Fala…

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Stella McCartney Denim Falabella Bag

Who loves it:

Alexandra Fullerton, Stylist’s Fashion Director

Why she loves it:

"Combining denim with tough chains, Stella McCartney takes a classic and gives it a modern infusion in the Fabella bag."

£640, stellamccartney.com

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Mulberry Tillie

Who loves it: Jodie Kidd, model Why she loves… More details
Mulberry Tillie

Who loves it:

Jodie Kidd, model

Why she loves it:

"My favourite bag of this season is the Mulberry Tillie as it is incredibly versatile and holds everything a girl needs. Plus there are lots of colours and fabrics to suit everyone’s personal taste.”

£1,016, my-wardrobe.com

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Halston Heritage Sequin Clu…

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Halston Heritage Sequin Clutch

Who loves it:

Luisa De Paula, Buying and Merchandising Director at my-wardrobe.com

Why she loves it:

"It's the perfect ultra-glamourous clutch to fit this season's 70s trend that could be straight from the dance floor from Studio 54."

£216, my-wardrobe.com

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Simone Camille Embellished Bag

Who loves it: Pam Brady, Accessories Buyer for… More details
Simone Camille Embellished Bag

Who loves it:

Pam Brady, Accessories Buyer for Browns

Why she loves it:

"Simone Camille's hand embellished bags are so feminine and relaxed."

£520, brownsfashion.com

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Mulberry Denim Tillie Bag

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Mulberry Denim Tillie Bag

Who loves it:

Emma Hill, Creative Director of Mulberry

Why she loves it:

"I love, love, love the Tillie bag in denim - she will be your new best friend!"

£710, mulberry.com

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Loewe Amazona Bag

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Loewe Amazona Bag

Who loves it:

Morag Paterson, Stylist's fashion assistant

Why she loves it:

"A hint of bold colour is all you need to channel this season’s brights trend with Loewe’s Amazona bag."

£935, loewe.com

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Anya Hindmarch Small Carker…

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Anya Hindmarch Small Carker Tote

Who loves it:

Sarah Curran, founder and CEO of my-wardrobe.com

Why she loves it:

"I have always loved Anya’s bags and particularly love this season's mini Carker in white. I don’t usually opt for small bags, but I love the classic, simple style of this, and there's still enough room to carry all your essentials around."

£595, my-wardrobe.com

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Louis Vuitton Floral Clutch

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Louis Vuitton Floral Clutch

Who loves it:

Morag Paterson, Stylist’s Fashion Assistant

Why she loves it:

" I love Louis Vuitton’s floral clutch. Floral bursts of vibrant colour are the new season’s perfect accessory."

£7,250, louisvuitton.com

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Anya Hindmarch Canvas and L…

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Anya Hindmarch Canvas and Leather Boat Bag

Who loves it:

Sarah Walter, fashion consultant and founder of style-passport.com

Why she loves it:

"The ultimate holiday shopper. I love the azure colour of this amazing tote."

£85, style-passport.com

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Mulberry Chestnut Cory

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Mulberry Chestnut Cory

Who loves it:

Sarah Curran, founder and CEO of my-wardrobe.com

Why she loves it:

"I bought this bag at the beginning of the season and it’s both elegant and a classic shape that will stay in my wardrobe for years to come."

£970, my-wardrobe.com

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Miu Miu Yellow Clutch

Who loves it: Alexandra Fullerton, Stylist’s… More details
Miu Miu Yellow Clutch

Who loves it:

Alexandra Fullerton, Stylist’s Fashion Director

Why she loves it:

"Miu Miu’s saturated brights are a big talking point. Pair with equally bold geometric prints."

£650, miumiu.com

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Prada Canvas Clutch

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Prada Canvas Clutch

Who loves it:

Morag Paterson, Stylist’s Fashion Assistant

Why she loves it:

"Thick bold stripes scream contemporary chic. Prada’s canvas clutch is spot on."

£430, prada.com

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Marni Shoulder Bag

Who loves it: Consuelo Castiglioni, designer Why… More details
Marni Shoulder Bag

Who loves it:

Consuelo Castiglioni, designer

Why she loves it:

"This is my favorite bag from the Loom Collection. It is elegant and precious for the hand-woven geometrical intarsia and unique for the patent "Scooby-doo" leather woven handle."

£1,300, marni.com

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Vida Vida Andreya Embossed Leather Toggle Bag

Who loves it:

Sarah Walter, fashion consultant and founder of style-passport.com

Why she loves it:

"I love the seventies threaded wooden toggle detail. It's the perfect companion for mooching foreign markets."

£25, style-passport.com

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Louis Vuitton Trapezio Art …

Who loves it: Emilia Fox, actress Why she loves… More details
Louis Vuitton Trapezio Art Deco Bag

Who loves it:

Emilia Fox, actress

Why she loves it:

"I am so hooked on the new Spring Summer collections from Louis Vuitton that I just couldn't resist a new bag from them. The bag is much brighter than I normally opt for for a day bag, as it's in plum with a fuchsia trim, but it perfectly makes any outfit a bit more fun. It also makes me feel like summer is almost here!"

£2,080 louisvuitton.com

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Olympia Le-Tan The Loving C…

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Olympia Le-Tan The Loving Couple Clutch

Who loves it:

Pam Brady, Accessories Buyer for Browns

Why she loves it:

"Olympia Le-Tan's book-style cases are gorgeous, as are their iPad cases that are exclusive to Browns."

£915, brownsfashion.com

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Topshop Shopper

Who loves it: Morag Paterson, Stylist’s… More details
Topshop Shopper

Who loves it:

Morag Paterson, Stylist’s Fashion Assistant

Why she loves it:

Topshop’s shopper is the essential understated everyday carryall.

£80, topshop.com

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