Expert edit: Spring's hottest handbags
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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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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