Saviour team: the “chuck it all in” bags

It’s that time of year again, the early morning wake-up is back and your day-to-day commitments deny you from visiting home to drop off items picked up from the day. What does this call for? Yes, a chuck it all in-don’t let anyone see all of the ridiculous things I have in here-big old bag.

The female gender rely on their handbags for all sorts of things; storing the usual, hiding shopping from people who would disapprove of a so called “obsession” to clothing, to moving people out of the way in crowded situations (for some). But our desires for more and more square feet in our bags call for a selection that would even make Mary Poppins jealous.At the lower end of your budget is this beautiful number from H and M, the leather look two-tone bag combines so many aspects of current trends it almost makes it timeless. Pair it with pretty much anything; especially skin-tight jeans and a baggy blouse, and it will automatically make it look better.

Second up we have another two-tone bag, as you can tell it’s in this season – why have one colour when you can have two? This monochrome bag will style any outfit with sophistication. With the gold clasp and zip, it gives you the perfect opportunity to go over the top with gold jewellery. Click to Aldo for this lovely option.

Viva la Festival chic? Not to fear, this bag from Skunkfunk is the perfect saviour. With enough muted tones to look classy, but with bright lining peeking through the top, it still allows some time for play and not all work. Pair with some big black boots to finish the accessorizing of any outfit in need of that “something”.

With this grey bucket bag, you can never go wrong. With a slick and simple design, and being made from 100% leather, even chucking your sunglasses into this will be a swift act. Muted colours are popular this season, but pair this with a bright orange jumper and you have your outfit thanks to Zara.If a touch of class is on your agenda, then Marc O’Polo is definitely the place to set your sights on. The German brand creates this beautifully cut bag from cowhide, and not only is it made with the best of care; but it will carry you without a hitch, from work to a weekend getaway.

Tamara Massey 

To read more about Skunkfunk’s collection click here, and to get to the Marc O’Polo bag, click on the link, the shop section and then the bags department.