[PHOTOS: BALENCIAGA, BOTTEGA VENETA, BULGARI, BURBERRY, CELINE, CHANEL, COACH, DIOR, FENDI, FERRAGAMO, GIORGIO ARMANI, GIVENCHY, GUCCI, HERMES, JIMMY CHOO, LANVIN, LOEWE, LOUIS VUITTON, MIU MIU, MULBERRY, PRADA, TOD’S, VALENTINO, YSL, ZAGLIANI]
The death knell for It bags may have sounded, but that has not stopped status bags from flying off the shelves. Here are 25 of this season’s hottest finds.
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MULBERRY
Jenah shoulder bag, $1,819
There is a lot going on with this bag, from the suede, cracked leather and tumbled sheepskin to its shoulder chains and pale gold hardware. Yet, it looks pulled together and just right.
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BALENCIAGA
Clutch with gold chain, $2,099
This teeny bag is all about elegance. Its finishings – from impeccable stitching to finely crafted clasp – show that good things can come in small packages.
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BOTTEGA VENETA
Oxydized Copper Intrecciato Cervo tote, $5,070
Inspired by weathered copper roofs, this hand-woven deerskin tote has undergone meticulous treatment to obtain its rich metallic patina.
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BULGARI
Leoni collection ostrich skin pochette, $4,720
Ostrich skin and the ornamental buckle carved in the shape of facing leoni (Italian for lions) dress up the minimalist design of this clutch.
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BURBERRY
Gardener bag in ochre patchwork check raffia with alligator trim, $9,695
A gardener’s worst nightmare has to be cracked soil. But put that pattern on a bag and it is a dream to behold.
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CELINE
Blossom calfskin bag in plum, $3,350
For women who carry everything save the kitchen sink but still want to get their stuff out in a jiffy.
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CHANEL
Large leather shopping bag, $4,630
Excuse me, are you a paper bag? No, this is a leather version made to look like a paper carrier. Clever.
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COACH
Parker shoulder bag, $829
This brand may be known for its monogrammed carriers but the labelaverse can still get this model that exudes relaxed charm.
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DIOR
Le 30 white leather bag with giraffe-print pony hair lining, $3,700
Indulge your inner rock star with this crisp white tote that is lined with giraffe-print pony hair.
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JIMMY CHOO
Mandah hobo, $2,105
You can zip the bag up to make it smaller and conceal its logo. This is great for the girl who wants to have everybody ask: “What label is she carrying?”
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LANVIN
Happy Partage shoulder bag, $2,699
The rough-and-tumble denim fabric gives a refreshing contrast to the lady-like shoulder chains and classic shape of this handbag.
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GIORGIO ARMANI
Croco bowling bag, $24,999
Made from the most expensive of exotic skins, this crocodile skin number wows with its rich shade of orange.
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GIVENCHY
Melancholia chain bag in snakeskin, $3,428, from On Pedder
No need to shout when you have pedigree. This is another understated classic.
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GUCCI
New Jackie shoulder bag, $4,250
This is how you update a classic – by giving it a fresh colour such as coral red and adding details like leather tassels.
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HERMES
Jypsiere, $12,500
This sporty version of the evergreen Birkin with a handy body strap gives hands-free liberty to girls on the move.
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FENDI
Peekaboo bag with python skin interior, $4,550
Talk about turning things inside out: Carry this one unfastened and let the interior show what exquisite taste you have.
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FERRAGAMO
Sophia bag, $3,330
All-white elegance and class never go wrong – unless you dirty it too soon, of course.
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LOEWE
Calle bag, $3,090
This bag takes its shape from the humble supermarket carriers, but remade into a haute version.
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LOUIS VUITTON
Monogram Kalahari PM, $4,060
Go tribal-lite with this monogrammed hobo. Those beads on a rope are not mere embellishments – pull tight and tie them up to alter the shape of your bag.
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MIU MIU
Intreccio Colour Nappa bag, $2,750
The ruching detail in shades of pink and purple is sure to add zest to any outfit. We say extending the woven leather detailing to the braided handles is a clever touch.
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PRADA
Cervo Lux exotic skin print bag, $3,630
If you dislike reptilian reality, this number with an amazingly realistic skin print will give you the luxe factor minus the creeps.
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TOD’S
G Bag in python skin, $2,960
Tod’s It bag of the season takes a walk on the wild side in python skin, adding kick to a genteel design.
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VALENTINO
Petale Shopping Couture bag in nappa leather with silver studs, $7,600
The detail-oriented will love this intricate tote which comes with a giant rosette and metal studs.
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YSL
Easy, $1,910
On days when you need a low-key, low-maintenance bag, this Easy number – free of bells and whistles – is the one to tote.
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ZAGLIANI
Gold snakeskin handbag, $4,750, from On Pedder
Turn heads with this bag injected with silicone, the brand’s signature treatment on exotic skin, to give it softness.
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