REED KRAKOFF (New York) Nappa Leather Shoulder Bag

Practical yet chic, this shoulder bag from accessories guru Reed Krakoff is perfect for busy days in the city.

Crafted from deer nappa leather—butter-soft, durable, luxurious—in a mouth-watering royal blue hue, this minimalist take on the classic satchel will look gorgeous against your black pencil skirt and printed top.

For weekend style, set off the vibrant cobalt with a white blouse or white skinny jeans.

(RRP US$1,290)

Reed Krakoff 2014 was described as a collection for the "rare but important species: the WWWs, or the wealthy who work" (!), with cobalt blue being a star colour.

REED KRAKOFF (New York) Deer Nappa Leather Hobo

Hardworking fashionistas require a dependable carryall for busy city days, and Fifth Avenue designer du jour Reed Krakoff’s hobo —crafted from buttery, luxurious, to-die-for deer nappa leather— is guaranteed to see you through packed schedules. Spacious enough for your makeup pouch, tablet, and a small water bottle, this haute piece is perfect for dashing from morning meetings to a client lunch and post-work drinks when the day is done.

And, of course, it comes in various absolutely scrumptious colours, too.

(RRP US$1,290)

REED KRAKOFF Leather Hobo

This slouchy hobo —from Madison Avenue’s new favourite luxury brand Reed Krakoff— is a bag that goes with everything and holds its own.

Thanks to the unstructured design and roomy interior, this beautiful carryall can hold a lot without looking bulky or overloaded.
(P.S.: Come and touch and feel the ultra, heavenly-soft pebble leather!)
(RRP US$1290)

RICK OWENS Leather Shoulder Bag

Featuring a tall, rectangular shape, the only handle on this unconventional bag --from avant-garde Paris-based U.S. designer Rick Owens-- comes courtesy of a side strap with the bag resting on a diagonal tilt when carried. The bag’s simple construction also features high-quality supple cowhide leather.
Swing this unisex style over your shoulder to transform simple ensembles in an instant.
(RRP US$995)

TORY BURCH Leather Bag with Buckle Links

Downsized bags are big accessories story this season and Tory Burch’s smallish messenger style guarantees sartorial impact. With gleaming buckle links, this leather piece will give your outfit an instant dose of luxe.
Echo the luxe hardware with metallic accessories, and carry this on both busy days at work and relaxed weekends in the city.
(RRP US$435)

KOOBA Natasha Convertible Tote

A marriage of cuteness & practicality, the best part about Kooba Natasha is of course its two-in-one styling. This bag can be worn as a slimmer shopper, or -- with a twist & a turn of the side clasps -- as a more roomy bucket tote. Minimal hardware adds just enough extra shine.