3.1 PHILLIP LIM (New York) Leather Satchel

Structured with a square-ish, roomy body and edgy with expandable side zippers, 3.1 Phillip Lim's need-to-have-it-now satchel will take you from board meeting to birthday party, and everything in between.

(RRP US$895)

AGNES B. (Paris) Leather Tote

A couple of years after Coco Chanel passed away in 1971, Agnès Troublé launched her agnes b. label of smart/casual daywear in Paris. Since then, the designer has quietly grown her chic, everyday creations into an international brand—despite the label’s lack of advertising. Now 73, Troublé still designs every piece in her 8 annual collections. The designer is also an active cultural broker, using her many boutiques worldwide  as a platform to share her artistic inspirations.

Neatly cut from sturdy leather, this agnes b. tote showcases the label's signature clean lines and minimal aesthetic. Fill the ample interior with your daily essentials and even larger items like your tablet/documents. Ideal for the office or in the city, and perfect with everything from tailoring to denim.

(RRP ¥25,200)

Agnes b. is especially popular in Japan. Much of what the young Japanese feel about French brands was in fact shaped by the brand, which made its debut in Japan in 1983 and became an immediate sensation. Today there are some 150 agnes b. outlets throughout Japan, and it is said that 1 out of every 3 Japanese women under 25 owned at least one agnes b. item.

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.

MICHAEL KORS (New York) Large Two-Way Tote

Sophisticated and spacious, this biggish tote from MICHAEL Michael Kors' is an instant wardrobe staple. Constructed from durable textured-leather, you can switch effortlessly between the carry handles and shoulder strap. A chic choice for both office and the weekend. :-)

(RRP US$358)

ALEXANDER WANG (New York) Croc-Embossed Tote

Alexander Wang’s newest tote is a modern day classic. Offset with metal corner hardware, this spacious yet chic crocodile-embossed carryall is well worth the investment—the incredibly versatile design can be polished for work, cool for weekends, and fashion-forward for date night.

(RRP US$1226)