My tiny treat from Bicester

Non leather now from Mango but this one has more than a hint of the Pradas about it. (they also have this in navy and it's stunning) 

Mango Saffiano-effect tote £34.99  I'm not entirely sure how they get away with actually calling it a Prada name (Saffiano!) but needless to say, they're probably relying on imitation being the most sincere form of flattery etc etc. 




Matt & Nat Misuko Detachable Strap handheld bag was £88 now £66 An Eco Friendly manufacturer who advocate the art of ethical bag making.  A non leather, no harm to animals, all round good egg manufacturer.  Absolutely love this.  

Currently there is a discount on some bags at ASOS so it makes sense to buy them now if you're considering one.


Firorelli Harper Triple Compartment Croc Embossed Shoulder Bag was £69 now £51.50  This one isn't leather but it's a lovely useful shape. 





Whilst we're on the subject of non leather, this has to be the bargain of the day from New Look. 

New Look Saddle bag in tan. Was £15.99 now £11.50



ASOS Duffle Bag with contrast side seams was £30 now £22.50  Another non leather one - I love the black side panels - so easy to team with outfits for a super lazy matchy matchy person like me.






Lyttleton Bag from Hobbs £249  Back in the land of leather with the traditional quilting from Hobbs - a lovely putty shade of tan.



Or the Mimi bag from Hobbs - cross body bag at £199





This is a gorgeous shape from Boden - I love this colour as well and I have ummed and aahed about getting this as it is the perfect shade of tan. 

Soft Leather Bowling Bag £139



Moving onto a more chestnut shade and again we're not talking leather here but Dune has some gorgeous bags this season.   These do definitely have a certain Michael Kors vibe to them but actually I think I do in fact prefer the Dune ones. 

Dune Deather Slouchy bag £79 in tan 




Dune Dushroom Tassle Trim Saddle bag £59


Little bit of Mulberry influence per chance here?  I think I prefer this again though to most Mulberry bags! 

Dune Triple Lock Handbag £69




Dune Doboweave Woven Detail Hobo Bag £69




Another option at Collection Weekend by John Lewis.

Acrossbody (their word) satchel bag in tan £39



A Cross Body Leather version from White Stuff - their SImon bag at £55


More leather cross body versions from from John Lewis. 

Carlyle Large Cross body square leather bag £99



However for me, the cross body bag bargain of the day is to be from Mango. 

Mango Cross Body Flap Bag £16.99 - yes you read that correctly, less than £17!  As this is such an amazing buy I feel compelled to tell you they also do this in a lighter beige colour (this is Medium Brown apparently....) and black - the latter being not nearly as nice in my humble opinion.  

This does in fact cost £24.99 on the Mango site but is on Special Offer at John Lewis although I don't know how long for.



There are some gorgeous leather options at DKNY

DKNY Vintage Leather Hobo Bag £208


DKNY Vintage Leather Medium Tote Handbag £204



And a Cross body version at £159



A friend of mine has one of these and they are just the most beautiful bags. 

Radley Kirkwood Large Leather Flap Shoulder bag £349




I also love the Grosvenor Medium Grab Bag from Radley in tan £249




Gorgeous vintage vibe to this Tory Burch bag. 

Vintage Camel Smooth Leather Shoulder Bag £399







Probably the best value bag for quality and looks I would say has to be this from John Lewis. 

Alderney Leather Hobo Bag £99

And as per usual, I could go on and on but I need to draw the line somewhere.  I have tried other bags but honestly the ones I come back to again and again are tan bags.  All shades, all sizes, you can never have too many (well you can obviously but....)

Outfit for today but before I do, can I just say a HUGE thank you to everyone who has voted for me in the BiBs awards in the shortlist in the Style Category.  Fingers crossed!  Thank you thank you thank you - it's hugely appreciated xx