A timeless designer bag has the power to instantly elevate a basic jeans and jumper look. Especially in the Autumn-Winter season, when most of our everyday outfits are based around the outerwear, having a statement arm candy will make your outfit look complete. Finding an everyday bag that’s versatile and makes an understated statement is all down to picking the right size, material and color. In this blog, I’ve curated 21 timeless designer bags in the key autumn-winter colors that are standout yet easy to style for everyday.

Monochrome ‘Go-To’ Staple

A monochrome ‘go-to’ staple bag is the number one timeless accessorize for an elegant wardrobe. This season, the archive Gucci Jackie 1961 bag makes a fashion return in both black and white. Named after Jacqueline Kennedy, who popularized the style in the ’60s, this bag thicks all the boxes for an elegant everyday accessory. The curved half-moon shape and the piston hardware design is chic and generous in size.

“GUCCI Jackie 1961 shoulder bag is an elegant update on archival style that provides the perfect balance of understated classic design that’s versatile for everyday.”

Jackie 1961 white bag | Jackie 1961 black bag | GUCCI 1955 Horsebit mini grained-leather shoulder bag | STELLA MCCARTNEY Frayme shoulder bag | Prada Cleo brushed leather bag

When it comes to neutrals, a cream bag is a key essential that will allow you to wear lighter tones in the colder months. I have been wearing my cream Prada Cleo bag on repeat season after season and it looks particularly nice with tonal outfits. It’s minimalist design is easy to pair with different looks and you can rent or buy it from the Cocoon Club for a fraction of the price. The Cocoon Club is a membership subscriptions service for designer bags – a great way to get access to a range of designer bags or simply ‘test’ a bag before buying it.

Fall for Caramel Cafe

Nothing says understated chic more than a handbag in a creamy caramel shade. Crafted from buttery brown leather, the new Loewe clutch style can be carried from the optional shoulder strap and even doubles up as a bracelet. When shopping for a designer bag, it’s important to choose a size that works with your height and proportions. The mini Jodie pouch works great for petite ladies. This season it comes with a long chain strap, so you can style it cross body for shopping earrings in town.

LOEWE Bracelet brown pleated leather clutch  | LOEWE Puzzle mini bag | STELLA MCCARTNEY Frayme small brown faux leather shoulder bag |  Mini Jodie | Valentino Roman Stud medium bag

Some of the most versatile designer bags are the ones that have a top handle and a cross body strap such as the Loewe Puzzle bag. This bag has high wearability as you can wear it for multiple occasions and the brown color is perfect for all year round.

Accessorize with Berry Tones

From burgundy, plum, wine to maroon, berry shades are a classic palette for the autumn winter season. Pick a designer bag in your favorite berry tone and style it with complimenting colours such as green, pink and brown. If you prefer wearing neutrals, a red accessory will add a pop of colour and an instant interest to your outfit. The Bottega’s Mini Bordeaux Pouch has an adjustable shoulder strap so that it can be carried comfortably on the shoulder as well as an evening clutch.

Jackie 1961 red bag | Chain burgundy leather clutch | Bottega Mini Bordeaux Pouch | Bon Bon Burgundy bucket | Loewe Goya bag | Valentino one stud bag

 Victoria Beckham’s chain leather clutch is crafted from soft leather in a rich burgundy shade. This sleek pouch is accented with a chunky gold chain that acts as a slip-tab fastening for the front flap, but also doubles as a hand strap.

Crazy For Cornflower

A cornflower blue leather bag is ideal for adding contrast to your outfits. The Prada Panier’s simple silhouette is as elegant as it is functional. Another great option for the ladies who want to be ‘hands-free’ during the day is the Lady Dior phone holder. It can be carried by hand or worn crossbody with its handle and removable chain strap. Looking for a sustainable alternative to leather? This season, Miu Miu takes a planet-friendly approach for the design of their latest shoulder bag using a recycled polyamide.

Prada Panier Bag | Prada Cleo brushed leather shoulder bag with flap | MIU MIU recycled-polyamide shoulder bag | LADY DIOR PHONE HOLDER | MIU MIU Matelassé nappa leather bag

I particularly love the Prada Panier bucket bag in an ice blue colour. The saffiano leather that is distinctive in Prada collections, is durable and perfect for every day.

How to Choose A Versatile Designer Bag?

A personal stylist can help you pick a versatile designer bag that reflects your personality & compliments your current wardrobe. This will ensure that your new investment accessory will become a hard-working piece which can be styled in multiple ways. Book your Style Refresh session today and let our fashion experts help you find the perfect designer accessory in just a few hours.

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by Deni, fashion stylist