Carryalls, totes, clutches and backpacks – these are essential bag types that every wardrobe should have for different occasions. A tribute to Christian Dior’s sister Catherine – affectionately known as “Caro” – the Dior Caro line includes an essential accessory: the Backpack. Its timeless yet ultra-contemporary silhouette is dressed in smooth leather and adorned with the macrocannage motif, is available in a variety of shades – black, powder beige or denim blue – and in two sizes: small and medium.

Louis Vuitton’s new Flore handbag, designed in a modern bucket silhouette, is functional yet sophisticated. The Garavani 9to5 bag makes its mark as an all-day accessory. Photo: Valentino Crafted from Mahina calfskin leather it is perforated with the House’s signature Monogram pattern and accented with silver-toned hardware.

Read more: Fun, flirty, fashionable: Ruffles can add drama to any piece of clothing Bottega Veneta’s Liberta in medium, a cross-body bag in smooth calf leather with a double flap, is built for both on-the-go days as well as nighttime events. The chic piece has a soft suede lining and comes in four cool hues: avocado, black, sterling and barolo. A bag that weaves together past and present, the new Gucci Blondie bag is a fusion of the nostalgia of the 1970s and modern design.

This medium top handle bag with a detachable and adjustable leather shoulder strap is crafted from natural canvas and trimmed with cuoio Toscano (Italian for Tuscan lea.