Anya Hindmarch

pounds 450

Anya Hindmarch's platted leather bag is great for slinging on with a pair of shorts when the sun finally appears. The white version needs a little care to ensure it lasts, so it's worth going for the bronze version if you have small children or a tendency to spill your coffee. 020-78389177

Prada

pounds 645

Mrs Prada can do little wrong when it comes t fashion and especially n when it comes to accessories. This chocolate leather and raffia hold-all is a great summer bag and is the perfect size for carrying all of your holiday extras. 020-7647 5000

Russell and Bromley

pounds 225

A striking primary-coloured bag is an easy way to inject some colour into an understated outfit. This canary yellow leather offering from Russell and Bromley is a great, well-sized bag, and one that is really rather bling, courtesy of its chunky silver buckles. 020-7629 6903

Kurt Geiger

pounds 179

Kurt Geiger is best known for their elegant shoes, however, it is also well worth checking out their range of bags. This green leather over-sized shoulder bag is a great Marni inspired look at a fraction of the price. 0845 257 2571

Marks and Spencer

pounds 39.50

You would never guess that this black suedette bag was from Marks and Spencer. Even in the flesh it oozes designer charm and quality. Although it looks reas ably small, a bit like th Tardis it is surprising roomy inside. It's gre for vegetarians too, as it is made of in a highly realistic suedette fabric. 0845 302 1234

River Island

pounds 29.99

If you love Dior's ostentatious bags but have a less than extravagant budget, then head to iver Island. They currently ave a great selection of ags including this rather agnificent floral print old-trimmed number. It is enough to make Paris Hilton jealous. 020- 89914759

GAP

pounds 35

This lovely soft leather bag is available from Gap in two sizes. My favourite is this petite hand-held version. Also worth checking out is their new range of floral travel bags. 0800 427789

Those who want to invest in this year's must-have bag should head to YSL. his effortlessly chic bag is a great size and shape and the heavy te leathe will ok even e autiful as it ages. It is a hefty investment, but one you won't regret. 020-7235 6706