The lure of a designer bag is a powerful thing – the accessory accompanies us through our day-to-day engagements, acting not just as a vessel in which to safely house our belongings but also as a wider marker of our personal style leanings. Regardless of which aesthetic you most align with, it’d make for a wise investment to build your own personal collection around a number of key designs, from reliable leather handbags and capacious designer beach bags to smaller iterations such as clutches and minaudières. Peruse some of the most covetable styles from our collection of luxury brands, including the likes of YSL, Valentino, Loewe, Chloé and Prada.