It’s that time of year when we start to rotate our seasonal wardrobes: knitted dresses are replaced with airy frocks and heavy boots make way for lighter soles, thermals ditched for bikinis and woolly hats for sunglasses. Bags might not seem like an obvious choice for a summer refresh (aside from a good old holiday suitcase), but sunnier days allow for more delicate materials like suede, crochet and raffia, alongside feel-good pops of colour, to be introduced into our accessories arsenal.

For the ultimate crop of summer bags, keep scrolling.

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Summer nights

Going “out-out” in summer is a lot more straightforward than in the cold months. Leaving your coat at home can only mean one thing: less is more. The only time that this formula falters? When it comes to rhinestones and sequins.

Corporate cool

Sultry days in the office can only be saved by high-performing AC, lightweight separates for the heat and a bag that fits a blanket in for evenings in the park. These holdalls will solve (almost) all your wardrobe woes.

Beach Babes

Got your holidays booked? Well done you. Whether you’re going on staycation or moving closer to the Med, beach bags are essential. Staying local? Just call it a park or picnic bag.

Ready for take-off

If you don’t want to give off hardcore tourist vibes at the airport, leave the straw beach bag in your suitcase. A jumbo tote is all you need. Plus, it doubles up as hand luggage.

Peak Picnic

Picnics should be considered a national sport, and these bags are a perfect fit for any Olympian. Ready, steady – fire up the BBQ.

Brunch-e-teers

Who doesn’t enjoy dressing up for a weekend brunch with friends or family? A shoulder bag is an ideal companion for afternoons spent over drinks and waffles.

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Originally posted from “British VOGUE” by Jessica Gerardi and Henrik Lischke