Handbags

A fab desk to dinner bag is the ideal accessory for any woman constantly on the go and with a buzzing social life. Whether it's a last minute girls night out or a date after work, you need an around-the-clock accessory that is suitable for a day in the office and that can still be smart enough to wear in a swanky bar.

Rid yourself of the pain of constantly swapping over the contents of your bag between your designated day time ones to your glitzy going out ones, and check out our must have 'inbetweeners' that are perfect for any event. From tech totes to smart satchels, or a bright to hue to classic beige, we've hunted down the best and most desirable bags that you will want to show off - whatever the occasion!

£209, Radley

A classic black saddlebag is without a doubt a wardrobe staple. It's the go-with-anything item that never goes out of style.

£89, & Other Stories

As every Fashion Editor knows, muted tones are essential for giving off a super expensive look.Reinvent boring beige with this luxe leather fold-over bag with golden hardware.

£39.99, Zara

Elevate a classic envelope-shaped bag with not-so-mellow yellow. Let the striking colour be the focal point to any ensemble.

£99, Hobbs

Metallic instantly updates any look and gives it that glamorous edge. Wear for a normal day at work and team with cream shades for an expensive look, or go slightly rock chic vamp up for an evening out with some leather trousers.

£350, Lulu Guinness

Accessorising with a fun print can really lift a simple outfit and turn it from drab to fab in seconds. With the iconic Lulu lip motif, this bag here is just the accessory to need to compliment a classic black or navy office dress.

£300, La Portegna

Whether it's for a weekend walk, a day in the office or a night out on the town, a dash of colour can really go a long way. Fit all of your workday necessities into this bag but keep the fun factor to move it from the desk to a dinner out.

£145, The Cambridge Satchel Company

The Cambridge Satchel has had a super sweet make over for spring, with a scalloped edge finish, in peach and white two tone and with the companies ever reliable sturdyfinish, this bag has all of the right ingredients for a complete show stopper.

£180, Uterque

Mix up your materials and make a bold statement by investing in this suede and leather messenger from Uterque. With a gold metal finish, this bag is a great in-between size to fit all of your necessities.

£950, Apsinal

One thing every working woman needs to have is a tech tote - a bag with hidden internal cables allowing you to charge your many devices. For a large tote bag quality leather is key. Go for a monochrome mix to match every outfit.

Samantha Rnic

Samantha Rnic is a fashion stylist and writer from Colchester. She has worked for titles such as Grazia, The Sun and Look magazine. She is currently studio bookings manager at Matches Fashion.