Byline: PATRICE JOHN
A woman's possessions are many and no matter how many times we are told to carry just the bare essentials, clutter is never far away. To ferry all of these items around - and to carry anything for that matter you might need for those unforeseeable emergencies - a well proportioned handbag is a necessity.
Here are a few for you to chose from.
1 A.M.Y.
If the closest you get to brushing shoulders with celebs is browsing through womens' magazines fear not, for a taste of the star lifestyle could be within your grasp.
Celebrity glossy magazine OK! have created a range of items with the help of Amy Morris.
The magazine which earns its crust by charting the rise and fall of celebrities is bringing the designer life to the masses with the A.M.Y. collection.
This bag is just one of the offerings and with a handy little purse you can make sure that all your items are kept safe and secure.
pounds 50 from Debenhams Stores or call 08446 616161 for stockists.
3 2 NEXT DIRECTORY
There are only a few things that can detract from the beauty of an elegant handbag.
One of these has to be an ugly, worn out purse. So to overcome this problem Next have created a matching bag and purse set.
The bag is loaded with pockets to keep your most prized possessions away from prying eyes.
Gucci Wallet ReplicaThe strap and design of the bag mean it will fit neatly onto the shoulder and at such a modest price, it is worth investing in the purse that matches.
Leather Pocket Handheld Bag available in red, ivory and black is pounds 34.99 and the leather purse costs pounds 22.99.
Available from the Next Directory.
4 FRENCH CONNECTION
After creating such a furore with their FCUK advertising campaign it's a wonder French Connection could create such a sedate and 'ordinary' item as a tan bag.
This bag would be good for holding everyday items, while adding an element of style to your everyday life.
Tan Handbag is pounds 89 and available from French Connection stores
5 TOAST
As the Autumn leaves begin to fall and temperatures cool the elements demand a change of attire.
There are a number of items to make sure you can face chilly days without neglecting your sense of style.
Retailers Toast and Pure specialise in winter wear and have some of the best items to add to an autumn wardrobe.
No wardrobe is complete without a set of woolies and Toast's cabled hats, scarves and mittens in shades of Balsalt, Smokey Pink, Winter White and Lichen Green look great.
So you can stay warm - and co-ordinated - at the same time.
Cabled Beanie, pounds 25, Long Cabled Scarf, pounds 49, Cabled Fingerless Mittens, pounds 29.
Available from Toast at or by calling 0870 240 5200.
6 TOAST
Jewellery BroochA well-cut coat is a sure fire way to keep chilly temperatures at bay.
This military-style double-breasted coat
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