At well under £100 this is a bargain for a good-quality leather bag. It will suit those with an androgynous style and its fabric mixing and snake embossing means it has the trends safely covered. £85, topshop.com So embrace the cool colour palette which is making its way into a store near you and invest in the lighter look with naturals and nudes. This buckle-free satchel will have minimalists reaching for their credit cards. Chain straps are still going strong, but if it's not Chanel you shouldn't add quilting into the equation. The satchel is given a new lease of life when delivered in this easy, spring colour-way. The cream body may get a bit grubby with time, but as the price point is so reasonable (it's made from polyurethane, not leather) you can afford to have some carefree fun with it this summer. The metal edging makes it look far more expensive than it actually is, and although it is small it's deep - and therefore surprisingly roomy. Snake print has knocked the spots off leopard of late, with many designers including Gucci and Preen experimenting with the serpent skin pattern. The clean shape of this roomy handbag shows off the print to the full and it is a great accessory to perk up a tired work outfit. £180, bananarepublic.gap.co.uk It shouldn't have escaped your attention that black and white is set to be the colour combination of the season. The hues sit harmoniously together on this tote in a graphic frame design and there are some matching shoes in store too. Zara's handbags are consistently good. If you fancy a change from their hugely coveted leather shopper, this zesty tote with zip details should be just the ticket. It's smaller than the shopper, but just as much of a statement. Shiny fabrics are the "finish" to get excited about for this season - and for the next too. This ladylike Fifties style looks more modern when delivered in patent, but you'll have to wait until early next month to snap up this spring bargain.