Category: Bags

As practical but beautiful bags go, satchels are always a great find on the high street, and a choice with plenty of retro appeal. Branching out from the traditional leather versions, this Floral Box Bag from Topshop provides us with an unusual choice that still relies heavily on vintage inspiration.

Keeping the structured square of the satchel, along with a cross body strap and front fastening, the shape retains plenty of vintage charm. It's the fabric, though, that makes this version stand out. A vintage-look floral on waterproofed polyester combines well with the burnished gold colour of the fastenings to create an antiqued aesthetic.

It's available now from Topshop for £28.

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If you're after a bag with equal parts practicality and stylish looks, you can't go wrong with a well made retro satchel. This vintage look version is by UK company Ollie & Nic, and doesn't skimp on the quality either.

The Hove Satchel is made from 100% leather, using a soft leather to give that uniquely vintage-look shape to the bag. Available in black or brown, the classic features are all present and correct, with front tab fastening, shoulder strap and a carry handle on top. Gold look buckles and badge provide a faultless finish.

It's available now from Ollie & Nic online for £85. Get it before the 31st of January and you'll get 10% off your order by entering 'EARLY10' at the check out.

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Just unveiled as part of the new spring range at Fred Perry is this very stylish Leather Satchel.

Yes, based on the classic satchel that you may or may not have used for school, it throws in a few subtle differences, boosting the size and offering up a quality leather finish, as well as adding in buckle fastening, two storage compartments, a metal Laurel badge and an adjustable/removable shoulder strap.

Sadly, it doesn't come cheap – the Leather Satchel comes in at £175.

Find out more at the Fred Perry website