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BUILT bags featuring Alexander Girard designs

Girard built

Some of Alexander Girard's best known designs are getting another outing on these bags from New York company BUILT. They're reproducing three of his classic mid-century designs on a range that encompasses everything from phone sleeves to shoulder bags. 

Slightly controversially for a designer who was well known for his textile designs, these bags are made from neoprene. Their shapes reflects the rest of BUILT's bag range and which is likely not to everyone's taste. However, a nice detail is the charm that comes on all the bags – a mini version of Girard's 'Love' design. 

Prices start at $25 for the phone sleeve. 

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Cameo Tote Bag by Lulu Guinness

Lulu cameo

Lulu Guinness has made a name for herself with a certain sense of intriguingly quirky style, often delving into the world of vintage inspiration. This Cameo Tote Bag is just such an item, using a vintage theme to create some undeniably appealling kitsch.

The bag's glossy finish looks flawless in all black, allowing the contours of an imprinted cameo design to catch light subtly. Big enough for almost anything from laptops to your shopping, this tote is worth the investment for a versatile and lasting piece that's great looking as a bonus.

It's available online in the UK from My Wardrobe for £195.

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60s-style patent leather satchel by French and English Confectioners

Satchel

It could have come kicking and screaming out of the 1960s, but this 60s-style patent leather satchel is actually new, the work of French and English Confectioners.

Yes, it's your average satchel in looks, but with that patent leather twist in black with cream patent buckle straps and an adjustable shoulder strap.

Available online from the retailer's store, it sells for £65.

French and English Confectioners website

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Walk on Water retro-styled Bowler Bag

Bowler

We've featured plenty of vintage-style holdalls in the past, but the Walk on Water Bowler Bag offers something extra – it even doubles up to protect your laptop or notebook.

Offering up stylish vintage looks (not unlike a bowling bag), it's made from imitation leather with a durable 'rip stop' lining and offers up two storage compartments, as well as a removable padded 15-inch laptop sleeve, should you want to use it for work too.

Designed by Peter Carlberger and available online, it sells for £98.

Find out more at the Funktion Alley website

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Face Print Bag from New Look

Face print bag

Shoppers have quickly become a must have accessory since the crack down on plastic bag usage. For fashion lovers this is no bad thing with options like this Face Print Bag from New Look.

The roomy shopper features a statement comic-style print reminiscent of the pulp fiction covers of the fifties and beyond. With a speech bubble saying "The IT Bag" in various languages for a little added wit, this bag is a worthy replacement for your tattered bags for life.

It's available now from New Look for £14.

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Rena Clutch Bag from Coast

Coast check clutch

Striking graphic prints in sharp monochrome are instantly recognisable as an ode to mid sixties fashion, and they work just as well in accessories as dresses and skirts. This Rena Clutch Bag from Coast captures the boldness that characterises the era's most memorable styles.

The diagonal check creates a chessboard design that's a lasting classic. The bag's shape lends itself well to the bold print, with simple and clean lines keeping this chic. Made from a satin fabric throughout, this is perfect for special occasions when you want to make a bold statement in black and white.

It's available now from Coast for £45.

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