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Mustard Contrast Satchel from Topshop

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For an instant shot of sixties looks, a well chosen colour palette can often be key. This Mustard Contrast Satchel from Topshop uses a great pairing of vintage shades in a leather look bag that has plenty of retro appeal.

The tapered, sloping sides add a sixties look to the classic satchel, creating a shape that has all the sharp and angular appeal of the decade's aesthetic. The use of mustard and rich brown faux leather together adds to the impact of a design that's instantly recognisable as a nod to timeless vintage looks.

It's available now from Topshop for £32.

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Where’s Wally Shoulder Bag from Truffle Shuffle

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Well you've finally found him, on your arm, the Where's Wally shoulder bag from Truffle Shuffle is a saviour for fans of the mysteriously dissapearing character whose hiding days are finally over.

It was 1987 when the Where's Wally books were first published in his fetching bobble hat and striped jumper and if you spent a good portion of your youth searching for Wally, you deserve to own this bag.

The bag measures 13.5 x 10 inches with an adjustable strap and you can claim yours for £24.99 at Truffle Shuffle.

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Billie Leather Shoulder Bag by Chloé

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Satchels are undeniably mainstream bag designers' latest love affair, leaning heavily on vintage inspiration in most cases. Pieces like this Billie Shoulder Bag by Chloé offer a chic reinterpretation of 20th century ideas, without losing that key retro appeal.

Made from panels of tan leather and heritage-look linen fabric, the sharp structure of this bag is accented by black trim. The resulting lines and shape are reminiscent of a classic sixties satchel, while the unconventional use of fabrics adds an interesting new dimension.

It's available now in the UK for £875 from Net-a-Porter.

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Adidas Adicolor Airline Bag in blue

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Like the colour blue? Well, you're in luck because that's the latest colour reissue of the classic Adidas Adicolor Airline Bag.

Aside from that, this is the same familiar, travel-friendly bag, with that classic blue contrasted with a white logo and trim, offering a large storage area, outer pocket and adjustable shoulder strap.

End Clothing has it, priced at £39.

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Sophie Messenger Bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs

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Among the satchels and Chanel-a-likes, current designers can often forget the myriad of other retro influences available to them in bag design. Tapping into something a little less seen, this Sophie Messenger Bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs is a cute little piece that will last through many seasons to come.

It's appeal comes from a sweet simplicity, with a bubbly and rounded messenger shape creating a borderline kitschy feeling. In a stone grey leather, the gold hardware keeps the colour palette classic and timeless. With a simple rounded handle to finish, this is the sort of handbag you'll be wearing with everything.

Get it online from Matches Fashion for £425.

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Ostrich Suitcase from Urban Outfitters

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With the hundreds of unreliable wheeled luggage pieces around at the moment, there really is nothing quite like a well crafted vintage style case to see you right. This Ostrich Suitcase from Urban Outfitters more than makes up in style and craft what it lacks in modern features.

The faux-ostrich skin outer has great retro looks, while the lining and hardware don't put a foot wrong in the style stakes either. The size is ideal for a weekend bag or holdall, keeping all your bits and bobs looking achingly cool. Simple and chic is all you really need.

It's now available from Urban Outfitters for £48.

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