A tote bag is one of those staples that’ll never go out of style. Invest well and time and time again you’ll be throwing your essentials (translation, your junk) into it, throwing it over your shoulder and reusing. A typical tote will be large (ish) with two handles and usually left open (no zips or clasps etc). For the fourth in the ‘Wardrobe Classics’ series, here’s another mandatory piece that you’ll find in most closets in the city.

Tote Bag: Carvela Kurt Geiger Aurelie Tote with Purse price £70 (above) 

Shirt: Gerard Darel, Trousers: Gap, Trainers: Adidas Superstar, price £67 (above)

Within a range of budgets, here are the totes from designer to high street that I’m loving right now. Simply click to buy.

Carvela Kurt Geiger Aurelie Tote with Purse price £70 (above) 

New Look Black Suede Panel Tote, Price £29.99 (above)

River Island Tote Bag, Price £65 (above) *this is mens but looks great on women too!

Warehouse Double Buckle Tote, Price £40 (above)

L.K. Bennett Marian Printed Saffiano, Price £265 (above)

River Island V Winged Tote, Price £47 (above)

Cambridge Satchel Company The East West Tote, Price £180 (above)

River Island Fringed Tote, Price £45 (above)