9 cute and quirky designer bags for both work and play

Add more dimension and colour to your look with this piece by Givenchy. Made with smooth calfskin leather, this stylish bag brings texture to your outfit and boasts a timeless and luxurious feel that will instantly elevate any look.

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As part of its latest Spring-Summer 2021 collection, Louis Vuitton recently introduced the Coussin — a comfortable and supple bag that’s very much like a pillow. Featuring multiple quilted compartments, this adorable yet functional piece is perfect to store your essentials and whatnots while you go about your day. The piece arrives in two different sizes — PM and MM — in a variety of incisive shades ranging from metallic tones to radical shades, that goes well with its strong, geometric design. Wear it as a crossbody, over the shoulders or even as a clutch to suit any occasion.

Louis Vuitton Coussin is available at Louis Vuitton Takashimaya Shopping Centre Ngee Ann City and Marina Bay Sands Island Maison.

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No quirky messages or street art-inspired prints here, but this unique triangle shaped bag is a great alternative to spruce up your everyday work outfit. As part of the brand’s Summer 2021 collection, Celine recently unveiled its leather triangle unisex bag that echoes the cross-body bag trend that’s been a hit amongst the masses in recent months. Here, you’ll find Celine’s signature logo embossed at the front of this simple, yet chic piece — making it a versatile capsule wardrobe must-have that goes well with any outfit. Besides, it’s also a functional and stylish piece that works perfectly when you’re out on your lunch breaks.

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Take your outfit up a notch with this Diana bamboo-handle leather tote bag. Named after Princess Diana, this timeless silhouette is an eye-catching piece on its own thanks to its bamboo top handles, which are a house hallmark from the iconic 1947 collection and are accented by detachable neon-yellow straps.

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Conventional corporate styles might call for neutral shades like black, brown or navy but a punchy orange can elevate basic hues, or pop against an all-white ensemble. This tote’s roomy enough to hold all your essentials, and even your laptop, too.

Even better: It supports sustainability with a canvas sourced from recycled plastic bottles found in landfills, and is coated in re-purposed windscreen laminates. It’s available in navy if you prefer a more subtle hue.

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Bring a touch of tongue-in-cheek humour into the office with this quirky take on the basic black bag. It’s emblazoned with the words “salary inside” and even offers instructions on opening its Off-White’s signature logo clasp.

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The woven exterior with gleaming hardware lends a touch of formality, but it’s a party on the inside with an exuberant portrait that’s inspired by the goddess Athena.

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Featuring a structured silhouette and quality calfskin leather in bright apple green, your co-workers might not even realise there’s an elephant masquerading as your trusty work sidekick – until they take a closer look. And we reckon it’ll be quite the conversation starter at casual lunch meetings.

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Similar to the Elephant Mini Bag, LOEWE has also launched other iterations of animal-inspired bags that take after the shape of a rabbit, octopus, and our next favourite, the Whale. Crafted with soft-grained calfskin leather with leather lining and polished silver-tone hardware, this bumbag is a unique piece you’ve never seen before. Not only does it make your outfit pop, but you can also easily sling it over your shoulder and carry it around while you run your errands.

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This article was first published in Women’s Weekly.

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