Carried away: the best A/W bags

last updated 16 November 2017

Tote: Ichizawa Hanpu for Trunk Tote Bag

A good quality tote is invaluable, and this handsome iteration more than meets the essential criteria of both sturdiness and space. Based on a design by Japanese bag specialist Ichizawa Hanpu, it has been adapted for added practicality, including extending the handle length and putting in a valuable inner zip pocket. The chic and minimalist design is made from a hardwearing cotton canvas that becomes softer and more supple with time and use.

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Jimmy Choo may be best known for its superlative women's shoes, but the same attention to detail and quality can also be found in its bags and accessories. Launched by creative director Sandra Choi five years ago, the Lee is inspired by an old photograph of her grandfather wearing a satchel-style bag during his days working for the Hong Kong Post Office. This take has a timeless style that will carry through for seasons to come, featuring contrasting panels of black grained leather and light mocha suede.

As the weather becomes more unpredictable, rest assured that at least your belongings will escape the rain with this 100 per cent waterproof rucksack from Troubadour. The brand's innovative, patented DryFibre leather is so watertight it could even survive a dip in the sea. Other ergonomic details make it the ideal all-rounder, from a ventilated back panel designed to keep your back cool to the ergonomic contoured shoulder straps. As with all of Troubadour's products, it also comes with a lifetime guarantee.

The refined and pared-back look of this briefcase allows the quality of the material to shine through. Made from textured, fine calf-leather that is chrome-tanned in Italy – a process, which ensures a final product that is resistant to abrasion and water damage without compromising on the feel of the fabric. As with all of Dunhill's understated designs, it's the details that make the piece, such as the elegant silver-finish lock subtly engraved with the brand logo.

When it comes to intrepid adventures, Belstaff has had more experience than most. Its garments and accessories have accompanied boundary-pushing aviators, record-breaking motorcyclists and even appeared in stunts on the big screen. For its Magnum collection, Belstaff has teamed up with photographers from the renowned agency to create a range of hardwearing gear that can withstand even the toughest assignments. The Weekender, made from robust washed cotton, boasts a capacious interior, detachable shoulder strap and handy external pockets.

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