Essential bag types for different occasions: Carryalls, totes, and backpacks

Le Pin draws inspiration from the relaxed glamour of the 1970s. Photo: Delvaux

Carryalls, totes, clutches and backpacks – these are essential bag types that every wardrobe should have for different occasions.

A tribute to Christian Dior’s sister Catherine – affectionately known as “Caro” – the Dior Caro line includes an essential accessory: the Backpack.

Its timeless yet ultra-contemporary silhouette is dressed in smooth leather and adorned with the macrocannage motif, is available in a variety of shades – black, powder beige or denim blue – and in two sizes: small and medium.

Louis Vuitton’s new Flore handbag, designed in a modern bucket silhouette, is functional yet sophisticated.

The Garavani 9to5 bag makes its mark as an all-day accessory. Photo: Valentino

Crafted from Mahina calfskin leather it is perforated with the House’s signature Monogram pattern and accented with silver-toned hardware.

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Bottega Veneta’s Liberta in medium, a cross-body bag in smooth calf leather with a double flap, is built for both on-the-go days as well as nighttime events.

The chic piece has a soft suede lining and comes in four cool hues: avocado, black, sterling and barolo.

A bag that weaves together past and present, the new Gucci Blondie bag is a fusion of the nostalgia of the 1970s and modern design.

This medium top handle bag with a detachable and adjustable leather shoulder strap is crafted from natural canvas and trimmed with cuoio Toscano (Italian for Tuscan leather).

Delvaux’s Le Pin, which draws inspiration from the relaxed glamour of the 1970s, the languid landscapes of the Mediterranean coastline and the ingenious construction of the feedbags used for donkeys throughout the region.

For days when you have to carry a lot of items, the Le Pin Swing XL is the perfect choice, bringing together generous proportions and minimalist charm.

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Available in an autumnal palette of black, tan, and charcoal, this new size enhances the original version.

Finally, the Valentino Garavani 9to5 bag makes its mark as an all-day accessory.

Enhanced by a soft, slightly rounded frame and emboldened by a golden VLogo, it has been rendered in a significant variety of materials, from a semi-glossy leather to a velvety suede, precious skins and special patterns in gobelin jacquard.