[Trend] Kicking The Bucket (Bag)

I'm having a bit of a clear out at the moment and have realised a gap in my handbag collection for a bucket bag. When they first appeared I wasn't all that sure, but having seen some of the lovely styles (and drooling over a friend's Wang, here) I've decided it's time to get my hands on one.

I love how simple they are, and work really well with the kind of "casual cool" style I try to replicate. They look great with relaxed knits, neutral layers and denims.  On the other hand, if you pair one up with heels in the same colour they can add a little "je ne sais quoi" to a more dressed up outfit.

If money was no object it would be a close call for me between this Anya Hindmarch piece, and a vibrant Liberty number. J Crew have some really nice options (this mint one is lush), and last but by no means least Sophie Anderson's options on Net A Porter make me want to disappear off to remote beach and sip holiday cocktails… Here is my little edit of the best around at the moment, from break-the-bank to hooray-for-high-street…

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