You can carry this sweet perforated bag in your hand or the nook of your arm, wear it as a clutch or sport it crossbody style, so you get three bags in one. Fab! Nice matte gold hardware and handy inner pockets. It can be worn casually, but will work equally well for dressier occasions. The chalk colour is great for a Summer-y white on white look, but will look super with all your other Summer ensembles too. Also available in metallic, green and bright coral.

Straw handbags are always on trend during warm weather season. They often have a casual romantic vibe. This Kate Spade mixed media tote is more dressy and urban inspired. Beautiful! The cream leather adds some sleekness, while the natural straw colour keeps it relaxed and fun. It comes with a removable, adjustable shoulder strap, so you can also wear it crossbody style. Also available in Natural/Black and Natural/Shamrock.

Add an element of unstructured structure to your outfits with this stunning fold over clutch. The basket weave leather provides textural interest, while the striking kelly green colour looks so fresh for Spring and Summer. The clutch has a contrast-trimmed zipper closure and is a great size for both daytime use and an evening out. Elegant, chic and eco-friendly as Clare Vivier bags are manufactured locally in Los Angeles. Also available in black and grey.

Use this shark pouch as your daytime clutch and you’ve got yourself a real conversation starter. It’s made of a sturdy canvas and depicts a quirky underwater scene in a fresh aqua colour. it has a zip top and lined interior. Fab with a white on white outfit, bright colours and pastels alike.

There’s no stopping the Cambridge Satchel. This structured, medium size bag has become a modern classic. These beautiful shimmery lilac and rose gold renditions tie right into the sci-fi trend for Spring/Summer 2013. The satchel comes with a long, adjustable strap so you can carry it on your shoulder or wear it crossbody style. Or tuck the strap away for a daytime clutch look. Also available in light grey and nude, pastel rose, black, black croc embossed leather, navy patent, neon green, pink, orange and yellow, gold metallic and a fun two-toned black and white version.

This two-tone tote combines grained leather with a canvas panel for an on trend colour-blocked effect. It’s a good size, has top handles and a handy zip closure. The cheerful yellow has my vote, but the green, blue, saddle and coral colour options are also fun. Sweet for the pool, beach, running errands or a day of sightseeing.

This synthetic leather camel-coloured python print clutch is sweet for both daytime and evening wear. It’s a great size and features a turnclock closure. The gold chain strap is fab, and ensures that you can also carry it as a regular bag or crossbody bag when required.

As I write this clutch is on sale for $65.99.

A very well-made structured satchel that reminds me a little of the Kate Spade aesthetic. The gold hardware and (removable) tassel add a bit of fun detailing. It’s a great size for everyday use, and thanks to the removable strap you can also carry it as a cross-body bag. Nice if you need your hands free. It also comes in a lovely lemon drop and orange. And is available in exotic snake and leopard print too.

Look at all those colours. These bright cuties caught my attention because they’re real leather at a very affordable price. It’s a great size for a daytime clutch and the grained colour-blocked leather is soft and still very on-trend. Comes with a handy wraparound zip closure.

As I write 6 of the 7 colours are on sale for $31.99.

Daytime clutches are still going strong, and this mint green baby is a fab way to bring some very on-trend pastel into your wardrobe. It comes with gold hardware and it’s a good size. Streamlined, elegant and versatile. Also available in Nude and Autumn Leaf.