Sunday, 31 August 2014

Must-Have Accessory: Fashion Backpack

A leather backpack has been high on my wish list all year, and as I don't have an everyday handbag in black leather, I decided it was time for a wardrobe update. They are still very on trend and are an easy way to modernise your look, as well as being a super practical option for work, the weekend, and the school run (leaving your hands free).

It was quite an easy choice as I already knew that I wanted a black one, and this sleek backpack from Mint Velvet features a top handle, so that you can still carry it like a tote bag. It's also tall enough to fit my ipad in properly!

Black Cara Backpack £149.99


Here are some others that caught my eye:

A stylish yet functional version from Jaegar that also has a top handle:

Penhurst Backpack £295


Beautiful quilted leather rucksack from Reiss:

Alto Black Quilted Leather Rucksack £265


A real investment piece, I adore this silver backpack from Whistles:

Verity Large Backpack £295


It also comes in black, white, and this gorgeous soft grey:

Verity Large Backpack £295


And in this cute mini version:

Mini Verity Backpack £185


Marks & Spencer has some fabulous bags this season, here is their practical and stylish rucksack:

Autograph Leather Rucksack £99


I love this simple design from Debenhams:

J by Jasper Conran Designer Black Grained Leather Backpack £99


And a real leather option from New Look:

New Look Leather Duffle Backpack £44.99


And finishing with mine, from Mint Velvet, which made its debut last week, meeting a friend for lunch at The Soulshine Cafe:




Backpack: Mint Velvet
Jumper - Hush SS14 (Autumn/Winter version available here)
White vest - Boden SS13
Black Double Zip Jeans - Mint Velvet AW13 (still available here)
Black ballet pumps - Topshop (old)

Have you got a backpack? Would you replace your handbag with one? As always, I'd love to know what you think ...

Abbi x




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10 comments:

  1. Helen.by.instyle1 September 2014 at 02:14

    I have one. :0) xx I love the Mint Velvet one you have picked up here. xx

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    1. Dorset Fashionista1 September 2014 at 02:44

      I thought you would have one! Where is it from? A x

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    2. Helen.by.instyle1 September 2014 at 10:54

      Actually I have two. The first one is a very cheap canvas job via Amazon. I use it, a lot, when out with small ones and all the snacks/picnic stuff required. The latest black leather is, I have to confess, the M&S version after seeing it on WIT. (Can you hear me bleating?) :0) xx

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  2. CuratingMi1 September 2014 at 04:57

    So glad these are now on trend as they are such a brilliant practical item too! The Mint Velvet one is gorgeous, Abbi, I think that is the one I would go for! xx

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    1. Dorset Fashionista1 September 2014 at 05:46

      I can't believe how much I've used it already - it works for most things I think!
      A x

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  3. fashionmommy1 September 2014 at 06:25

    Not for me, although that silver one is very nice. I suffer with my back so tend to avoid backpacks for that reason.

    http://fashion-mommy.com

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  4. Dorothy Camper1 September 2014 at 12:43

    These look really stylish but not for me, I prefer a cross body bag. Great picks though, Abbi. Lynne x

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  5. I won't wear sludge brown1 September 2014 at 14:26

    I like the ones that you can carry as a handbag as well as I prefer to hold something. My kids are old enough not to be carried so a backpack isn't necessary xx

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  6. Avenue 575 September 2014 at 02:37

    I see I have a hole in my handbag collection! You can't beat a good rucksack I say!!

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  7. Unknown10 September 2014 at 13:07

    I have a tan one from Zara that I picked up in the January sales! I love it & its come in so handy! I have a black leather bag hole in my wardrobe too & will be sale shopping for one this year too! I love yours too Abbi! Ax

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