My Picks!

Top: Ray Gold Coin Clutch Bag, $40, www.monsoon.co.uk; Again NYC, $130, www.bagtrends.com; Lulu Faux Snakeskin Clutch, $24, www.shopintuition.com; Xhilaration Mod Stripe Satchel, $18, www.target.com

Middle: Tattle Tail, $39, www.francosarto.com; Kendall Natural Python, $314, www.loreleinyc.com; Vogue Vintage Clutch, from $175, www.poshvintage.com; Choco Swirl Cosmetic, $24, www.amiciaccessories.com

Bottom: Eden Print & Stone Bag, $50, www.monsoon.co.uk; Upstream Bag, $78, www.anthropologie.com; Emilio Pucci Light Blue Printed Grosgrain Tote, $245.99, www.bluefly.com; Loop Canvas Printed Hobo, $48, www.urbanoutfitters.com

My sister has been instructed to buy me that first bag by Monsson/Accessorize… too cute. A multi-colored bag can make an outfit and instantly lift your mood. I purposely picked bags that vary in size so you can potentially choose a bag for various occasions. Bright bags aren’t just for the beach so leave your conventional bags at home and try something a little more ‘exotic.’

P.S. I have wanted a vintage magazine clutch bag for the longest time. My friend back home in London has one with Iman on the cover of Cosmopolitan, I think. It’s to-die-for! Shame they cost so much :(