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Adidas Originals Adicolor retro-styled holdall

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Possibly something of a throwback to your schooldays with the Adidas Originals Adicolor holdall.

Yes, a big chunky holdall, the kind of thing that was popular on the schoolyard in the 80s and stays useful today for anything from the gym to a night away with that hefty capacity. That white on black colour scheme is particularly stylish (especially with the Adidas and Trefoil detailing), while the polyurethane construction should make it useful in all weather.

£55 will secure you one. Another angled image is over the page.

Find out more at the Hip Leeds website

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Categories / Bags, Music

Pattern People Prince and Michael Jackson bags

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Organic cotton is hardly what you'd think of being the fabric of choice for either Prince or Michael Jackson, but it's the material used for Pattern People's fun bags featuring those two musical icons. 

Each tote bag features an illustration of the icons shown at the height of their musical powers: Prince is shown in his Purple Rain phase, while you can see an image of Michael in full-on king of pop mode over the page. 

Pattern People's other bags have more of a fashion focus and feature Marc Jacobs and Karl Lagerfeld but all are pretty stylish alternatives to many of the eco shoppers around. That's reflected in the price too, as they cost £34.93 each. 

Buy them from the Colette website

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Floral Satchel from Topshop

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As practical but beautiful bags go, satchels are always a great find on the high street, and a choice with plenty of retro appeal. Branching out from the traditional leather versions, this Floral Box Bag from Topshop provides us with an unusual choice that still relies heavily on vintage inspiration.

Keeping the structured square of the satchel, along with a cross body strap and front fastening, the shape retains plenty of vintage charm. It's the fabric, though, that makes this version stand out. A vintage-look floral on waterproofed polyester combines well with the burnished gold colour of the fastenings to create an antiqued aesthetic.

It's available now from Topshop for £28.

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Categories / Bags, Women's Fashion

Saffiano Print Tote Bag by Prada

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For most of us, the pricetag on designer handbags is rarely something justifiable, with great swathes of underwhelming design. Once in a while, though, there comes an item that just might capture your heart enough to splash out, like this Saffiano Print Tote from Prada.

Made from Italian Leather with gold fastenings and attachments, all the reputation of the brand is evident in the craftsmanship. What really makes this bag stand out, though, is the uniquely eye-catching floral print. Available in pink as shown or a light brown 'cuoio' shade, the sixties influence works well on this high end item.

It's available from Neiman Marcus online for a rather breathtaking $2250.

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Hove Leather Satchel from Ollie & Nic

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If you're after a bag with equal parts practicality and stylish looks, you can't go wrong with a well made retro satchel. This vintage look version is by UK company Ollie & Nic, and doesn't skimp on the quality either.

The Hove Satchel is made from 100% leather, using a soft leather to give that uniquely vintage-look shape to the bag. Available in black or brown, the classic features are all present and correct, with front tab fastening, shoulder strap and a carry handle on top. Gold look buckles and badge provide a faultless finish.

It's available now from Ollie & Nic online for £85. Get it before the 31st of January and you'll get 10% off your order by entering 'EARLY10' at the check out.

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Jane Foster Scandinavian-style Spring Chicken designs

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A simple, but eye-catching design range from Jane Foster – Spring Chicken.

These retro-styled pieces are inspired by midcentury Scandinavian designs, offered as a screenprint (pictured over the page), a 'Spring' cushion (above) or a tote bag that should turn heads in the local supermarket.

Not expensive either, with the bag selling for £8, the art for £35 and the cushion for £20.

Find out more at the Jane Foster website

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