A handbag win for the minimalist lover, if you've yet to get acquainted with New York-based label, Ratio et Motus, well, you can leave it to us to do the honours! Launched in 2018, Ratio et Motus have managed to turn the 'old lady' bag to a must-have carry on for the modern fashionista about town. Made with the finest leather, you'll find the brand's design aesthetic is classic with a modern twist. With 4 styles, 7 key colour leather variations and a choice between silver and gold hardware, personally speaking, it's a toughie to shop for just the one but, given the luxe price tag, if we were to have our first pick, it would hands down be the Twin Frame Leather Tote due to the delightful fact that the front mini clutch can be unscrewed and carried separately so, it'll be like getting two bags for the price of one! Fusing sophistication and innovation, there's nothing boring or outdated when it comes to a timeless Ratio et Motus handbag. Available to shop for directly from ratioetmotus.com, while you're at it, be sure to 'Add To Bag' their latest metallic rope chain to match perfectly to your tote. 

Striking and distinct, a jewellery designer that's been on our radar for some time now and, one that rightfully deserves full recognition for her fine craftsmanship and unmatched designs, is New York-based designer, Laura Lombardi. Classic but yet uber-cool, each one of her pieces are beautifully crafted by hand from new, recycled and reclaimed gold-tone brass right from her Brooklyn design studio. A major hit with top celeb style stars such as Solange Knowles and Tracee Ellis Ross, albeit designer, Laura Lombardi's stand-out expensive-looking gold-tone numbers don't come with a hefty and unattainable price tag. With prices ranging from $50 to $330, we think we can all afford to treat ourselves to a bit of Laura L now and again! Perfect for everyday wear, head on over to lauratlombardi.com to check out her full collection. 

An LA-based label that attracted a lot of attention for their 'Ark' crescent-shaped bamboo clutch back in 2014, if you thought Cult Gaia would be a one hit wonder brand, judging by their newest handbag releases, you had it all the way wrong! Beautiful heirloom bags that will live in your closet forever but that won't be left there collecting dust, you'll be thrilled to see Cult Gaia's latest tote styles still remain as walking pieces of architectural art however, now, they're way more practical in terms of size to carry around and function in and, oh yes, the most important for us girls that value our privacy, no carry-on that will blatantly reveal the contents of our handbag. Styles that are perfect for the season ahead, selling out fast like hotcakes, shop for your handbag of choice now before you're having to put yourself on the waiting list.