Catherine Street Pippa
Named after the second-most-famous Middleton, the Pippa is a beautifully textured bowler bag with impeccable bow tie lining. There are three pockets inside for phones, keys, pens, and lip gloss. The main compartment is a big empty space with a flat bottom, perfect to keep a notepad in shape. I'd grab this in Dark Chino, throw in a water bottle and a pair of flats, and take it to The Grove ($398).
Far from the Tree NYC Map Clutch
This isn't a bag I'd normally go for, but there's something whimsical that sparks my interest. The striped lining is a perfect match (never a surprise with Kate). When I saw the map detail on the inner fold I literally said "ooooh!" out loud. Wear this with a slouchy tee and stacked jewelry ($248).
Cobble Hill Little Curtis
Simplicity is the name of the game with Curtis. This bag comes in two sizes, I prefer the Little Curtis but if you need more room (say for an iPad) the Curtis gives you 4-5 extra inches. The outer zip pocket is an easy place to keep go-to items like phones and metro passes. The Moody Plum is a perfect pop of fall color. Throw this over your shoulder or on your arm to add some style to your daily errands. (Little Curtis $278, larger Curtis $348)
Cobble Hill Little Minka
If you've been looking for one perfect everyday bag, this is it. The Little Minka is easy to carry, holds everything, and will get you noticed. New college grads should buy this as an investment, moms as a gorgeous carryall, professional women as a work to life-outside-work, and everyone else as the bag you'll keep reaching for. It's big enough to carry what you need but not so big as to be overpowering, with a zip top pocket that absolutely makes the bag. I prefer the Little Minka (not so little really, check it out on a model here) but there's a larger version that gives you a few extra inches. My favorite is the Oyster, which is hard to find (Modnique has it for $319) but the Affogato is a great light neutral. (Little Minka in black $378 at Nordstrom, select colors $170 at Kate Spade, larger Minka $458)
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