Designer Britain brings you all the very latest news from British handbag designers - evening and day bags, new collections, product releases and profiles of leading industry brands.

Jimmy Choo Bags

Jimmy Choo New Bags


The Jimmy Choo Spring 2010 Collection of bags is inspired by the punk rock of the 80's and the iconic women of that era, like Debbie Harry.


Anya Hindmarch Summer Offer

Anya Hindmarch Bags


Anya is famous for her statement clutches, folk-inspired woven bags and stylish patent leather totes. The Anya Hindmarch 2010  range of bags are available now. Anya's bags epitomize 21st Century British designer chic.

  • Anya Hindmarch Seasonal Tote Bag


  • Smythson Maze Handbag


  • Cath Kidston Paisley Carry-all Bag


  • Mulberry Mabel Shoulder Bag


  • Anya Hindmarch Smith Day Bag


  • Smythson Small Nancy Bag


  • Cath Kidston Ditsy Box Basket


  • Smythson Peppermint Continental Purse
  • £55


  • £595


  • £25


  • £680


  • £285


  • £775


  • £22


  • £285

Smythson: Nancy Cobalt Bag

Smythson Nancy Bag

The new Nancy Bags in cobalt, aubergine and black, take Nancy's signature hand riveted quilting to create a younger, deconstructed shoulder bag.

  

Early Smythson catalogues from 1902 show a variety of bags for day, evening and travel. Reflecting Smythson's London roots, the names of the bags reveal a strong British connection.


Smythson Handbag

They also illustrate a strong emphasis on innovation in early handbag design. One 1909 bag is described as 'Utility and Elegance Combined.'

With the modern classic Nancy Bag Smythson proved that their handbag creations are still synonymous with timeless luxury and innovative British design.