I’m a handbag addict and New Look’s £25 goes with everything

13 March 2024 , 20:00

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It even boasts a similar design to one from high end designer Celine (Image: Bethan Shufflebotham)

Some people collect stamps, others collect coins - I, entirely by accident, collect handbags and have an entire wardrobe separate from my clothes full of purses, crossbodies, shoulder bags and more. So trust me when I say that .

Every fashion fan knows that straw and raffia bags are everywhere the moment the sun puts its hat on, and will remain a key wardrobe staple until September. And the high street favourite’s is the epitome of summer chic.

Priced at £24.99, the affordable accessory combines a complete with luxe-looking gold-tone hardware and an adjustable crossbody strap so it can be worn multiple ways. What’s more, is that it includes an internal zip pocket, perfect for keeping essentials secure, with a convenient popper fastening.

The £24.99 crossbody bag from New Look has been hailed as the ultimate summer accessory (Bethan Shufflebotham)

It’s brand new for this season, so while it’s not racked up a great deal of reviews from shoppers, each one so far has been a - and everyone is saying the same thing. “Amazing bag, stylish and will ,” said one. “I have been looking everywhere for a bag like this.”

Another added: “Classy and elegant bag. Goes great with any outfit,” with a third commenting: “Lovely Perfect size and will go with everything.”

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And they’re so right - I can’t think of anything this bag won’t look amazing with this SS24. The New Look website has it styled with a camel blazer, blue poplin shirt and jeans - but your go-to summer dresses will be equally as dreamy with the

The style itself nods to the Celine crossbody bag, with Marks and Spencer also stocking a similar design, recognisable for its ribbed gold hardware detailing and boxy shape. M&S has launched the bag in a range of colours over the years, but it’s currently available in .

New Look also stocks all three of the but I haven’t spotted a anywhere else as of yet, suggesting the retailer is ahead of the curve with this one. It lends itself beautifully to a range of settings, being smart enough for city styling, yet whimsical enough for countryside looks, with the natural fabrics being perfect for seaside trips, too.

At under £25, it’s frankly, a bit of a bargain, if you ask me. You can pick up the from New Look for £24.99 and start getting acquainted with what will no doubt be your most-used bag of the year that you can bring out summer after summer.

Alternatively, Amazon has a selection of raffia clutch bags to select from or John Lewis has a number to choose from including this See By Chloe cross body bag at £385.

Bethan Shufflebotham