Ladylike handbags are back in for autumn: 3 high street heroes

Ladylike handbags: just like ones your nana used to have

A classic bag never goes out of style, but it can stop being sold on the high street. This Autumn/Winter, ladylike handbags are back to match the grown-up polished (but with added quirk) look that dominated the AW17 catwalks.

Prada AW17

Knitwear is a go this year, proper chunky jumpers to wear with a tailored pant or pleated skirt, high-heeled boots - and a ladylike handbag.

Balenciaga AW17

Ladylike bags are definitely worth an investment, but if the sales have completely wiped you out, there are plenty of pocket-friendly lovelies to choose from. We're starting our savings fund for a Birkin right now. But one of these will do as a placeholder quite nicely.

Zara €49.95

River Island €65

Mango €35.95