I am looking for an everyday bag for the spring. Not something small, but ample enough that I can carry all the essentials. Also, I'd like it to be eye-pleasing and fabulous, but not-overly trendy. What can you recommend?

-Stuck in a Rut

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Dear Stuck,

Having the standard black or brown work bag can be annoying; but, on the flip side, going too trendy may be financially frivolous given the status of the economy. I recommend looking for a nude or soft, cotton-candy color bag – mauve, crème, or a blush pink are my top choices because they’ll look freshest for many spring’s to come. Here are a few choices that are ample enough in size to take to work, with plenty of eye-pleasing details that don’t scream “trendy.”

1) Marc by Marc Jacobs Totally Turnlock Faridah Bag

2) Jessica Jensen Bliss Tote 

3) Jessica Simpson Alibi Satchel  

4) Helena de Natalio Leti Bag