A bag makes the perfect Christmas present — unless you get it wrong. So instead of letting someone else second-guess the kind of bag you want, just tell them what it is; or better yet, buy it yourself. Here’s our roundup of dream bags for the season that will last way beyond this month.

GOLD-TONE

December is the month that you can get away with a shiny golden bag, and it’ll be the most elegant thing in the room. And if you’re going to invest in gold, get it in a classic silhouette that’ll last forever, like a Chanel flap bag, Dior Lady or Louis Vuitton Petite Malle.

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MODERN CLASSIC

When a brand references its archives and refreshes a heritage design, that’s your new modern classic. These won’t go out of style, and will stay trendy for years to come. Choose one in a fun colour like orange or Scarlet red to avoid looking stuffy and outdated.

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STRUCTURED BOX

You love structure in your life, but tend to veer from the norm. You have an eye for solid builds and good quality, yet there’s something quite fun about you too. You probably fancy yourself a top handle bag that’s shaped like a box. Gucci’s beauty case has a classic, retro design, while Saint Laurent’s Takeaway Box will be a conversation starter. But if you want something to keep for life (and pass down to your children), check out Rimowa’s One Bottle Case. Think out of the box and use this for other purposes — like storing your makeup, jewellery or even medicine.

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NOVELTY

You can carry your heart in your hand, or perhaps a star or diamond. These novelties won’t wear off anytime soon.

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Have yourself a Merry Christmas.
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