The accessory update: A modern lady bag

The words ‘practical’ and ‘pretty’ don’t usually coexist comfortably, but this season’s modern, ladylike bags are changing all that. Surprisingly versatile and decidedly chic, boxy top-handle styles by the likes of Staud, Bienen-Davis and L’Afshar elevate everything from oversized suiting to off-duty denim. Working just as well during the day as they do after dark, these bijou bags are big on impact.