Spring is finally here and what better way to celebrate the most delightful time of year than investing in a fabulous new bag. This season - i't's all about the bucket. The bucket bag is an essential for any gal on the go for many reasons. Not only is it surprisingly roomy and can be expanded, but also it is the kind of bag you could wear to both a party and the perfect accompanying number to carry into the office due to its room size. We love how structured this type of bag is – and they come in a variety of different shapes and textures – you'd be surprised at just how many types there are out there. It epitomises casual chic with a carefree twist. You can carry your bag cross body, hand held or dangling from your shoulder for the ultimate in city chic. Kicking off our select of the bucket bags you need in your life is this delightful raffia offering from Zara, which comes complete with tassels.
£29.99, ZARA
This mini bucket bag from Alexandra De Curtis is created in the prettiest grey shade with contrasting fuchsia piping. It is lined with pink suede, has an adjustable strap and the all-important drawstring closure. We particularly enjoy the sugary pastel hue and it would look beyond gorgeous teamed with a cashmere sweat and skinny jeans.
£395, Alexandra de Curtis
If you want a great quality bag but you don’t want to spend your entire pay packet – head to House of Fraser ASAP. The department store houses some incredible bags and this blush-toned pink number is roomy but still compact. It has both the top handle and a side strap – flit between the two depending on your mood.
£40, Therapy at House of Fraser
This beautiful bag from Manu Atelier mixes two eye-catching shades – cobalt blue and a raspberry pink. Crafted in a suede material; it has the brand's logo embossed on the front and the contemporary belcher chain detail gives it a dressed-up, super special feel.
£345, Manu Atelier @ Net-A-Porter
Blowing the budget is an absolute necessity at times – and this mini bucket bag from Mulberry hangs neatly from a slender hoop chain - and has the ruffled draw-string detail at the top. This means you can basically fit the entire kitchen sink in your bag in the chicest way possible! The antique blue hue gives it a vintage edge.
£595, Mulberry