Four luxe-for-less ladylike bags

Retro chic
Both fun and sophisticated, this carryall comes in the perfect shade for summer.

Get it: $60, Aldo

Two tone
You'll be amazed how much you can toss into this roomy tote bag.

Get it: Christian Siriano for Payless, $35, Payless

Purple haze
Hit the shops, with this pretty patent, take-me-anywhere bag.

Get it: $46, Reitmans

Mellow in mint
This retro-inspired bag gets an instant update in a pretty pastel - one of the season's hottest hues.

Get it: Topshop, $70, The Bay