It’d be hard not to mention the Pippa tote. Perhaps the instant classic of 2011, the simple rectangular shape, handy outside (and inside) zips and sultry colours – black, toffee and chilli red, makes it extremely wearable. The Eton designs, both the shoulder style and daintier, long strap version, are as chic and posh as they sound. Their metal tipped envelope flaps give them a quirky twist on other formal black handbags.