Miu Miu Curved Hardware Shoulder Bag: Smooth Operator

At once soothing and stimulating, this shoulder bag comes in gorgeous softened gray leather that is as buttery to the touch as it is arousing to eyes. Isn’t that what you want in a bag you’ll be using time and again? There is little middle ground with Miu Miu; when they get it right, they really get it right. Fluid, flowing lines are highlighted by gold-tone hardware that has been artfully arranged – and it’s practical, too. The simplistic, large-link chain-strap slips off if you want to wear it as a clutch, and that soft leather opens wide on both sides, so you get instant organization and lots of storage. Such unimposing smoothness is just the thing to invite you to play with opposing textures and bold colors. Miu Miu has showed us a sleek and sophisticated way to glam up a bag – and your ensemble. On My Theresa for $1,555.

Pair with: Or say no to contrast and play up the sweet smoothness of this bag with a pair of similarly “greige” pumps. Alexander Wang seamlessly invites suede and mesh into the equation. Alexander Wang Eden Mesh Platform Pumps, $425.