Gigi Hadid-approved handbag has just dropped in dreamy new styles for spring - including viral pistachio colour
Loved by the likes of Jenny Ortega and Gigi Hadid, to name a few, this quintessentially British bag has been an iconic piece since its creation – and it's now available in new forms, finishes and colours in the Great British Season collection.
Aspinal of London Midi Mayfair® Bag - Deep Shine Capri Blue Small Croc £695
The Aspinal of London Mayfair Bag, crafted from finest grain leather, is a classic, vintage-style handbag that's perfect for adding a touch of refinement to any ensemble.
The new Great British Season collection croc colours feature four new hues - Powder Lilac, Pistachio, Soft Taupe and Capri Blue.
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Aspinal of London Midi Mayfair® 2 Bag - Pistachio, Sage & Ivory Pebble £695
The new Tri-Colour Mayfairs, crafted from finest grain leather, bring a bold, modern energy to the classic heritage form.
Featuring bright but harmonious colour combinations, such as Ivory, Pistachio and Sage or Cloud, Rose and Cherry Blossom, it's easy to add vibrancy to your looks without losing the polish of tradition.
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From croc embossed finishes and tri-colour styles, to embroidered and raffia looks, the iconic Mayfair Bag has taken on stunning transformations in the Great British Season collection
The Aspinal of London Mayfair Bag has been worn on the arms of movie stars and royalty alike, and now the A-list favourite brand is inviting shoppers to find out 'Which Mayfair is Yours this Summer?'.
From croc embossed finishes and tri-colour styles, to embroidered and raffia looks, the iconic Mayfair Bag has taken on stunning transformations in the Great British Season collection.
Designed to reflect the characters of the upcoming summer calendar – whether you're dressing for courtside at Wimbledon or quaint garden parties, these stunning new styles are the must-have accessories to add to your collection this spring.
A timeless and sophisticated piece, the Mayfair Bag, which comes in mini and midi versions, is the pinnacle of refined vintage styling with contemporary flair. In short, if you're looking for a bag to transition from weekday meetings to evening events, this is a beautiful example.
From Jenna Ortega and Gigi Hadid to Princess Kate, the British designer brand's most-loved handbag has been worn by women of all ages, perfect for putting the finishing touches to classically feminine outfits.
The new styles in The Great British Season collection include four new creamy, pastel shades of the iconic Croc style - Pistachio, Ivory, Lilac and Capri, four hues that'll complement any summer event effortlessly.
Looking to explore colour? The new Tri-Colour Mayfair s bring a bold, modern energy to the classic heritage form. Featuring colour combinations like Ivory, Pistachio and Sage or Cloud, Rose and Cherry Blossom, this style makes it easy to add vibrancy to tailored looks without losing the polish of tradition.
If you love a more natural, neutral style, then the Raffia Mayfairs will be your top pick. With tactile structure and soft neutral tones and woven in natural and ivory finishes, they nod to enduring summer dress codes, raffia hats and sun-faded deck chairs.
For grander events, the Embroidered Mayfairs are surely the most romantic expression of the collection.
From Jenna Ortega and Gigi Hadid to Princess Kate, the British designer brand's most-loved handbag is perfect for putting the finishing touches to classically feminine outfits
Inspired by the wild borders of English country gardens and the decorative flourishes of the season, each bag is brought to life with intricate hand embroidery, delicate birds, winding florals and soft botanical motifs stitched onto canvas raffia and velvet.
With a bag to sure every style and event in your summer calendar, the Great British Season collection has all you could need to upgrade every warm-weather outfit this season and in seasons to come.
Which Mayfair is yours this summer?
Midi Mayfair® Embroidered Bag in English Garden Hand Embroidery on Canvas Raffia
For grander events, the Embroidered Mayfairs are surely the most romantic expression of the collection.
Handcrafted from canvas raffia with a full-grain leather trim, the bag features exquisite hand-embroidered silk detailing of British wildflowers in soft pastel hues, alongside two dainty wild birds.
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Midi Mayfair® Raffia Bag in Natural & White Raffia with Smooth Tan
With tactile structure and soft neutral tones and woven in natural and ivory finishes, this new Midi Mayfair® Raffia Bag in Natural & White Raffia with Smooth Tan nods to enduring summer dress codes, raffia hats and sun-faded deck chairs.
Handcrafted from raffia and full-grain leather, the intricate houndstooth weave reimagines a heritage pattern, giving the bag a modern, on-trend aesthetic.
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Midi Mayfair® Bag in Deep Shine Pistachio Small Croc
The Aspinal of London Mayfair Bag, crafted from finest grain leather, is a classic, vintage-style handbag that's perfect for adding a touch of refinement to any ensemble.
The new Great British Season collection croc colours feature four new hues - Powder Lilac, Pistachio, Soft Taupe and Capri Blue.
£695 Shop
Midi Mayfair® 2 Bag in Cloud, Rose & Cherry Blossom Pebble
The new Tri-Colour Mayfairs, crafted from finest grain leather, bring a bold, modern energy to the classic heritage form.
Featuring bright but harmonious colour combinations, such as Ivory, Pistachio and Sage or Cloud, Rose and Cherry Blossom, it's easy to add vibrancy to your looks without losing the polish of tradition.
£695 Shop
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