Expensive Vs cheap and my new work bag: the backpack

Jigsaw jacket, Cos dress, Marks and Spencers backpack, Top Shop boots

After one week travelling to my new office and logging around laptop, chargers, Ipad, magazines and more often than not a shoe change in case of a meeting, I decided I need to get a backpack to give my shoulders a break. Now I wasn't going to spend a fortune on a backpack as for me it's not a trend led buy but merely a practical one, but I still want it to look chic.  So as I was looking for the one for me I fell in love with a Proenza style on Net-a-Porter that sadly was a little bit out of my budget at £1,475... Feeling a bit defeated I was inspired to bring back a series of Cheap Vs Expensive and once again I found a great alternative from Marks and Spencer. Now I put all my things in it and carry a small tote with my laptop in it - what a relief!

Some of my at work-inspired Cheap Vs Expensive buys - legwork done for you! (The cropped top is to be worn with high waist skirts and culottes - I promise it's a super sleek look and you can't see your tummy. Try to believe)

J.Crew Cropped cotton sweater £75 OR Top Shop rib crop top £26

Proenza Schouler PS leather backpack £1,475 OR Leather rucksack £99 Marks and Spencers

Anita Ko Arrow 18-karat rose gold bracelet £4,250 OR Orelia Arrow Bangle £18.00 

Roksanda Ilincic Hepworth wool-crepe wide-leg culottes £815 OR Whistles Beth navy culottes £125


Jil Sander Patent-leather ankle boots £620 OR AUTOGRAPH  Leather Chelsea Boots Marks and Spencers

Smythson Panama textured-leather tote £850 OR Jaeger leather tote £185 

Joseph Man wool and cashmere-blend coat £550 OR Marks and Spencers Collection Wool Blend Double Breasted Coat with Cashmere  £150