If you could describe the vibe of your city in five words, what would it be?
"Diverse, dynamic, evolving, experimental, cool."

What about the bag makes it so London?
"What makes the bag so “London” is the playful mix of colour and texture. The red leather and black lace adds punch to a look. During the day, I like to knot the strap around my wrist and tuck it under my arm. It totally gives my everyday uniform of shift dress, statement brogues, and a peacoat a style upgrade. In the evening, I throw it over my shoulder and swap my coat for a leather biker. It’s that versatility that makes it so London."

What are the five things you always carry in your bag?
"There are WAY more than five things that I carry around in my bag! I always seem to have at least three lipsticks of varying shades of red, my travel card, my glasses, Trebor extra-strong mints (I can’t leave the flat without them), and my flat keys. Oh, and loads and loads of hairbands…"


R29 for DKNY London Clutch, $265, available at R29 Shops.

Photographed by Bek Anderson.