Judith Lieber 42nd Street cab clutch, £3.612.50 Harrods

We’re well into the first term now, resulting in low morale and high stress levels meaning study time has been replaced with that extra glass of wine in the evening, and of course, more internet shopping. As student loans are rapidly fizzling out and the never-ending list of Christmas presents to buy for distant relatives seems to be growing by the minute, November is synonymous with money worries and looming deadlines. This said, forking out for that irresistible party outfit for the Christmas parties will have to wait, as will any splurge spendings, even for this striking box clutch. *sobs*

Add a bit of New York chic to your evening wear with this embellished taxi box bag by Judith Leiber, renowned and worshipped handbag designer. The box bag has long been our classy alternative to the clutch bag or purse, adding structured elegance with a quirky twist to our glamorous after-library drinks wardrobe. Inspired by bustling New York life and, by the looks of things, the Queen’s crown jewels, Leiber incorporates comic strip print and bright colours into this night out companion for an energetic zest to our winter blues outfits. Follow suit with celebrities such as Olivia Palermo and Mischa Barton all mastering the box bag trend, adding glam-factor to their red carpet protocol, proving that this little number looks good with just about everything. Perfect for the festivities season ahead… if we were millionaires.

Laura Forrest