Hallelujah the student loan fairy has finally arrived, drowning us all in enough wealth and affluence to last until at least week three. But before it all disappears, how about treating yourself to a little purse candy to keep that fortune safe.

Despite the vast array available, purse purchasing has become rare treat, with the majority of us remaining devoted to one for all occasions. However, we’ve decided that there are far too many glorious little penny holders out there at the moment to insist on staying so loyal to our tatty, slightly discoloured ones that are still bursting with receipts from 2007. So go and splash out on somewhere to stash your cash, even if it will all be gone as soon as the next rent is due.

Whether you’re into bright colours, pastels, big, small, simple, outrageous, heavily textured or just somewhere to throw your change, this season’s purses have something for everyone, and here are a few of our personal favourites.

Charlotte Teather