A practical solution to carrying your necessities, the bucket bag is a contemporary style that can be used to contain everything from your bare essentials to your books. For an eveningwear accessory that's an alternative to a clutch, a compact bucket bag is the ideal choice (try Proenza Schouler's version), whereas roomier bucket bags make the perfect day to day accessories. Keep it simple and chic with a black unadorned option, or give your look an edge with a bag embellished with buckles and zips. Moschino and Saint Laurent are your cues here.