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Mocha Mousse work bags inspired by Pantone’s Colour of the Year

Taking inspiration from 2025’s Colour of the Year, these bags are topping our wishlist

By Shazrina Shamsudin - 

Credit: Prada, Polene
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The start of the new year always feels like the perfect time for a little refresh, especially for our wardrobe. And what better way to get a fresh start than with a bag in Pantone’s Colour of the Year? For the unacquainted, the global colour experts from the Pantone Colour Institute recently named Mocha Mousse as 2025’s Colour of the Year - representing optimism and creativity, which are exactly the vibes we want to carry into the year ahead. Whether you’re starting a new job, planning your next getaway or just finding a new reason to add another bag to your collection, a stylish bag in this trending hue is something you might want to consider investing in to kick your year off in style.

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Tod’s Di Bag Folio in Suede Medium-Small, $2,610, TOD’s

If you’re a fan of quiet luxury then this bag will be right up your alley. Crafted in calfskin suede, this tote features a deconstructed silhouette that comes with flat handles that are pulled into the top edge like a belt. It’s soft, spacious and versatile – what more could you ask for?

Medium Rocking Horse Tote​, $4,390, Burberry

Nothing screams girlboss than this work-appropriate tote from Burberry. Large enough to fit everything from your laptop to your wallet, this spacious tote also features the brand’s signature ‘b’ on its closure and is trimmed with a smooth calf leather panel and top handles.

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Hop, $5,480, Bottega Veneta

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Prada Arqué Suede Shoulder Bag, $3,800, Prada

Many are in favour of the popular crescent silhouettes, which explains why the trend hasn’t been showing any signs of slowing down. A perfect example? Prada’s Arqué Suede Shoulder Bag. Made of calfskin, this bag elevates the classic hobo design with refined elegance, finished flawlessly with Prada’s iconic triangle logo.

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Mokki, USD$690 (S$931.91), Polene

While it may seem a little small in size, the Mokki from Polene, boasts spacious, cotton-lined interior compartments for you to store your everyday must-haves and compartmentalize your items so everything stays neat and in place. The flap features a golden clasp engraved with the Polène logo while the bottom of the bag, features pebble-shaped polished studs that mirror the Polène symbol. With its wide shoulder strap, the “Mokki” is versatile enough to be worn crossbody or over the shoulder, depending on your day-to-day needs, and its rounded top handle fits comfortably in the hand.

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Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 39, $950, Coach

If you’re after a no-frills bag that’s equal parts simple and stylish, this sleek piece from Coach is worth considering. Designed with practicality in mind, it boasts a spacious interior that fits a 15” laptop, along with a snap pocket for easy access to your essentials.

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Mini VOLTAIRE in BOX SAINT LAURENT, $2,780, Yves Saint Laurent

Smartly designed to keep up with your busy day, this chic number from YSL is the perfect blend of style and functionality. Ideal for running errands or powering through a half-day at work, it effortlessly transitions from day to night, making it a true wardrobe staple.

Credit: Yves Saint Laurent

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