SHORTLIST STYLE: Weekend Holdall

Gloomy autumn with blustery showers doesn't stop us from taking our weekend away break. Whether it's outside the country or to the English countryside, our clothes should be packed in style.

In the last week issue of Shortlist, the team has lined up some trendy autumn's travel bags. As gloomy as the British weather, the color palette seems to stick to the earthen tones as well, with the choice of flennel or felt, to the luxe of leather.

My own shortlisted weekender? Definitely the one from Louis Vuitton - the Damier Graphite Keepall bag (if money could buy). The monochrome check design is a neo-classic and timeless, yet the patented canvas seems to repel water. The other designer holdall that catch my eye is the Zagliani weekend tote - the dark silvery leather screams futuristic! (But the price is waaaay too much for a weekender). On the mid range comes the Bill Amberg's Boston holdall. Made from bridle leather, the bag is really tough yet soft to the touch. Its simple design could be a cult classic. For the budget one, Edeis shoulder bag could be a perfect choice. With the cheap price tag, the canvas with faux leather trim could not go wrong.

Other choice is the one from Reiss (as in the Shortlist's line up) and McQueens'. The design is quite similar, the only different is the price tag. So, whether it's the designer or a cheapo one.... the choice is yours!