The name Coach may not fly off everyone’s tongue as pre-eminent handbag designers, but I’m a big fan of their merchandise (especially their planners and sunglasses). They also have very lovely window displays in their Manhattan shops, so I always try and walk by for a look-see every few weeks so I know what’s current.

Recently, my eye was immediately drawn to this Patent Francine bag, in teal. Computer screens do not do this rich, glowing, colour ...