In Britain, September only seems to be thought of as a time for fresh starts by pupils and staff at schools and universities. For the rest of us, as we progress from school into our careers, September is not quite the big event it used to be. In France, however, it's a whole different ball game! In August, major sectors of France slow down or close up shop completely. School is out, the government is more or less AWOL, and many restaurants and other businesses are closed as well. Therefore, many French people are on vacation for all or part of the month, which means that la rentrée, in September, is more than just students and teachers going back to school; it's also everyone else returning home, going back to work and returning to normality. So why not make like the French and treat September as a new start too with a chic French leather business case or laptop bag and a smart new attitude? Our ranges from Texier and Laurige are perfect for injecting a dose of Parisian chic into your work wardrobe.

Texier Fabric and Leather Trimmed Ladies Laptop Business Bag £175.99

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Laurige Ladies Luxury Small Leather Briefcase / Cross Body Bag - Fuchsia £139

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Famed the world over for its delicious sugary delights, Ladurée patisserie is one of the must see sights (and tastes!) for anyone visiting Paris. Unfortunately though, those expensive macaroons you treated yourself to as a souvenir are not going to last long. So why not remind yourself of Ladurée 's iconic Parisian confections with a chic Laurige business bag?

Chic French leather accessories brand Laurige's latest collection of ladies' briefcases and laptop bags epitomise classic Parisian style whilst drawing on the pastel shades of Ladurée 's ever popular macaroons as inspiration. Whilst carrying one of their beautiful leather business bags in soft shades of rose, violet or pistachio, you'll be transported back to the sights and smells of Ladurée s famous patisserie, even if you're trudging your way to work down a damp and dreary London street. Go on and indulge yourself...they're calorie-free!

Prices start at £150.

In a perfect world, your qualifications, experience and interview performance would be the only factors that matter when it comes to scoring your dream job. In the real world? Wearing the right thing is also  important: a new survey has found that a staggering 65% of employers claim that 'the right attire at an interview makes the casting vote in recruitment.'

For women looking to finish off their interview outfit with a stylish bag that speaks of success, Laurige is the ideal place to start. Laurige is a classic French brand, known for its luxury handmade small leather goods including portfolios, pencil cases, make up cases and leather-bound notebooks. As a new stockist, we are very proud to present Laurige's latest collection of leather briefcases and business bags for women.

The collection features 3 different styles of business bag available in a selection of colours including black, grey, red, pink, purple, green and turquoise.

If you are interviewing for a job in the law or finance sectors you may want to stick to classic black or grey, perhaps even red if you dare, but for those interviewing for a position in a creative industry you may want to opt for a brightly coloured bag to show your vibrant personality. Having a bag that is bright, yet still sophisticated and professional may help you stick in your interviewers' minds.

Laurige Luxury Ladies' Small Leather Briefcase £139

The first bag in the Laurige business collection for women is a classic briefcase. This is a slim style with a pushlock fastening ideal for keeping all your papers together. It features a rear zipped pocket, internal penholders, a keychain and a detachable, adjustable shoulder strap. While the black leather version is a safe option for interviews, the other colours offer a wonderfully modern and feminine twist on this classic briefcase style.

Laurige Ladies' Leather Laptop Briefcase £150

The second bag in the collection is a smart, structured laptop bag. This is great if you need to take your computer to interview with you. The fine leather, slim style and boxy silhoutte offers a really sleek and polished look. It features a front section with a magnetic fastening, pen holders and a phone pouch as well as various other pockets and an removable, adjustable shoulder strap.

Laurige Luxury Ladies' Briefcase £158

The final business bag in the collection is a two-gusset briefcase with an envelope aesthetic which offers plenty of space. Like the briefcase above it features a pushlock fastening, a rear zipped pocket, internal penholders, a keychain and a detachable, adjustable shoulder strap. This bag is ideal if you have documents to keep flat but also need somewhere to keep your lunch or other items that you'll need throughout the day e.g. hairbrush, make-up bag, bottle of water etc.

Remember that while selecting the right bag for your job interview is important, the way you carry your bag may prove to be the most important factor in landing the job. Carrying your bag with pride and confidence will improve your posture and if you look like you mean business, your interviewer will believe it too!

Click here to view the full collection of briefcases for women from Laurige.