ZAUM describes itself as a “small creative laboratory” but their appeal is anything but small. They’re best known for their messenger bags, with gorgeous, swaths of solid colors cut into architectural shapes. Each vinyl bag is handmade and is perfect for taking to work–extra zip pockets and compartments abound to store all your goodies, and some even come with a matching fitted laptop sleeve!

If you’re not heading to work and feel the itch to browse’n'buy, a Spesa purse is your perfect shopping companion. I love the way the handle curves seamlessly into the body, which is a decorated with a fresh and fun mix of retro canvas and fabric. The magnetic snap interior closure is tres cool too!

Want something a little smaller? Go with the Mini, which comes in three varieties: there’s the tiny Piatta with four clipped corners, the Tetra with its unique, squashed “butt” and the playfully asymmetrical Trucco makeup bag. It’s hard to go wrong with ZAUM; whether you pick up a Mini or opt for a more practical messenger bag, be prepared to be a bit of a mini-celeb because your friends will inevitably ask you, “Where did you get that from?” Get ‘em here.

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