The right Melbourne Cup handbag is small, secure and built for a full day on the grass. Here’s what actually fits, which shapes work at Flemington, and five authenticated preloved Chanel, Dior and Celine pieces in stock now.

Spring wedding season is here. Here’s how to choose a wedding guest designer bag in Australia — what actually fits, the colours to avoid, and five elegant preloved Chanel, Saint Laurent and Dior picks in stock now, every one authenticated.

Lady Dior vs Saddle bag — we compare shape, sizing, carry, price and resale value, and show which Dior icon suits your life. Plus authenticated preloved Dior in stock now.

Choosing a Spring Racing Carnival handbag? Our Melbourne guide covers Derby Day monochrome, Melbourne Cup Day colour and the practical rules for a bag that survives eight hours on Flemington grass — with five authenticated preloved Chanel, Dior and Celine picks in stock now.