An expert in the field of great summer bags is Marni, whose colorful totes bearing the brand’s logo and often crafted in woven, crochet or beaded textures, bedeck the arms of fashion editors each summer. Elsewhere, beach-ready designs from Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza prove that holiday-inspired accessories are just as at home in the city as they are by the sea, while mesh shoppers splashed with beach-towel stripes are a regular sighting on any central London tube line during rush hour.

The laptop-friendly Balenciaga City bag in a punchy hue is also an obvious choice for a colorful work-ready tote; both Vogue Shopping’s Alice Cary and Naomi Smart are regularly seen carrying their colorful versions throughout the summer months.

The high street is also filled with great affordable options from H&M’s striped shopper to Damson Madder’s candy-coloured oversized canvas tote. Whether you gravitate towards vibrant color-blocking, playful stripes or tactile woven textures, a cheerful tote is the easiest way to refresh your work wardrobe this summer.

Keep scrolling to discover our edit of the best colorful city totes to shop now.