Unsurprisingly, Mary Katrantzou’s collaboration with Topshop was a runaway success as the line, which featured her signature baroque prints, sold out within hours. Luckily Ms. Katrantzou, arguably the hottest UK based designer of the moment, has teamed up with French heritage brand Longchamp to update their ubiquitous canvas travel bags. The result does not disappoint as the beautiful digital prints reflect the theme of  “the meeting between East and West” according to Longchamp’s website. The colors are bright and dazzling and are further enhanced by the inclusion of Japanese lanterns, temples and flowers. The best news though is that these bags can actually be purchased (i.e. are in stock)  both at Longchamp stores and online. I found it unusual that Longchamp’s site doesn’t actively promote this collaboration, instead featuring Kate Moss’ collection on the front page, but personally I think the 4 bags below are better collector’s items!

For purchase, check Longchamp’s website (http://www.longchamp.com). Bags cost between £94-£345.