Cigale

The original dress was known for its architectural volume in heavy moiré, and the bag picks up the same idea of structure: a silhouette with real shape, built in calfskin firm enough to hold its lines and supple enough to feel soft in the hand. In blush, all that architecture reads gentle rather than severe.

This is the small size, at 11 inches wide, 7 high and 3 deep, which is more room than the word suggests: a wallet, phone, sunglasses, keys and a small cosmetics pouch fit comfortably. It carries by its top handle, and a shoulder strap with a 21.5-inch drop lets you wear it on the shoulder or crossbody. It is one of the newer Dior shapes, introduced under Jonathan Anderson.

Brunch, evening and weekends are its occasions. Carry it by hand with a pleated skirt and a fine knit for lunch, then put it on the shoulder with a black dress at night. Blush pairs beautifully with grey flannel and with denim. A season with it is the right way to decide whether a new Dior shape belongs in your life for good.