back in black

$199, zara.com

It's no coincidence that fall's most-wanted designer bags are all simple and understated. No garish logos. No flashy hardware. Not a lot of extras. Following in that subdued, less-is-more vibe is this carry-all from Zara. I'd tote my life around in it with...  

1. Stella McCartney t-shirt, $385, netaporter.com
2. River Island grey blazer, $47, riverisland.com
3. Zara studded tote bag, $199, zara.com
4. Pour La Victoire ankle strap heel, $250, pourlavictoire.com
5. Reiss seamed navy trousers, $210, reissonline.com