With the beginning of a new calendar year upon us, the mood is bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. The best pairing for a positive mindset? A fresh and energetic wardrobe to match.

From first-day-of-school whites, dramatically chunky soles, and handbags that are simply fun to carry, we are all for ushering in a little newness.

And we’ll be breaking in the latest footwear and handbags during an opportunity to start afresh again: the ringing in of The Year of the Ox.

One of our favourite times of the year, we’ll spend quality time with friends and family, feast on lucky foods – and let our accessories steal the show.