Polène keeps its line small, which makes choosing easier than most brands. There are really only a handful of core shapes, and each one solves a different problem. Here is how I match Polène bags to the people who ask me, organised by what you actually need the bag to do.

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Best first Polène: Numéro Dix

The Numéro Dix is the one I recommend most. It is a curved half-moon shape that works as a baguette on the short strap and a crossbody on the long one, so it covers day and evening in a single bag. It is mid-sized, it holds the essentials plus a small tablet, and the smooth leather version is the cleanest. Start here if you only buy one.

Best tote: Cyme and Cyme Mini

The Cyme is the sculptural two-way tote, worn open as a basket or tucked in as a closed bag. It is the Polène people recognise, and the shape is the whole point. The full Cyme carries a laptop and a day’s worth of things. If that is too much bag, the Cyme Mini keeps the silhouette at a fraction of the size and is one of the most searched Polène styles for a reason. Browse both in tote bags.

Best for work: Numéro Un

The Numéro Un is the structured top-handle, the most formal shape in the line. It stands up on its own, it looks sharp with tailoring, and the Nano and Micro sizes scale it down for evening. This is the Polène for anyone who wants a bag that reads boardroom rather than weekend.

Best everyday shoulder bag: Mokki and Numéro Neuf

The Mokki is a soft, slouchy shoulder bag, the easy one you reach for without thinking. The Numéro Neuf is a curved flap shoulder bag with a bit more structure. Both sit comfortably under the arm and work with everything. Find them in shoulder and crossbody bags.

Best small bag: Tonca and the mini sizes

The Tonca is a compact shoulder bag with a clean curved line, and most core shapes also come in Mini, Nano, or Micro. These are the bags for evenings and light days, when you want the Polène look in a smaller footprint. See them in mini bags.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best Polène bag?

The Numéro Dix is the best all-rounder and the one to buy first, because it works as both a baguette and a crossbody. For a statement piece, the Cyme tote is the signature shape.

What is the most popular Polène bag?

The Cyme and Cyme Mini are among the most searched and most carried Polène styles, along with the Numéro Dix.

Does the Polène Cyme Mini fit a laptop?

No, the Cyme Mini is a compact bag for daily essentials. For a laptop, choose the full-size Cyme or the Numéro Un.

What is a good first Polène bag?

The Numéro Dix in smooth leather is the easiest first Polène. It is mid-sized, versatile, and works for both day and evening.

Gemma Deeks is Fashion Editor at Luxury Shoes .