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These Make-Up Bags Are As Pretty As They Are Practical

It's finally time to re-organise that make-up stash

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Make-up bags: let's be honest, we're pretty lazy with them. From foundation to lipstick, we spend a small fortune on luxury beauty products only to chuck them into an eyeshadow-stained canvas bag or grimy plastic pouch.

A luxe, designer make-up bag may not sit at the top of your list of essential purchases, but it will make you feel like you've got your life together every time you reach for it. The best make-up cases are both pretty and practical, allowing you to organise all those tiny eyeshadow brushes while making a mini style statement.

Trish McEvoy explains the beauty of a curated make-up bag: 'There is simply no going back once you replace cluttered drawers, and bags with one orderly zip-around binder of make-up. It's going to allow you to organise not only your morning routine but also eliminate wasted time.'

Whether you're after a chic designer pouch to make you feel fancy on a daily basis, or a practical hold-all for keeping that growing lipstick collection in check, we know just the thing. Here, see the ELLE team's favourite designer make-up bags.

The Best Designer Make-Up Bags

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Space NK Makeup Brush Bag

Makeup Brush Bag
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Space NK Makeup Brush Bag

Now 15% Off
£15 at SpaceNK

When you've spent a fortune on that set of make-up brushes, the last thing you want to be doing is squashing them at the bottom of your bag (not to mention the bacteria issue.) Space NK's smart holder will keep all your tools in shape and sterile.

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Tom Ford Small Leather Cosmetics Case

Small Leather Cosmetics Case
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Tom Ford Small Leather Cosmetics Case

Now 30% Off

This compact make-up bag is not only unbelievably chic, it's also generously discounted for Black Friday. What better to house your Tom Ford foundation and Lost Cherry travel spritz than a matching TF clutch? Convincing case made.

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Smythson Rectangular Cosmetic Case in Panama

Rectangular Cosmetic Case in Panama
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Smythson Rectangular Cosmetic Case in Panama

Now 50% Off

If you're looking for a chic, minimalist make-up bag that will last a lifetime, look to this sturdy case from Smythson. Simple and sophisticated, it comes in a variety of classic shades which you can personalise for an oh-so-you finish. Did we mention this navy colourway is now 50% off?

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Charlotte Tilbury Rock Star Bag

Rock Star Bag
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Charlotte Tilbury Rock Star Bag

Fact: anyone loyal to their Pillow Talk needs this bag. Covered in bedazzled stars, it's the perfect make-up case for any lipstick obsessive's stash.

5

Glossier The Beauty Bag

The Beauty Bag
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Glossier The Beauty Bag

The IT make-up bag of the season? It's Glossier, of course. Designed to fit every last item – including full-size skincare bottles – yet still slot neatly into a tote, it's a practical choice too.

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Vieve The Essential+ Makeup Bag

The Essential+ Makeup Bag
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Vieve The Essential+ Makeup Bag

How do you spot a beauty editor at the airport? They'll have their SPF, lipstick and foundation neatly displayed in one of these security-ready bags.

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Burberry Leather-trimmed Cosmetics Case

Leather-trimmed Cosmetics Case
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Burberry Leather-trimmed Cosmetics Case

You'll struggle to find a more recognisable make-up bag than this checked faux leather cosmetics case from Burberry. Seeking something sophisticated and extra to gift this Christmas? Add this to your cart before it sells out.

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Prada Logo-Plaque Makeup Bag

Logo-Plaque Makeup Bag
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Prada Logo-Plaque Makeup Bag

Trust Prada to deliver an adorable Barbie-ready make-up bag, just in time for Christmas. This pretty pink case has space for all your favourite beauty bits and is as chic as any Chanel or Charlotte Tilbury packaging.

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The Flat Lay Co. Blue Leopard Flat Lay Makeup Bag

Blue Leopard Flat Lay Makeup Bag
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The Flat Lay Co. Blue Leopard Flat Lay Makeup Bag

For those days when you told your mate you left 15 minutes ago, the Flat Lay Co.'s convertible make-up bags are genius. Simply unfasten the bag for quick access to every last product, then pull the drawstring to bundle everything back up neatly.

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Gucci Ophidia Toiletry Case

Ophidia Toiletry Case
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Gucci Ophidia Toiletry Case

This monogrammed Gucci make-up bag screams 'I have my life together'. Now just to buy the matching handbag, belt, suitcase, bucket hat...

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Ganni Tech Vanity Bag

Tech Vanity Bag
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Ganni Tech Vanity Bag

Fans of a classic leopard print should add this to their wardrobe, immediately. Who says you can't match your make-up bag to your winter coat?

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