Three icons of 1970s menswear - cravats, briefs and briefcases - all disappeared in the 80s. Mercifully, the briefcase is the only one making a comeback ... for now. Bravely standing up to the ubiquitous computer bag, it complemented the executive look at the last Louis Vuitton men's show, and is the most reliable carrier to get you through the working day. ISABELLE-MARIE CREAC'H rounds up the coolest styles, at all prices.
Leather ($2,500) from Lancel, Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong, tel: 2265 7693
Nylon with detachable strap ($1,400) by im product from Lane Crawford, Pacific Place, tel: 2118 3668
Canvas with detachable strap ($990) from Agnes b, Pacific Place, Admiralty, tel: 2805 6222
Nylon with detachable strap ($230) from Muji, Lee Theatre Plaza, Percival Street, Causeway Bay, tel: 2808 0622
Leather ($5,750) from Bally, Prince's Building, 10 Chater Road, Central, tel: 2521 0606