Zara just served up the perfect party bag, and you won't believe it's under £40

December is almost upon us, and with it comes a month of dancing, drinking and eating lots of things that are bad for you (and therefore delicious). You've probably found the perfect party dress already, but if you're still looking for that finishing touch, I think I've found it, and it'll cost you less than £40.

Of course, it's from Zara, which has never let me down for anything I've ever needed (and thinks I didn't know I needed, let's be honest), be it a cosy jumper, cord suit or snake print boots.

And now the high-street store has served up the ideal party bag, which is so on-trend I can't believe it's only £39.99.

Shop now: EVENING PATCHWORK POUCH BAG for £39.99 from ZARA

It features a patchwork of beaded patterns, from leopard print to tiger stripes and Studio 54-esque silver sequins, and it could easily be designer.

I'll be wearing mine to the office Christmas party with a sequin dress (go big or go home, etc), however it can totally work with a more neutral outfit like say, jeans and an oversized cashmere knit.

Penny Goldstone

Penny Goldstone is the Contributing Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK. She writes about catwalk trends and the latest high street and Instagram sartorial must-haves. She also helms the Women Who Win franchise.

She has worked in fashion for over 10 years, contributing to publications such as Cosmopolitan, Red, Good Housekeeping, and Stylist.