Carla Bruni is one of Europe's most glamorous and talented ex-supermodels. Apart from having hundreds of magazine covers and catwalk appearances to her name, the Italian bombshell - whose feline eyes and endless legs were rumoured to have contributed to Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall's divorce - is also a best-selling singer songwriter. In other words, she's a talented gal, and possesses a strong nose for fashion, so when she endorses a product, we sit up and take notice.

The picture shows her at home in her chic Parisien apartment, holding a limited edition bag, which Tommy Hilfiger has designed as part of a limited-edition range benefiting the Breast Health Institute (BHI).

"Our goal is not only to raise awareness of breast cancer among our customers and to support the BHI, but also to contribute to finding a cure," Tommy Hilfiger said in a statement.

The black leather shopper, £140, will be on sale in Tommy Hilfger stores from 1 November, with 50% of proceeds going directly to the BHI.