Aug 13 Handbag Ideas
Handbags are better than just an accessory. It is your constant companion. This makes it important to find a handbag that is both functional and fashionable. Here are some tips to pick a great handbag.
Color, Texture, and Pattern
Although there is nothing wrong with basic black. In every wardrobe, it’s a staple. Any fashion loving shopper has a show-stopping piece in her closet. Choosing a great bag that will stand out in a crowd is not difficult, but it does take some thought.
Try to pick a bag in a color that won’t clash with your winter coat, since you will be keeping your bag outside of your jacket. A coat and a bag, both in plaid, would clash and bring the aesthetics of eachother down, no matter how they look individually. Rich Textures and warm colors are perfect for this time of year. In the summer you can go for lighter, beach-inspired pieces that highlight the best of the season.
Be Different
One way to stand out from the rest of the crowd is to find one-of-a-kind, artisan-made pieces. Boutiques, museum stores, and gift shops usually carry handcrafted bags. You may even be able to find great handcraft items at some online retailers.
When you buy handmade pieces, the quality is often superior to the mass-produced items sold in big box stores. Handmade items are usually made in smaller amounts so it is more likely that you will have a limited item that not everyone else has.
A handwoven bag is something else you should look for. Fashionistas are following this trend feverishly. Handwoven pieces are hard to come by since there is so much talent and time needed to make the item. You would be lucky to own one of these handwoven pieces, so make sure to wear it with pride.
Quality Depends on Good Construction
Make sure to look at the overall structure when shopping for a bag. Have the handles been reinforced? If the bag gets too heavy, they can break if they aren’t. What about the stitching? Have any of the stitches come lose, or are they strong and even? Don’t ever buy a bag that looks like it could fall apart. If it looks unsecure, it probably is.
One Last Thought
Finding a new handbag isn’t very hard. You should wait to make sure you have chosen your main garments for that season, before picking out any accessories. A smart shopper will invest in a winter coat and then get a bag that properly compliments it in the winter. The items must work together. That is why we use accessories. It’s about how the pieces complete the entire look, not one separate piece.
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