A Guide to Buying Your Ideal Handbag

 

If there is one accessory, that we can all agree makes or breaks a style or look, it will have to be the handbag. The perfect match between being a style statement and an item of utility, a handbag certainly is the final finishing touch to an outfit. While styling one for an outfit is sometimes as simple as matching the shade (or contrasting it) with your clothes, it certainly is a lot more difficult when you are out there buying one to add to your collection. And given the vast plethora of choices available to us in stores and online stores, it has become all the more difficult to find one that we are sure we like.

 



 

 

Because of their versatility, handbags are considered to be investments rather than purchases. Due to the great care and attention with which they are made, and their comparatively infrequent use, handbags are often assumed to last for many years. While there are many characteristics that good women’s designer handbags generally have, it is also important to base our judgement not just on what they look like, but also on how comfortable they feel, how easy to carry around they are, and how well they suit us. If there were a checklist of things to consider when buying a handbag, it would possibly be endless. And that’s why we have done our homework and compiled a list of the basics that you need to keep in mind to find the ideal women's designer handbag for you. To know more, keep reading.

 

Style and Look: The style and look of your handbag should align with the occasion for which it is intended, or for your dressing style. The basic rules that apply are that clean minimal pieces are perfect for smart formals or semi-formal occasions, while decorative or ethnic looking pieces are great for casual outings. Muted colours go quite well with minimal looking pieces and can be styled with a wide variety of outfits, while vibrant colours are usually very dress-specific and should be chosen with care.

 

Size: Your ideal handbag’s size depends on the kind of use that you will expect from it, as well as how you style it. If you are traveling in a personal vehicle, then on most days, you can get by with a small to medium sized purse or clutch, but if your commute is mostly by public transport or walking, then you most probably depend on your handbag to carry most of your stuff. If so, then your handbag should be large enough to accommodate your personal items. Remember, the ideal handbag should complement your body, not clash with it. If you are a petite person, an oversized bag can make you appear overwhelmed whereas if you are more towards the plus size, a tiny bag will make you appear mismatched. If your bag is a shoulder sling type, then it can be large, but if it is a handheld type, it is best to keep it small to medium sized.



 

Material: Handbags today are available in a wide range of materials. From simple looking canvas and denim to the most plush leather and suede. Although nothing beats a handmade leather handbag, when it comes to buying a product that needs to last, many brands are experimenting with sustainable materials to create the finest luxury vegan handbags that are just as good. Luxury vegan handbags also make for excellent gift ideas for vegans who are conscious of cruelty-free products. Leather or vegan-leather handbags can be found in muted tones or shiny finishes, and are sure to last long.

 

Number of Pockets: What use are women’s designer handbags if they don’t fulfil the one objective they are made for? Carry Stuff! Your ideal handbag is far from ideal if it doesn’t have enough pockets to carry your personal items. From dedicated holders to carry all your credit cards and to small pockets to carry change, to outer pockets to carry anything that needs to be accessed swiftly, your handbag shouldn’t be scrunched when it comes to space.

 

Although the list of things to remember when looking for a good handbag is extensive and can be potentially unending, we strongly advocate that what looks and feels right to you, works for you. After all, fashion is all about self-expression, and the only way to do that is to adorn yourself the way you want to be.

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