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The Perfect Handbag
  A great handbag can be the clincher in defining your fashion style as well as the mood of your ensemble. It can be flirty, chic, fun, sophisticated, casual, bohemian, vintage, or cute. We can’t judge cuteness and functionality for every taste. In this article we’ll also steer clear of identifying the latest trends. We’ll just aim to clarify how it is that a handbag can be as flattering to your shape as a perfect pair of jeans. By applying some of the principles outlined below you’ll avoid many expensive mistakes, and you’ll be well on your way to successfully completing your denim outfit. ScaleThis is without a doubt the number one consideration, not much of a mystery here. Simply stated, if you are petite, avoid large bags. If you are a large, tall woman, avoid tiny bags. Look for bags that are in proportion to your body! The contrast in size will just make you look smaller or bigger.ShapeThe basic shape of the bag should not match your figure. As an example, a woman with a rounder figure should use a rectangular bag. If you are tall and thin, a larger bag with soft corners would be fitting. In general, shapes that are longer than they are wide are more flattering, especially for petite women.The StrapsBeware of where the bag falls against your body. This is where eye’s will be drawn to. Bags that hang at the middle of your torso (waist level) are the most universally flattering. If the bag hangs at the hip level, it will attract attention to that area, something you may wish to avoid. If the strap hangs too low, the eye is drawn downwards and you will look shorter. If you are “top heavy” a bag with short straps will attract attention to your torso if you carry it under your arm.In short, a bag that hangs at the widest part of your body will just make you look heavier. Adjustable straps are something to look for, although they just aren’t possible for every strap style. The selection of strap widths is more a matter of comfort. A wider strap distributes weight over a larger area, lessening the discomfort on your shoulders. TrendsDon’t be swayed by the latest trends if they just don’t suit your body or style. Can’t dissuade you? Try renting! I know this sounds strange, it’s a brand new concept. But when you consider that a new bag can set you back two or three hundred dollars, and let’s say you will be using it for 12 months, that bag will be costing you around $20 a month. That’s more or less what it would cost to rent a handbag.Plus, if you rent, you get to change it for another model every month! You’ll never be out of style, your handbags will always look new, and you’ll feel totally free to experiment! To those of you who are easy prey to the allure and artistry of handbags, this is a great way to just get it out of your system. So Why Buy Designer Bags? Just Borrow Them! The Occasion and The SeasonIt would be wonderful to find a handbag that could take you from the beach to a fine restaurant, and finally to a chic club. No bag is that versatile. Materials and colors are the determining factors here. Leather is universal, although trendy colors can limit the handbags versatility.The same holds true for bags made from printed fabrics. These can have a very short “lifespan”. Straw bags speak of summer attires. Jacquard fabrics, usually trimmed with leather, were traditionally very elegant, conservative and universal. New trends in design, however, have definitely changed our perception of what can be achieved with jacquard fabrics, and opened a whole new spectrum of possibilities. The Other Components of Your OutfitHandbags are very visible. Here are some tips to make them work with your outfit:
StylesThis is a huge topic! There are few utilitarian objects with such a rich history and variety of solutions. We can’t do justice to this fascinating field by trying to cover it all here. There is even a museum dedicated to the history of the lady's handbag in western culture: Tassenmuseum Hendrikje. Definitely worth a visit, at least online.Styles can be as sophisticated as a Dolce and Gabbana handbag or as unassuming as a canvas tote bag or a simple sausage bag. Please visit this page again soon, as we will be adding some very interesting information on handbag styles. Wholesale Designer HandbagsLooking to buy authentic designer handbags at wholesale prices? Just remember, that unless a wholesaler "drop ships", they will have minimum orders. This may be a great source to start a new business, a collection, or, by pooling the purchasing power of a few friends, simply to find some great deals.
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