| andbag can make the difference between fab and | | | | fleeting fads. If classics bore you too much, you can |
| drab. The right one brightens up an otherwise boring | | | | prettify them with scarves or chains.Classics are |
| outfit while the wrong one makes even the hottest | | | | usually more versatile because they can go from |
| ensemble look rather plain. The handbag has such a | | | | serious to sassy with just a few accents. |
| great impact on your overall look, so I've put together | | | | Tip #4 |
| the following style tips as a reminder before buying | | | | SPACE: Will my things fit in it? |
| your next handbag: | | | | If a handbag is fit to burst when you put your |
| Tip # 1 | | | | knick-knacks in it, move on to the next bigger sizes. A |
| BODY TYPE: Does it look good on me? | | | | handbag may have a gorgeous design but if its shape |
| A handbag whose shape is the opposite of your body | | | | gets deformed because of its contents, its appeal will |
| type suits you best. If you're petite and curvy, get one | | | | surely lose a lot of points. Just think of a duffel-style |
| that's long and slim. The contrast between your body | | | | handbag that ends up looking like a sausage because |
| type and the handbag's shape provides a balance in | | | | it's crammed full. It's not going to look pretty. On the |
| your look. If you get one that's the same shape as | | | | contrary, if you don't have too much stuff to carry, |
| your body, you'll just put more emphasis on your | | | | choose a small handbag. Some large ones look limp |
| problem areas. Your big parts will look bigger while | | | | when they don't have enough filling to support their |
| your small parts will seem even smaller. That's | | | | shapes. |
| definitely the last thing you need. If you're not sure if a | | | | Tip # 5 |
| handbag looks good on you, make use of all the | | | | BUDGET: Can I afford it? |
| mirrors found in the store. If you are ordering online, | | | | Not everyone can afford authentic Louis Vuitton, but |
| check for a money back guarantee. Only reputable | | | | everyone can have a stylish handbag without blowing |
| online stores have one. | | | | the budget. Just have a bit of patience to look in |
| Tip # 2 | | | | vintage stores, factory outlets, and department stores. |
| COMFORT: Is it easy to use? | | | | If you want to stand out with a unique yet affordable |
| Real style is effortless...or at least, appears to be. You | | | | handbag, check out an online shop like Siam |
| need to look relaxed while looking glamorous to be a | | | | Sensibilities. They sell beautiful handmade handbags |
| true fashionista. If you're handbag brings you | | | | made from Thailand’s indigenous materials at |
| discomfort, it will show, and you'll just look like you're | | | | budget-friendly prices. You can’t easily find |
| trying too hard to be stylish. That's a fashion faux pas! | | | | them in stores so you won’t have to worry |
| The next time you go shopping, pay attention not only | | | | about going to a party and seeing five other women |
| on the design but on the materials used.Online shops | | | | toting the same handbag as yours. Of course, nothing |
| are great in this aspect because they provide a lot of | | | | beats the excellent quality that a hefty price tag can |
| pictures of their products from various angles. They | | | | bring. If it's something you'll be using regularly, it's okay |
| also list the important details on a handbag like its | | | | to splurge on a high-end designer handbag. Just make |
| dimensions and materials. Such practice is not | | | | sure that you're really getting what you're paying for. |
| commonly done in regular stores. | | | | Check to see if you still have enough money to pay |
| Tip # 3 | | | | this month's rent, too. |
| TREND: How long will it be in style? | | | | Keep these five tips in mind the next time you're out |
| Some styles of handbags come and go, while others | | | | shopping for a handbag. You may need to do a bit of |
| stick around and become classics. It's great to be able | | | | work but you'll end up a happier buyer for it. After all, |
| to keep up with trends but your handbag collection | | | | there's nothing to be sad about taking home the |
| should have more of the timeless designs than of | | | | perfect handbag! |