Types Of Handbags Every Woman Needs

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Handbags are extremly important in a woman's life. After all it takes herprecious things from A to B and in the process shows off her identity and sense for fashion. Today there are countless types of handbags available in all different shapes, forms and functions. Accumulation is almost promised and over time you lose overview of all of your handbags. On top of that many trendy bags that stand out nowadays are more of a statement piece and rather impractical or cheaply made. So what handbags are essential and which ones can you totally live without and kick out of your collection? The answer is probably less than half of what you currently own.

1. The Everyday Handbag 

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Needless to say the most important bag. The bag that holds your everyday essentials, the bag you take everywhere, the bag you wear until it's torn and grown into a part of your daily life. This bag will completely vary from lifestyle to lifestyle, preferences, personalites and everyday needs. Some women will probably use their workbag as an everyday bag, for others they might switch into a slightly bigger crossbody bag after work or a tote or hobo bag.

Examples: Louis Vuitton Speedy, Michael Kors Selma, Stella McCartney Falabella,Celine Luggage Tote, Mansur Gavriel Bucket,

2. A Roomy Tote Bag

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One of the versatile type of handbags for the woman of our time. A tote bag can look casual or elegant, slouchy or structured. It can be used as a shopper, an everyday bag or a workbag, it can also double up as a grocery bag to run errands with, a beach bag, gym bag or even a weekender bag in case you are a true minimalist.

Examples: Longchamp Le Pliage, Louis Vuitton Neverfull, Prada Nylon Tote, Michael Kors Jet Set

3. The Workbag

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Different for everyone depending on the kind of job and work environment someone is in, a work bag is for most women a must. In most professional places a structured bag is a safe choice as it looks smart, minimal and elegant. A messenger bag might work as well or briefcase of course. And in many casual work environments your everyday bag will do just fine.

Examples:  Saint Laurent Sac De Jour, Givenchy Antigona, Prada Saffiano Lux Tote, Michael Kors Hamilton, Mulberry Zipped Bayswater, Celine Luggage Tote, Ralph Lauren Dome Satchel

4. The Crossbody

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For days you do not need to carry a lot around a crossbody bag is the perfect companion. It allows you to be handsfree and if you choose a sleek design you can also transform it into an evening bag.

Examples: Gucci Marmont, Gucci Soho, Gucci Camera Bag, Stella McCartney
Falabella Crossbody Mini,Chloe Drew

5. The Evening Bag

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The bag you would pair with your little black dress and classic pumps or strappy heels. This bag can make a statement if you want or just tie your timeless classy look together. As long as it can hold your phone, lipstick and keys it will serve you many nights.

Something more va va voom for weddings, special occasions or anniversaries could be made out of a satiny silky material and maybe decorated with crystals or diamonds.

Examples: Chanel Wallet On Chain, Saint Laurent Monogram Clutch, Chloe Faye, Valentino Garavani

6. The Travel Bag

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This one depends on how much you travel and how light you travel. Some people travel with only a backpack or a small carry on. Others might need a bigger suitcase that holds more stuff. And if you find yourself at a time in your life at which you don't get to travel so much and so far a weekender bag might be enough for 2-3 days trips.

Examples: Louis Vuitton Keepall, Michael Kors Weekender, Karl Lagerfeld Weekener Bag, Offermann Duffle



** For all these bags there are countless dupes everywhere. But since fast fashion stores change their collections and stock all the time I chose to use designer pieces as examples. Take them as inspiration finding affordable alternatives. It should be a breeze.

 

Conclusion

As you can see many trendy kinds of handbags are actually unnecessary and only serve the purpose of comsumption. Depending on your lifestyle you might only need a number of 3 handbags: The work/everyday/tote bag, the crossbody/evening bag and the travel bag.


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