In recent years, handbags have become more of a fashion must-have. The trend continues and the excitement builds with each new twist designers take to create ever new and unique handbag options for women. Everybody wants to lok their best over the holiday season, and a gorgeous handbag is your chance to make that statement.
The winter season’s leather handbags continue to place importance upon shapes, colors and textures. Subtle isn’t really on the menu this season, with designers doing all that they can to ensure that their styles stand out from the crowd. Even when the design is practical it reflects its utilitarian presence with an undertone of the dramatic. Though the traditional handbag shape has returned it has done so with a decidedly modern twist.
Traditional handbag shapes are used with modern textured fabric prints and the not so subtle influence of geometric designs reflecting the influence of technology on all of us. As leather remains the most sought after material for handbags, expect to see delicate fringing, plaits and tassles in this delectable material.
Oversized handbags are very popular, as many women need to carry a nuber of things around with them on a daily basis. But the design of the oversized bag this season seems to be focused on making them look more feminine and adorable in the process. The addition of ruffles, pleasts, bows and beads have soften the look and decadent touches such as crystal embellishment, will elevate he humble shopper to new heights .
Shoulder handbags continue to be among the most popular. Whether you’re lookig for an everyday bag to sling over your shoulder, or that special shoulder bag for a ball or dinner - you’ll find a healthy selection in the new season’s lines. With numerous compartments for phones, PDAs, purses and more, you’ll find they are really functional. Choose from one or two strap designs in a variety of lengths, from a short strap that allows you to tuck your handbag up underneath your arm or a longer strap where the bag falls at your hip.
The fabrics and materials used in this season’s handbags are all about texture and color. You will see animal prints, metallics, intricate patterns even in leather. Details and embellishments are the norm and create a uniqueness that sets each bag apart from another.
Colors continue to range from the sublime to the ridiculous. Earthy tones will be very popular, as will demure, muted tones of mauve and green. Understated colour is often accompanied by unique detailing, as described above, so don’t feel that you’ll blend into the background. On the other end of the color chart, you’ll see glistening jewel tones like amber and sulphur yellow, although these colours work best as accents against a more neutral wardrobe (you are still allowed to buy those matching shoes though!).
Purple is coming on strong and you will find it broadly represented in both clothing and handbags this holiday season and beyond. Purple is just so popular, that it has pretty much become the new neutral. Expect to find shades of purple in all tones and textures, from vintage woollen knit to patent leather. Choose from a bright purple patent leather look shoulder bag or muted plum clutch bags for evening wear. Step into the New Year with poise and style by carrying one of this season’s spectacular handbags.