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Today the retail market is flooded with clothes and an increasing number of accessories in different styles and fashion. Although you may like one handbag, chances are if you are anything like me, you would have no clue of the type that the particular handbag belongs to. So the next time if your daughter compliments you, “Mom that’s a great tote!”, don’t look around – rather look at your purse and acknowledge her compliments. Although handbags could be of different sizes, shapes and styles, there are some most popular categories in handbags.
o Holding your handbag by handles gives you a handheld handbag. The straps are small so that you can only carry them by your hands. These are not very big and you cannot dump anything and everything in it. These are pretty much in style now-a-days and are easy to carry while you are out shopping or in a casual get-together.
o Shoulder bags as the name suggests have shoulder straps and are meant to be worn over the shoulder. These have large spaces and you can carry your make-up kit, books and wallet easily in a shoulder bag. These days shoulder bags come with nice metallic and leather straps that enhance the look and feel of these bags.
o The back pack used for back packing is a popular bag across all ages and across all centuries. The reason is simple – it always serves the purpose. Although most popular among the students, back packs are largely used by all whenever they are out their negotiating the trails or going for a picnic. The more compartmentalized a back pack is more efficient it is. Back packs these days come in lovely colors with great patterns to choose from. Back packs from Swiss are quite famous and are priced around 100 USD.
o A clutch is a handheld handbag without the straps. So you can just carry it in your palm or hold it in your hand but you cannot hang it. Clutch bags are pretty common in evening parties and dinners. Small and petite clutch bags generally have rich craftsmanship with beads and sequins. It will have enough space for your bare necessities. Most ladies have two to three clutch bags matching their evening wears.
o Finally comes the all-purpose, casual, tote bag. Extremely practical, you can wear those across your shoulder and on your bag. These have compartments to demarcate your belongings! You will also have enough space to dump your books or your dancing shoes! These come in vibrant colors and patterns to uplift your mood.
Choosing a handbag that best suits your style and your clothes is the ideal way to go when it comes to shopping for handbags. First pick up the type that best suits your present needs and then go for the color, shape and pattern. It’s not that difficult, you see! And if you do have the mullah, then why shy away? Buy one from each type and you are covered for all occasions and all seasons!
Presently, shoulder bags, are coming up with numerous designs. Noted designers are creating decorative pieces with various materials like canvas, leather, recycled plastic, etc. Recently, the famous Malaysian fashion designer Jimmy Choo has launched a new medium sized shoulder bag in the market. This Jimmy Choo Mandah piece is made of calf leather and is studded with crystals and beads of gold and silver shades. Today?s women prefer carrying bags that not only holds all the necessary objects, but it also goes well with their dress. Hence, designer shoulder bags are becoming highly popular.
You can get large number of bag dealers in the market offering contemporary as well as vintage style shoulder bags. See the different types of it to select the suitable one for yourself.
Different types of shoulder bags
Backpack- This indicates sack type bags that can carry numerous objects inside. Generally, this type is ideal to carry sneakers and gym clothes. This hangs at your back keeping your hands free. This is very popular among school going children and teenagers.
Duffel- This type indicates cylindrical bags. These are generally made of canvas and other strong fabrics. Women often carry it in gymnasium. These are widely used to carry sports equipments.
Tote- These are available in several colors and sizes. Some of this type comes in jumbo size that can hold all the objects a person carries in his or her car. Materials like leather, colorful canvas, plastic etc. are used to make tote. The straps of tote are sufficiently wide so that your shoulder is not strained with heavy weight.
Evening bags- These are highly decorative ones with stones, beads, crystals etc. Some of this type is bejeweled with rich embroidery. These are generally bright and the costly ones are made of colored leather with golden or silver clutches. Women sometime personalize these bags by fixing semiprecious stones, filigree and patch work on it.
When you purchase any of the aforementioned type, be sure to buy from a reputed dealer. A good dealer can give you quality shoulder bags that have strong zip, clutches and buttons. The stone embellishments are also firmly fixed so that it doesn’t fall even after several uses.
Shoulder bags are typically used by women. They are generally used to carry keys, cell phones, glares, make-up items, personal diaries or digital assistance, hair brush, wallet, tissues etc. Shoulder bags have suddenly come into vogue with a big bang.
Pink shoulder bags by Shoebuy are available in pastel pinks, begonia pink, wood rose and bright pinks. They are either made of leather or nylon. There are lots of styles to choose from. Gucci Crest Boule offers a medium size shoulder bag in pink orange.
The bag comes with a wallet, dust bag and tags. The Puma urban pink shoulder bag is made in polyester and is pretty small but cute for teenagers. It has an adjustable strap and has a capacity of up to three liters. Econscious market launched a stylish bag made from vintage recycled fabrics with buttons and embroidery. There is a magnetic popper for buttons and two thin straps to hold this medium sized bag.
The Doir cannage drawstring purse is made from quilted lambskin with flat leather shoulder straps. The bag has a pouch pocket, a zipped pocket and a cell phone pocket. Miss C comes in soft pink leather and is very small in size. The exterior is not only in pink in color but also has small pink hearts on it. Core lite shoulder bags from puma are for travel and come in pink and gray combination’s. the pink is quite dark and bright at the same time making the grey contrast come out boldly.
The Chanel shoulder pochette bag is made of pure leather with a back side patch pocket. It has an internal zip pocket with silver hard wear. There is a serial number matching authenticity card as well. The Kansas canvas shoulder bag is another good option. It is in a combination of pale pink and white. The material used is canvas with two flat shoulder straps. Coach pink shoulder bags have real leather trims and are quite stylish. They come with a booklet, dust bag and tag. There is a serial number inside the coach bag making it easy to identify.
In the 1930’s during the Art Deco era handbags were already made pretty much the way we know them today They were square or round and made of quilting fabric or leather. In the 1940’s during World War II the shoulder handbag became larger, more square or round and there was a resurgence of the drawstring bag. The purse, or hand bag, had a more military look, a self sufficient look.
As women began to take up careers and began going to work the handbags styles changed to look more businesslike, to where some looked like brief cases. It is interesting to note that bags in Britain were made to accommodate a gas mask and were designed to match a woman’s outfit.
In the post war era of the fifties the big bulky styles were joined in fashion by the small and dainty clutch bag. The designer Christian Dior, emphasized the longer skirt, small waist and small clutch handbags to emphasize femininity and sexuality. This era was followed by the unisex era where again, both men and women could be seen carrying a bag.
Today’s shoulder bag is made in many styles and many fabrics. It can be large or small and made to be elegant for dress wear or casual for daily use.
We have evolved from a point where everyone had to look identical to everyone else, to a point now where we can be individual and show our fashion sense in our own unique way.
There are no strict rules about fashion today, whether it’s clothes, or the handbag – pretty much anything goes. It is still suggested that the contents of women’s (or men’s) shoulder handbags are still a mystery!
Shoulder handbags are not just for Xmas – you should care for them all year round!
Every spring/summer the prestigious luxury houses would release something new, something excited and unique. As one of most competitive American luxury brands, Coach is no exception. Recently Coach released the Parker collection displaying its new aesthetic as the bags are very ladylike and feminine. People once compared the Parker bags with persons dressed up for church on Easter Sunday – chic and colorful with a touch of understated glamour. It includes the casual and spacious New Parker Satchel, stylish but simple New Parker Shoulder Bag, unique and trendy New Parker OP Art Pieced Shoulder Bag as well as multicolor and vivid New Parker Butterfly Pink Tote. Nevertheless, my favorite one is the fresh, exciting and gorgeous Coach Parker Perforated Leather OP Art Shoulder Bag.
The Coach Parker Perforated Leather OP Art Shoulder Bag comes in Op-art pattern perforated leather with two colors, silver/pale green and silver/gray and fabric lining. The green gives a feeling of youth and freshness while the gray gives its classy and elegant look. Without any doubts it would definitely keep you in style and radiant appearance. If you like, you can clip a lovely accessory on the ring or just for key fob. And it has a hidden magnetic snap closure. The roomy shoulder bag measures 10 1/2 (L) x 11 (H) x 5 (W), providing a sufficient space for your daily essentials. Just like any other practical designer handbags, it features inside zip pocket, cell phone/multifunction pockets as well as two outside gusset pockets for your PDA, keys, cards etc. The 14″ handle with 9″ drop means you could carry this over your shoulders or arms.
Why Are Cheap Designer Handbags More Affordable Than Ever?
Did you know that even the handbag market is hurting in our recessive economy? Our recession is not limited to a banking crisis. People are not buying things that they want. They are limiting themselves primarily to what they need. This is why companies are lowering the price on their purses and assessors across the board. There is also another major reason why you can now find cheap designer handbags. There are many different types available on the market. Different women have different needs. Some of them prefer larger varieties which can store a great quantity of personal items. Others like smaller bags because they are able to look classy and yet carry with them the essentials in a very limited supply.
One of the largest trends is having the ability to carry a book with you. Many women are on the go and may be flying to a different destination and require reading material. Hardbound books are very popular right now and would be impossible to put in a smaller carry-on. There are also in between sizes which portray a more professional appearance depending upon the outfit that you choose. This would allow you to present yourself in a more dignified way and at the same time bring your reading material in a paperback or even a Kindle.
Decide what size bag you really need. You may need to carry only keys, a wallet and a cell phone. Others may need a larger bag to accommodate a bottle of water, a hair brush, cosmetic case, mp3 player or camera.
Select a shoulder bag with several compartments. Put the items you use multiple times daily (car keys, for instance) in one pocket that is easily accessible. Put items you use only occasionally (like a subway map) in another pocket.
If your bag has built-in “sleeve organizers” in the lining, use them for your larger items such as sunglasses and pens.
Never keep your wallet in an external pocket or near the top of an unclasped bag. Instead, keep it in a pocket that has its own zipper, and wear your bag in a fashion that keeps that pocket close to your body.
Keep your camera, cell phone and other electronic devices with sensitive screens in a place free from keys and other hard metal objects, which could damage them. It’s best to keep each of those items in its own protective case.
Handbags and purses and wallets are not a matter of lesser mean. Contains of your purse or wallet is a personal secret but the material used for your purse, wallet or handbag surely attracts the attention of onlooker. So how about possessing a purse that is unique?
Generally, purses are made up of leather and other synthetic materials. Leather purses surely have its advantage over other type of purses. Though these leather purses or wallets and handbags are little expensive it is worth considering durability and look it provides to you.
You will find number of leather purses displayed in the markets. These leather purses are manufactured from leather obtained from animals like, ostrich, pigskin, bucks, lizards and cowhide. Your can find leather purses in many shapes and sizes. Some of these purses are embossed with crocodile, alligator and snakeskin patterns to make it more attractive. Leather purses are available in many colors and many designs. I knew some women who have leather purses suiting their every outfit. Wide choice from different colors, styles and design drives the women crazy about these leather purses and handbags. You will find all sorts of purses matching your outfits, both casual and formal.
One of the most traditional types of handbag is the shoulder bag. It is classic and elegant and perfect for all occasion use. Shoulder handbags are incredibly versatile as well as being functional. This makes it perfect for professional women, casual days and everything in between. Shoulder bags come in a variety of different colors, patterns and fabrics. It can be dressed up or down depending on what you are wearing and the occasion. A woman can have a variety of different shoulder bags to go with all the clothing in her closet.
A shoulder bag comes in a variety of different styles, colors and fabrics but the distinguishing feature is the use of a single or double strap that is slung over the shoulder. Some of them have outer or inner pockets. Some have additional compartments for better organization. There are large shoulder bags and smaller ones. Because there are so many different types of shoulder bags, there is sure to be one that will suit your personal needs and style.
One of the most traditional types of handbag is the shoulder bag. It is classic and elegant and perfect for all occasion use. Shoulder handbags are incredibly versatile as well as being functional. This makes it perfect for professional women, casual days and everything in between. Shoulder bags come in a variety of different colors, patterns and fabrics. It can be dressed up or down depending on what you are wearing and the occasion. A woman can have a variety of different shoulder bags to go with all the clothing in her closet.
A shoulder bag comes in a variety of different styles, colors and fabrics but the distinguishing feature is the use of a single or double strap that is slung over the shoulder. Some of them have outer or inner pockets. Some have additional compartments for better organization. There are large shoulder bags and smaller ones. Because there are so many different types of shoulder bags, there is sure to be one that will suit your personal needs and style.