handbags

Don’t you hate it when your handbag strap keeps slipping off your shoulder? Call me dramatic, but with the busy lives we’re all living, such annoyances can really steal our peace. That’s where cross-body bags come in. Functional and compact, this modern staple holds the power to totally transform your day. Going hands-free means you don’t have to worry about the awkward forearm impressions left by grab-handle designs, or constantly having to transfer your shoulder bag from one side to the other to avoid achy joints. There are so many chic cross-body options in the designer sphere, but if you’re on a budget, you might struggle to find ones free from cheap hardware and shiny faux leather. Luckily, we’ve scoured the intern...

2022 has been a year chock full to the brim with It bags. Balenciaga experienced more than a moment with their noughties-heavy Cagole shoulder bags, Chanel’s little quilted hearts were all over my Instagram feed and Prada‘s crystal-embellished styles were toted by celebrities, editors and influencers alike. While all of the aforementioned items are valuable and worth the investment (in fact, I’m very certain all will become collectors’ pieces one day), they do all share a lack of practicality. I know that doesn’t sound sexy, but the fact is, if you are a shopper who likes to prioritise timelessness, usefulness and longevity, then you might find that a trending handbag style won’t ever surface on your radar. But what if I told you you could...

Whether I’m dressing up for an event or pulling on a lazy weekend outfit, one thing I never compromise on is accessories, and in particular–bags. After all, a good bag can make even the most basic outfit feel a little more special (and it’s the one thing we’re guaranteed to use every day). But, when it comes to spotting the new bag trends to invest in, it can take a little bit of research.  Unlike ready-to-wear, bag trends can come and go quickly, remember Jacquemus’s teeny, tiny Le Chiquito? Of course you do, but there chances are, there isn’t one hiding in the bag of your wardrobe. Or, perhaps the first pictures of Carrie Bradshaw’s JW Anderson Pigeon clutch? Maybe not a trend, but undoubtedly an important moment of discussion as to what ...

As soon as the season of discounts begin there is only one thing on my list: designer handbags on sale. Rather than get swept away by a clothing trend or buy yet another navy jumper (although, that’s never really a bad move), I think it’s sensible to take stock of what you own and, if you’re set on spending some hard-earned cash, consider a big-ticket number that will end up being used week after week, year after year. No other fashion item can claim to do that quite as effectively as a great quality handbag. Invest wisely, care for it, and you will indeed have a bag for life. While you will find that the designer handbags on sale online often fall into the “fun” category—think embellishments, party clutches or more trend-driven silhouettes—there are plenty of...

As soon as the season of discounts begin there is only one thing on my list: designer handbags on sale. Rather than get swept away by a clothing trend or buy yet another navy jumper (although, that’s never really a bad move), I think it’s sensible to take stock of what you own and, if you’re set on spending some hard-earned cash, consider a big-ticket number that will end up being used week after week, year after year. No other fashion item can claim to do that quite as effectively as a great quality handbag. Invest wisely, care for it, and you will indeed have a bag for life. While you will find that the designer handbags on sale online often fall into the “fun” category—think embellishments, party clutches or more trend-driven silhouettes—there are plenty of...

Personally, I’ll always gravitate towards handbag styles that are eternal in their appeal. Part of this is because my budget means I can only think of shopping sensibly and with the utmost consideration—if I’m going to spend upwards of four figures on something, it’s going to stay in my wardrobe or accessory rotation for life. However, with many designers taking to their archives and celebrating significant milestones, there’s also a nostalgia woven in with 2023’s designer handbag offering; something that’s sure to appease anyone who currently subscribes to the Y2K aesthetic. Classic handbags from years gone by are being reimagined anew and winning over a legion of fashion-hungry fans in the process. This only reinforces my point—a designer handbag can a...

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In my experience, you’re either a shoe person or a handbag person. Perhaps you have the budget and closet space for both (congrats!), but if you fall into the latter category of seasoned bag pro, then it’s highly likely that you’ll be one of two types of collectors: You’ll enjoy either indulging in the fun, It bag of the moment or investing in timeless classics. Rarely do the two meet, and the opposing camps that divide this world of leather-goods connoisseurs provide inspiration for those who like seasonal switch-ups as well as the shoppers with a longer-term strategy in mind. This dynamic has played out across the fashion weeks in New York, London, Milan and Paris. I’ve witnessed many a classic come back to the fo...

Zara has long been a favourite of fashion editors. It’s widely considered a trusty destination for affordable but expensive-looking items that emulate designer currents, and it’s rare for a season to go by without at least a few note-worthy pieces making it onto our edit team’s wish lists. Not only does this popular high-street brand consistently back the biggest trends (in many cases with a fresh spin), but it releases a steady stream of classic buys that feel like they’ll last long into the future. What’s one of the wardrobe heroes we know we can always find at Zara? Handbags. That said, there are things to keep in mind when making your next bag purchase there. We’re talking about a high-street store, so even the most premium items may not quite match ...

The brand is loved and trusted for its high quality craftsmanship and laser-sharp focus on the luxe wardrobe staples every closet can benefit from, and this range of Polo ID handbags is no exception. In fact, you’d be hard pushed to find such premium leather handbags elsewhere for such an impressive price point. Let’s start with the silhouettes: For those who like their everyday handbags to be neat and versatile, you’ll find that either the saddle or envelope will work perfect to fling on over tailoring, dresses and much more. If you need something a little more capacious, the shoulder bag can carry everything but the kitchen sink and still manage to look completely effortless—it’s particularly good when set against a bohemian dress. On the flip-side,...

Ah, handbags. There’s nothing that excites me more. Fashion people say you fall into one of two categories—bags or shoes—and I have never been more sure of something in my life when I say that I am firmly in the bag camp.  There have been plenty of statement brands, shapes, colours and styles that have reflected certain moments, seasons and moods over the years. The ’50s were all about the Hermès Birkin, the 2010s saw the rise of the Celine (then Céline) Luggage tote, and the pandemic years were cushioned by cloud-like pillowy styles (think Bottega Veneta’s iconic pouch) and logo-emblazoned basket bags (thank you, Loewe). But there’s one perennial style that stands the test of time: the crossbody. Sure, it gets refreshed as the seasons tick by, but its ...

There are plenty of things to get excited about when a new season rolls around: updated routines, changing environments and, most thrillingly, fresh trends to sandwich into your existing—or in my case, overflowing—wardrobe.  It seems to be widely acknowledged that autumn is a carnival for fashion enthusiasts. Perhaps it’s that it is simply *impossible* to dislike knitwear, or maybe something in our physiological makeup draws us to the deep browns and warm red tones that traditionally make up the autumn palette. This latter (completely unscientific) theory may be put to the test this year. Though classic hues are still welcomed, designers have gone all-out in the colour department for A/W 2022. From Valentino’...