Your lipstick goes perfectly with your clothes. Your highlighter is popping. The eyeliner is on fleek. The hair is all set and in its place. And the outfit is all matched from head to toe. But what about the right handbag to go with it?
A handbag can make or break your whole look. Wearing the correct bag can add charisma and charm to the outfit. Meanwhile, handbags done wrong can make all the efforts of getting dressed up go in vain.
This is why it is important to select the right kind of handbag to go with your outfit and we are here to help you in this regard. From the best Chanel bags to the right size of handbags, we will be talking all about top handbags in this article.
Keep reading further to learn more about the art of matching the right handbag to go with your outfit.
What Handbags to Wear With Different Clothing Styles
Here we will be discussing the right type of bags to wear with various clothing styles.
If you are wearing:
1. Solids
There is usually not a lot going around in solids. They are basic but look effortless nonetheless. Wearing solids is a great way to spice up your outfit through fun accessories.
A big patterned bag with designs will look good with solids. Chanel tote bags can be matched very nicely with a solid outfit. Or a Chanel handle bag, they are usually mini bags but can add that oomph to the outfit. The red wool jersey small hobo bag will be the perfect match to a mint green co-rd set. The mighty black Chanel 19 Shopping Bag with ample space for heavy packers paired up with white matching separate will look stunning.
2. Gowns
Gowns are a definition of regality and look stunning. To add more to their royalty a fancy clutch would make a great part of the outfit. You can go all the extra and bling with clutches. A black gown with a silver Jimmy Choo clutch is bound to make some eyes turn.
3. Jumpsuits
Jumpsuits are pretty easy breezy and laid back. They are cozy and comfy. A casual camel-colored cross-body bag will give the same fuss-free vibe as your outfit and even add more depth to it.
The Chloe’s Marcie Whipstitch crossbody in the shade of light tan will look amazing with a jumpsuit, a pair of gold hoop earrings and some chic pumps will make for a great OOTD. The shade of the bag is such an everyday color it can go very well with almost any jumpsuit.
4. It Monochromatic Black and White Outfit
Monochrome outfits will remain forever classic. And you know what can add more sassiness to an OG white top black pants outfit?
A black belt bag tied around the waist. It will make the whole look fall into place and complete. Belt bags look chic and are currently a very popular trend in the fashion world.
5. Suits
Suits are usually worn in professional and formal settings. If you are a working woman and suits make a huge part of your daily attire then a Michael Kors Satchel bag will be a knight in shining armor for you. Satchel bags are spacious enough to hold all the important documents you will be needing throughout the day along with adding the X-factor to your OOTD.
6. Summer Dresses
Summer dresses are light easygoing dresses that look very cute at the same time. A cute bag with your cute dress can make the whole look even more adorable. We recommend a rubber bag to go with your summer dresses. Rubber bags ruled the summer of 2022 and are expected to continue to do so in the summer of 2023 too.
A bright-colored large rubber bag will be the perfect handbag to carry to a picnic. It will not only look lovely but will have enough space to carry all the picnic essentials also.
Top Tips for Handbag Lovers
Consider the Handbag’s Weight
Make sure the bag that you choose for yourself does not have much weight. As the things you will be putting inside it will be making it heavier, if it already has a lot of weight of its own it will get difficult to carry it around. And can even cause shoulder or arm discomfort.
Chanel handle bags and Louis Vuitton chain bags are some of the lightest weighing handbags you will come across. They feel like a feather on the body and are top-quality handbags. Definitely worth investing in.
Always Have a Classic Piece in Your Collection
A beige and black handbag is a must-have in your wardrobe. While colored printed handbags are trendy and contemporary, a good old classic colored handbag will be your savior on rainy days; when you are unable to find any matching handbag to go with your outfit. These handbags go with almost every outfit and can revamp the look in an instant.
Pick a Handbag that Goes with the Occasion
Choosing a handbag according to the occasion is crucial. A clutch might not be the right choice if you are going for a picnic at a beach. Or carrying a crossbody bag with a formal dress can turn the whole look into a casual one.
Before selecting a bag to go with your outfit keep a few lists of questions in mind:
- How much stuff do I have to carry?
- Does the handbag match the dress type of my outfit?
- Is the handbag making my outfit look too gaudy?
- Would I be carrying the bag throughout the day or for a short time?
Always Think Long-term
Many people while looking for cheaper alternatives end up buying bags that get ruined within a year and give no value for money. The quality is not at par and they are highly uncomfortable to carry.
A Chanel handle bag or an LV might be at a higher end but they are high-quality handbags and will never disappoint. Many people use their designer handbags for as long as 8-10 years because they are so durable and of such amazing quality that they can easily be utilized for so long.
The Final Note
Choosing the right handbag can be tricky and at times overwhelming. We hope this article helped you get a better idea of choosing the correct handbag with different attires.
At the end of the day, the perfect right kind of handbag would be the one in which you are most comfortable, gives you confidence, and makes your whole look complete. That might be any handbag you love, a Chanel handbag, or a Gucci classic handbag.
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