Ways to choose the right handbags
When shopping for a completely new handbag this season, think about your body type. Not every handbag is good for each lady. Follow these tips to chose the perfect handbag for yourself.In most cases when it comes to handbags, the opposite shape of your body type is the most flattering. When you shop, go to the dressing room, carry the bag as you normally would and check it out from all angles in the mirror.
Women with handbags
TALL AND THIN
Pick handbags with a short, slouchy shape like the hobo. Avoid shoulder bags with a short strap as they makes you look even taller. Select handbags which can be wider than they are tall. A clutch is a good choice.
PETITE
Despite what you see in Hollywood, oversized bags aren’t for small girls. Big bags usually bombard your frame. Steer clear of shoulder bags with a long strap as they will weigh you down, making you look even smaller.
PLUS-SIZEChoose a big structured or boxy bag to balance your curves. Don’t have a bag that is too small as it will make you look larger. If you love prints, stay away from tiny patterns.
EVERYONE
If you are splurging on an expensive handbag, pick one that you may be able to wear often. There’s no need to spend $500 or even more on a bag that will rarely allow it to be out of your closet. If you’re buying several inexpensive hand bags instead, pick one classic everyday bag in black or brown. Then, try fun, funky styles and metallics for the other hand bags.
If you aren’t sure about the different types of purses and bags, on the next page are some general guidelines to help you along the way.