Wednesday 24 / April / 2024
Bags form such an essential part of the wardrobe. Fortunately, they’re also all you need to spice up a regular outfit. Here are 7 handbag styles that are not just trendy but a little quirky too.
1 Beaded bags
There is something about beads that can instantly add that glam quotient to anything. So if you don’t have some on your dress, fret not, for you can always grab a beaded purse. Whether a clutch or a handbag, it’ll give your regular dress a boost too. The good news is that thanks to leading fashion brands embracing the beaded look, these bags are now more durable.
2 Structured bags
These bags may come off as a little daunting to those not ready to experiment with handbags, but that doesn’t make them any less stylish. Transparent boxes (you’ll need to be cautious about what you put in them), pentagonal handhelds or pearl studded rectangles, these handheld bags are all about putting the style in geometry.
3 Fluff and feathers
It’s exactly what it sounds like. Soft and fluffy or faux-feathered and fancy, these bags come in all sizes and shapes. Blacks and whites are classics, of course.
4 Nets
Remember those bags that were used to carry groceries when you wanted to ditch plastic? Yes, they’re now trending as chic handbags. Of course, it’s a lot more sophisticated than the grocery bags. With fancy fringes, bangle-like handles, and silky smooth fabrics, these bags are all the rage from a regular trip to the mart to fancy dinners.
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5 Chain it up
A little metal on a bag goes a long way in making it look chicer, and what better way to add it to the bag than replace a boring strap with some metal links. Whether it’s chunky or sleek, chain-strapped bags have been big on the runways.
6 Bucket bags
For those who don’t want to compromise on space for the sake of style, these bags are for them. Resembling, quite literally a bucket, these bags do qualify as trendy, so you can carry all that baggage around guilt-free.
7 Double it
Another convenience-oriented choice in handbags, double handbags (or purses), lets you carry two versions of your favorite print. You can pair a micro bag with a regular tote or even carry two identical bags in a single handle. Talk about making things easy!
Antara Bose is a model turned fashion and beauty consultant. A popular blogger, anchor, and voice over artist, she maintains a deep connection with the local fashion industry and is passionate about discovering and celebrating aspiring talent as well as promoting animal rights. For fashion updates with a side of humour and sarcasm follow Antara on instagram: @antarabose and on Facebook: Antara Bose.
