Holiday Season Handbags
Handbags have taken a new turn in styling importance in recent years. The excitement and hype at the unveiling of a new collection gets stronger every season, with designers creating masterpieces with these accessories. This winter season won’t disappoint in terms of handbags, so take this opportunity to make a statement with your choice of accessory.
This season’s handbags continue to be all about shapes, colors and textures. Designers have mixed it up again to create a vibrant collection of trendy handbag styles that are not a bit subtle. Even practical styles haven’t missed out on the chance to show their wild side, with zips and buckles on sensible totes being upgraded with a military feel to create a dramatic, utilitarian look. Though the traditional handbag shape has returned it has done so with a decidedly modern twist.
Traditional handbag shapes are used with modern textured fabric prints and the not so subtle influence of geometric designs reflecting the influence of technology on all of us. As leather remains the most sought after material for handbags, expect to see delicate fringing, plaits and tassles in this delectable material.
Oversized handbags are very popular, as many women need to carry a nuber of things around with them on a daily basis. However, this season, fashion designers have mde a conscious effort to feminize and glamorize the oversized bag. The addition of ruffles, pleasts, bows and beads have soften the look and decadent touches such as crystal embellishment, will elevate he humble shopper to new heights .
Shoulder bags continue to be really popular. Whether you’re lookig for an everyday bag to sling over your shoulder, or that special shoulder bag for a ball or dinner – you’ll find a healthy selection in the new season’s lines. With numerous compartments for phones, PDAs, purses and more, you’ll find they are really functional. Choose from one or two strap designs in a variety of lengths, from a short strap that allows you to tuck your handbag up underneath your arm or a longer strap where the bag falls at your hip.
The fabrics and materials used in this season’s handbags are all about texture and color. Even in leather, you’ll find detailed detailing such as prints, metallic embeishments and intricate floral patterns. Expect the unexpected, as these pretty details become more and more popular.
Colors continue to range from the sublime to the ridiculous. From earth tones to muted tones of red, mauve and green you will find an understated color statement while carrying forth the new trend toward detail in styling. By contrast you will also find bold colors in handbags that include jewel tones in oranges and yellows to complement a more neutral wardrobe.
Purple is the main contender in the color corner, with homewares, clothing and accessories using this colour to add a touch of regal class to proceedings. Purple is just so popular, that it has pretty much become the new neutral. Expect to find shades of purple in all tones and textures, from vintage woollen knit to patent leather. Choose from a bright purple patent leather look shoulder bag or muted plum clutch handbags for evening wear. Treat yourself this christmas with a gorgeous new handbag for the new year.
