While economic downturn translates to tight shopping budget, it doesn’t have to translate to a complete self-denial or full shopping ban. You can still update your wardrobe with a key essential, such as a new handbag, by shopping savvy.
Here are a few handbag options for every budget combined
with tips on how to maximize your dollar.
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If you are going to purchase just one bag, make sure it counts. Look for a multi-functional bag that has handles and a shopper strap and can be worn in more than one way.
Avoid bags that are too over-sized or hardware
heavy, since these may clash with light summer fabrics and
softer style. Buy a bag that is versatile and works
well with many styles. Lots of pocket is a plus to
accommodate and help organize modern life essentials: phone,
blackberry, ipod, and lipstick.
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If you prefer a fashion statement piece, go for bright and
vibrant color: yellow is going strong this
summer. White and off white hues are
always popular for the summer and look great against tanned
skin. If you prefer a more classy and lasting hue - beige and
ivory - are all great contenders.
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Quality ”look and feel” are much more important than the price tag. The key is to look for a bag that looks luxurious and well made regardless of the cost.
Here are the 18 best handbags for a warm
season divided into these categories: Yellows, Whites,
Beiges, Multi-color, and always-in-style Black. I
listed the bags in each category starting from the least expensive
options to middle-of-the-road, to most luxurious
cream-de-la-cream pieces.
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Many of the bags listed are on sale, so hurry as they
sell out quickly. (If unavailable, search for the
same
designer for other available options).
Yellows:
1. Angie and Lola Satchel with Pleats -
$44.99 (search by entering bag’s name)
2.
Elliot Lucca Bari Shopper - $149.99 3.
Gustto Chola Leather Bag - $299.99 on sale
(original $645)
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Whites: 1. Urban Expressions Braided Buckle Bag - $40, 2. Maxx New York Babbo Hobo
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Beiges:
1. Sabina Drawstring Purse - $86.40
2.
Sondra Roberts Nice Tote - $139.99
(after $50 promotion, applied at the checkout) -$189.99
3. Gustto Cala Leather Bag - $349.99 on sale
(original $770)
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Multi-color:
1. Jessica Simpson Alibi Handbag - $82.60
2. Gustto Sora Metallic Leather
Bag - $399 on sale (original $825)
3. Gustto Sora Leather Bag in
Coral - $399 on sale (original
$825) 4. Balenciaga Green Giant Middle Tote - $1,499.99
on sale (original $1995)
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Blacks:
1. Charles
David Parker Shopper -$95.98 2.
Charles David Pond Hobo - $119.98
3. Botkier Gladiator Nero Tote - $299.97 on sale
(original $695) 4. Miu Miu Hobo - $1,179.99
on sale (original $1,595)
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| I call each price category ”Savy Fashionista”, “Aspiring Socialite”, and “Trust Fund Baby”. Which one are you? What bag do you covet this season? Post in the comment section. |
