Women’s handbags for every occasion

You can never have too many handbags, and women tend to own several — for every occasion.

Large and small, bright and classic, leather and fabric handbags complement the look of girls and women and are an indispensable everyday accessory.

A ladies’ shoulder bag is a versatile choice

There is a vast array of ladies’ handbags to choose from. And, despite this variety, virtually every fashion-conscious woman has her absolute favourite style of bag. As a rule, this is a handbag for everyday use, which you can take to work, a business meeting, a café, the cinema, the shops or simply for a stroll.

One such versatile option is the shoulder bag.

Advantages of a bag with a shoulder strap:

• suitable for all occasions;
• suitable for women of all ages;
• keeps your hands free;
• creates a stylish look;
• the strap can be detached, replaced or adjusted in length.

This type of handbag is comfortable to carry over the shoulder or across the body. They vary in size, style and purpose.

Bag options:

• tablet bag — this model is ideal for notebooks and documents;
• briefcase bag — an excellent choice for work and business meetings;
• messenger bag — a spacious model with a flap and fastening;
• wallet bag — attaches to your belt and is designed for various small items (cash, credit cards);
• drawstring bag — a convenient everyday option;
• tote bag — a practical everyday bag carried in the hand or over the shoulder;
• hobo bag — a spacious ‘knot’ bag for modern fashionistas;
• saddle bag — has a rounded base and is designed for everyday use;
• clutch — a small handbag on a chain for special occasions and parties;
• chain-strap bag — an elegant, classic option for walks, meetings and parties;
• travel bag / suitcase bag — for short trips and a small amount of luggage;
• shopping bag — a large bag for a day’s shopping.

Bag materials:

• textiles (fabric);
• leather;
• eco-leather;
• faux leather;
• nylon;
• suede;
• polyester;
• cotton;
• linen.

Women’s rucksack – for lovers of outdoor activities

Another versatile bag option is the rucksack, which, thanks to its two straps (sometimes fastened with a zip), also leaves your hands free and distributes the weight evenly across your shoulders and back.

Some women prefer to carry certain backpack styles over one shoulder. The benefits of this fashionable and practical accessory are usually appreciated by those who lead a healthy lifestyle, as well as fans of casual, youth and street styles.

The following types of rucksacks are suitable for active leisure:

• a hiking rucksack for walks, picnics and travel;
• a sports rucksack for visiting sports clubs;
• a convertible rucksack, which can be transformed into a stylish bag by repositioning the straps.

Incidentally, this convertible rucksack comes in a wide range of styles and is suitable for both everyday outings and business meetings.

Women’s briefcase for businesswomen

Of course, you can also head to a business meeting or the office with a convertible rucksack. However, designers have come up with a more practical option for carrying documents, inspired by the men’s briefcase.

A women’s briefcase is a fashionable accessory for the modern businesswoman, ideal for carrying important documents, a small laptop or a netbook.

There is a wide range of stylish women’s briefcases available, varying in style, material and colour. A classic briefcase made from genuine or eco-leather will lend its owner an air of elegance and complement the look of a successful, professional woman.

Types of women’s briefcases:

• a briefcase with a long shoulder strap;
• briefcase with a small handle;
• clutch-style briefcase without a handle.

Classic leather ladies’ handbag

A classic-style genuine leather handbag is ideal for a business, everyday or romantic look. A leather handbag is more expensive, of higher quality and lasts much longer than its equivalent made from any other material.

How to match genuine leather handbag styles

A bag should either complement the other colours in your outfit or serve as a striking accent, but it’s by no means essential to match your shoes to your bag. Classic handbag colours are black, white, brown, grey and beige.

Stylish and extravagant women’s handbags

And, of course, every woman’s wardrobe contains handbags that are waiting for their moment to shine on special occasions, or which are used in everyday life as a striking accent to emphasise the uniqueness of her look. One such trend is the fur bag.

• large bags made of leather and other materials with fur trim for everyday use;
• fur clutches for formal events and evening outings;
• extravagant handbag designs for everyday or evening wear, featuring coloured fur, rhinestones, patent leather, suede and so on.

When choosing a handbag, the most important thing is to style it well, enjoy wearing it and switch it up depending on the season and occasion.