As the saying goes, there is no such thing as perfection. Pfft! Please! Says the person who’s missing out on the 2013 collection of bags. Adding the right accessory – the right bag – to any outfit adds an undeniable touch of perfection. This year’s fall and winter showcases an interesting line of bags for the everyday diva.
This fall, the bigger the better! No matter the occasion, we’ve got you covered. Our three fall favourites – bucket bags, totes and satchels. They are not only grabbing attention on the runway, but are also the talk of the town! Fall 2013 is moving away from intricately detailed bags to big and practical bags.
Bucket bags are big and slouchy. They give off a very cool and laid back vibe! Talk about bohemian chic with a twist of 70’s drama! These bags come in various patterns and fresh fall colours – definitely great for an everyday look! My personal favourite is Tory Burch’s “Robinson” drawstring bucket bag. It is simple yet elegant and big enough to carry everything a girl can ever need!
If you’re looking for a bucket bag with a twist, 3.1 Phillip Lim’s ‘Scout’ drawstring crossbody is a gorgeous, yet functional purse that can be worn across your body, perfect if you’re carrying heavy items. A bucket bag can be used as an everyday add on – given weekends may not be in the picture!
Looking for more versatility? Totes are your solution! These bags can transform with the occasion, mood and time of day. If you are looking for more fun – look no further than Vince Camuto’s “Janet” drawstring tote. It comes in a variety of fun colours to keep summer going into fall! To get a polished look for work, leather totes in a variety of fall colours would be a fun add on, such as Victoria Beckham’s “Liberty” bag.
Moreover, a hot trend for this season is two tone totes, which provide versatility for your outfits. Michael Kors ‘Selma Saffiano” is a great example, as it provides a much needed pop of colour to match the beautiful warm tones for fall. With winter just around the corner – comfy large sweaters, tights and boots are out – add a trendy tote to make a statement. Looks like Selena also has tote fever! Lately Gomez’s must-have accessory seems to be an oversize tote! Who knew?
For all you city girls – meet your new best friend – the satchel bag! This bag can go from the office to that spontaneous night out with the girls with a drop of a hat. No wonder Taylor Swift and Gwen Stefani refuse to leave the house without their satchels in hand. For a polished look at work, Tory Burch has the solution with her printed dome satchel. Beautiful block print with a touch of colour would look great for that business meeting. In keeping with fall’s two-tone, Miu Miu offers a gorgeous black and white leather satchel. This great mid-sized bag is truly a dream come true! With a variety of styles to choose from let your inner fashionista shine!
For all of the women on the constant go, it’s often hard to stop and find the time to change your outfit for the right occasion. Here’s to making life easier – 2013 fall bags are about versatility, convenience and as always style. Pull yourself out of your comfort zone and dare to rock a new look!
PHOTO: Tory Burch, Victoria Beckham, Michael Kors, Miu Miu, Vince Camuto, Dream Out Loud
By Aman Grewal
