Heading into the festive season, it’s time to think about what sort of handbag you will be clutching under your arm. Are you purchasing for parties, travel or that sunny long lunche? Style director Louise Hilsz shares her picks of what to buy.
Party handbag
This year a diamanté bag should be your go-to for a festive party. Think small, sparkly and fabulous! Perfect right?
Prada Celeste Cleo Satin bag, $5400. Alexander Wang Scrunchie Mini Bag, $3270. Balenciaga Hourglass XS Handbag Rhinestones, $10500. Cult Gaia Hera Mini Shoulder Bag, $890.
Colour Blocking handbag
Every good summer outing needs a colourful summer bag. Colour blocking is key and a trend that is always hot. From bright or pastel, choose the rainbow to match those summer floral prints.
Moschino Patchwork Calfskin handbag, US$1400. Versace La Medusa Small bag, $3450. Louis Vuitton Pochette Twist $6550. Gucci Diana Mini Tote bag, $5335.
Everyday crossbody handbag
A neutral crossbody handbag is a wardrobe staple. It’s the perfect match for the light palette of summer fashion, heading our way.
Louis Vuitton Diane crossbody bag, $3850. Loewe Gate mini leather cross-body bag, $2415. Bottega Veneta Cassette Intrecciato-leather cross-body bag, $3199. Burberry Vintage-check canvas and leather cross-body bag, $1815.
A large carry-all handbag
We all need that everyday tote that is big enough to throw everything we need in it every day. Our advice, buy quality, and it will last forever.
Deadly Ponies Mr Bellboy bag, $699. Yu Mei Theresa bag, $1259. Saben Beatrice shoulder bag, $529. Ganni Banner logo-embossed recycled-leather tote bag, $359.
A bag for your phone just for fun
These days, we often take out a phone and gloss (the phone can do everything with apple pay), so why not get a cute little bag to carry? “My pick is, of course, the Balenciaga Croc bag to match my shoes. Happy texting,” says Louise Hilsz.
Time to bedazzle your favourite arm candy.