Handbags are undoubtedly the most popular accessory for most women’s outfits.
Once you start looking for a new bag you are spoiled for choice thousands of different designs and styles are available, this can make finding the perfect bag difficult and frustrating.
One major problem is that many women are unsure of which types of handbags will suit their body shape and therefore end up picking styles that don’t quiet look right even to the point of being out of proportion with their frame.
This article is an attempt to help you find what type of bag is best suited to your size and shape.
Hourglass figure
If you’re lucky enough to have all the curves in the right places it’s a good idea to emphasize your waist. The best way to achieve this is to find a bag which hangs just above the waist. Medium sized bags work best anything to big or too tiny can look out of proportion.
Short and Plump
If you are in this category be very careful when choosing a handbags they choose, larger bags can be overbearing and make you look even shorter whereas smaller bags tend to give the impression you are taller than you really are.
Plus Size
If this is you keep well away from small bags, they have the effect of making you look bigger than you really are, bags with short straps are best avoided to. Pick a design which is a little larger and wider than run of the mill sizes as it will help you to appear smaller.
Tall and Thin
If you are built like a supermodel, tall and not too curvy, most styles of handbag are likely to suit you. Shoulder bags, clutch bags and oversized handbags are going to look amazing, however be careful regarding the size of the bag, large bags will suit you best because smaller ones are likely to make you appear even taller. If you do set your heart on a smaller handbag ensure that it snugly fits beneath your shoulders.
Which handbag you choose not only depends on the type and shape of your body, but also on the outfit you’re wearing and what the occasion is. Pick a handbag that you think looks best on you, and suits your mood on the day.
Very few women can manage with just one handbag, so make sure you have a few to choose from.
The featured bags on this page are from Handbags & Gladrags.
here is a selection…
- Ash Robin Black Leather Bag
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224.00
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Handheld grab bag in textured leather with detachable shoulder strap. The front features thong and beads with studs. The base has studs for protection. The top closes with a zip with an Ash logo zip pull. Inside is lined in fabric with a side zip pocket and further open pockets. Measures 38cm x 26cm x 10cm With dustbag.
- Tabitha Salmon Pink Moll Leather Clutch Purse
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25.00
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Salmon pink leather clutch purse with a detachable wrist strap. It is finished with brown stitching with a suede trim and tassels and rivet detailing. It secures with a zip fastening and is lined inside with a striped fabric lining and inside zip pocket. Measures 21cm x 12cm. - Oufi Rosario Grey Leather Hobo
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120.00
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Large slouchy hobo bag with intricate stud and broderie anglaise ruffle detail on the front and fringe detail to the sides. The top fastens with a zip. Metalwear is antiqued silver coloured metal. Inside is lined in the Oufi unicorn logo print. Measures 45cm x 28cm x 8cm (18" x 11" x 3") Handle drop is 60cm (24") - Lulu Guinness London Charms Brooch
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60.00
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Lulu Guinness London Charms Brooch - Baibella Clara Brown Grained Leather Handbag
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150.00
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Gloriously soft pebbled leather with a pair of handles and stud detailing in a timeless style. The top flap is secured with a magnetic stud and the base is protected with stud feet. Inside is lined in pink fabric with a central zip compartment and side zip pocket and further open pockets. Measures 35cm x 24cm x 12cm - Pink Lining Chocolate Leather Messenger Changing Bag
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89.40
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A larger size nappa leather messenger changing bag with 2 external bottle pockets to maximise room inside for nappies and other mummy and baby essentials. Comes with a detachable insulated shocking pink bottle holder and changing mat in zip pouchette inside and a adjustable shoulder strap. Measures 46 x 24 x 12.5cm - English Eccentrics Canvas Framed Handbag Pavilion Flowers Turquoise and Silver
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199.24
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Pavilion Flowers in turquoise and silver - beautifully shaped canvas bag with silver metallic trim. The framed top is generously sized for easy access. The front is finished with the English Eccentrics logo tab. There are three front slip pockets, the centre one finished with a stud fastening and pleating detail. These are repeated on the reverse. The base is protected with studs and the top fastens with a zip. Inside is fabric lined with a side zip pocket, open pocket and phone holder.... - English Eccentrics Framed Burns Night Tartan and Patent Handbag - Fern
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199.24
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Beautifully shaped tartan canvas bag with black patent leather trim. The framed top is generously sized for easy access. The front is finished with the English Eccentrics logo patent tab. There are three front slip pockets, the centre one finished with a stud fastening and pleating detail. These are repeated on the reverse. The base is protected with studs and the top fastens with a zip. Inside is fabric lined with a side zip pocket, open pocket and phone holder. Measures 33cm wide x 26cm... - Penelope and Parker Vixen 13 inch Laptop Sleeve
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175.00
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Leather Vixen laptop case bag with twist lock fastening - to fit laptops up to 13" This can also double up as a luxury leather shoulder bag with its removable shoulder strap. Inside is a hidden zip pocket document holder. Available in black patent (£175), pink croc (£220), python print (£245) With dustbag. - Oufi Nona Black Leather Shoulder Bag
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110.00
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A fringed bag with oodles of fashion features. The seam detail flap has braided edge piping and long tight fringing. The sides have a thong tie detail, tassels and leather bound rings Metalwear is antiqued silver coloured metal. Inside is lined in the Oufi unicorn logo print. Measures 30cm x19cm x 10cm (12" x 7.5" x 4") Strap drop is 60cm (24")
