If you ask any stylist about the one element in a woman’s wardrobe that tells the story of who she is, they will likely say: “her handbag.” Even if you’re just wearing jeans, a t-shirt, and a pair of old sneakers, tossing on a great handbag can suddenly elevate your entire look. A high-quality bag for the season subtly whispers, “luxe,” even if it’s been well-loved. Still, selecting the perfect handbags for spring requires careful consideration of your budget and preferences.
Always go for the best handbag you can afford! This is one of the precious few items likely to remain in your wardrobe long after you’ve turned over almost everything else. Realistically, few of us swap out our handbags on a regular basis. Although designers are constantly adding elements to bring them fashion forward, the basics stay they same. Seasons past, handbags were getting smaller and smaller. Now, bigger bags are making a comeback according to the runways.
For your everyday bag, function and comfort should be your first consideration. Of course, proportion and size should always be taken into account just like any other clothing item. You don’t want your bag announcing itself before you do, or being so petite as to be inconsequential. Your handbag should make a flattering statement about you. As for color, you’ll probably want to choose a neutral shade that you use often. This way, your handbag will match the majority of your wardrobe. However, that doesn’t mean your every-day bag needs to be black, tan or even mono-colored. In fact, a navy, white or even coral might be one of your best neutral colors for spring.
Best Handbags for Spring for Every Budget
There are lots of new spring handbag trends this year. As the cycle goes, some are simply remakes of years past. Still, many trends offer a fresh way to update your wardrobe without buying another single thing. Some of our favorite trends for women in their prime include: bucket bags, mini palm bags, crossbodies, crochet bags, oversized bags, briefcase style bags, heavy metal and crescent moon bags.
Budget is always the place to start, so we’ve grouped our selection of handbags for spring by price.
Handbags Under $100
Handbags for $100-$250
Handbags for $250-500
Handbags for $500-$1000
Handbags Over $1,000
Just one final point: since you’re going to be spending a little more for basics, make sure you take good care of them. That means pre-treating with stain guard if necessary and getting them repaired or polished as needed. With just a little maintenance, you’ll have a great handbag wardrobe that lasts you a long time.
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