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You’ll find everything you want from tomatoes to eggplant to corn to peaches and more grown by family-owned farms located in and around the St. Louis area.

Get the recipe for my Meatless Lemon Parmesan and Corn Pasta and learn more about Dierbergs Homegrown on my blog, link in bio.

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Contributors, Fashion, Featured, In The Closet · April 9, 2015

Style Cues: Five Must Have Handbag Styles


Curating the perfect handbag collection can be daunting. A one-purse-fits-all approach doesn’t work for a diverse wardrobe, but buying a handbag to match every outfit is not an option for most of us. What’s a budget-conscious stylista to do? The key is to buying handbags is to determine the desired ratio of fashion to function based on your lifestyle – and every purse should have some element of both. We’ve come up with the top five must have handbag styles to keep your essentials close and chic, year-round. (Bonus: we’ve included some of 2015’s now-trending handbags!)

Cross-Body Purses

Every woman needs the freedom to carry her items and still do tasks that need both hands. (No, we’re not talking about a fanny pack.) The cross-body purse is the quintessential hands-free handbag. You can find modern updates of this classic pocketbook in virtually every size, color, and fabric. Tip: pay attention to the length of the strap when selecting a cross-body bag. When worn diagonally across your body, it should ideally hit right around the hip. Sling it on, and forget about it!

Cross body purse

Kate spade purse / Purple handbag / FOSSIL black crossbody purse / Chloé genuine leather handbag / MICHAEL Michael Kors ‘Bedford Tassel

Clutch Purse

For special evenings, a bulky purse doesn’t cut it. A sleek, sparkly clutch accents a fancy dress and elevates a jeans-and-cute-top ensemble. Clutches come in an array of colors and materials, but have one thing in common: they are strictly for carrying essentials. Case in point: ultra-elegant minaudières are bursting with style, but hold little more than a lipstick. For smaller or thinner clutches, a phone-fit test is highly recommended.

Clutch bag

 

CÉLINE celine handbag,/ Monsoon blue handbag / Red purse / Crocodile handbag / Yves Saint Laurent python handbag / Rebecca Minkoff neon yellow handbag / Rainbow Club silver evening handbag / Genuine leather handbag / Betsey Johnson evening clutch

Satchel

To complement your professional wardrobe, a satchel is up to the job. Characterized by short handles and designed to be worn on your hand or wrist, the satchel’s structured shape is stylish and practical. Grab a larger satchel for important papers or carry a smaller bag for a touch of class in the office. Neutral-toned satchels go with most outfits, but if you want a handbag that will work overtime into happy hour, consider a medium-sized satchel in a playful color like aquamarine.

satchel

Louis Vuitton black leather satchel / Kate Spade genuine leather purse / The Cambridge Satchel Company leather satchel / Vince Camuto metallic handbag / kate spade new york ‘cedar street-maise’ satchel

Tote Bag

For shopping, weekend getaway necessities, and general stuff-lugging capabilities, nothing beats a tote bag. You can keep it casual with a canvas bag or up the fashion ante with a sturdier leather tote. The only caveat is that the unstructured roominess can lead to frustrating rummages for important items, so look for a tote with smaller inside pockets.

tote bag

Snake print handbag / Kate Spade white handbag / MARC BY MARC JACOBS tote bag / Canvas tote/ TOMS white purse/ Madewell ‘The Transport’ Leather Tote

The It-Bag

Once you’ve acquired the basic collection of handbags, there’s room for one more: the “it” bag. While the aforementioned purses are staples, the “it” bag is all about having fun with trends. 2015’s trending purses include the convenient handheld clutch, 70s-inspired saddle bag, and pretty floral prints. Designers like Marc Jacobs and Versace ditched the standard rectangle for circle-shaped purses. Ralph Lauren and Phillip Lim are championing the comeback efforts of drawstring bucket bags. “It” purses are a low-risk way to try a trend, but budget wisely. Your “it” bag may be “out” next season.

The It Bag

Handbag / Crossbody purse / J Crew clutch / Dolce Gabbana pink bag

With these handbag styles and options, there is at least one that should fit your lifestyle. Which one is your fave?

carmenb-profile-pic-264x300About Carmen:

Carmen Boeser is a freelance fashion writer, thriftaholic, and vintage lover. She chronicles personal style and love for the St. Louis fashion scene on her blog, The Ruby Zipper. When Carmen is not processing merchandise at a resale boutique, she’s learning the joys of new parenthood with her husband and baby daughter.


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Comments

  1. Leslie says

    April 9, 2015 at 11:33 am

    I generally carry the same pocketbook around all the time, except maybe to switch from winter to summer. I really love that pretty blue satchel in the picture above.

    Reply
    • Carmen says

      May 17, 2015 at 9:43 pm

      I definitely understand that, Leslie! As much as I love collecting purses, I probably use only 1 or 2 the majority of the time. Thanks for your comment!

      Reply
  2. Andrea says

    April 9, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    I love ALL the bags! But I am especially a fan of totes and satchel-types.

    Cross-body bags are not a good look for me. And I find clutches glamorous and pretty but so so small!

    Reply
    • Carmen says

      May 17, 2015 at 9:45 pm

      I agree, Andrea-clutches are super cute but not always practical. Totes and satchels work great for most occasions!

      Reply
  3. Hailey Huston says

    July 17, 2015 at 5:17 am

    I love a good clutch. They’re great for the spring and summer and can easily be dressed up or down. Clutches are cute, compact and easy to carry.

    Reply

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18 days and counting to college dorm move-in day a 18 days and counting to college dorm move-in day and the start of The Chicklet’s college experience. Got @stjohnsu gear to support our #futurejohnny. 🤣
If I’m going to do anything, I’m going to pose If I’m going to do anything, I’m going to pose with my leg out. #thighsdontlie  #pose #wedding #ootd
You know I like to keep it F-R-E-S-H.🌽 🍅 🥒

I can do that as well as support local Missouri and Illinois family farms with @Dierbergs Homegrown.

Think of Dierbergs Homegrown as a Farmer’s Market inside of a grocery store. It has the freshest produce available locally. In order for the item to be considered Dierbergs Homegrown, it has to be picked, packed and delivered to their stores in less than 24 hours.

You’ll find everything you want from tomatoes to eggplant to corn to peaches and more grown by family-owned farms located in and around the St. Louis area.

Get the recipe for my Meatless Lemon Parmesan and Corn Pasta and learn more about Dierbergs Homegrown on my blog, link in bio.

#DierbergsHG #HomegrownProud #WeLoveLocal #Partner
Planning my grocery shopping trips has become so m Planning my grocery shopping trips has become so much easier with @dierbergs Rewards. Not only do I earn points for every dollar I spend, but with their Marketplace, my points go even further with free grocery items.

Dierbergs Rewards app is super easy to use and makes for worry-free shopping. I’m a fan! 

Find your store- http://bit.ly/DierbergsStore

#dierbergspartner #dierbergsrewards #dierbergssummer
This #essencefest was one for the record books, in This #essencefest was one for the record books, in more ways than one.  Nola will always be one of my favorite places to visit, and I’m looking forward to being in the place again next year. Until then…
My first full day at #essencefest is in the books. My first full day at #essencefest is in the books. It’s very—different from years past, but I’m proud to be covering it this year. 🙌🏾
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Class of 2022. 
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