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| An Everyday Bag (via J.Crew) |
An everyday bag is going to be the bag you use the most. It should be big enough to fit all your essentials that you need for daily life and be good quality. This is a bag that you can definitely shell out some money on, because it will be with you for a long time. Pick one in a neutral color (black, white, tan, navy, or grey) and make sure you love it before you buy it.
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| A Black Clutch (via Yves Saint Laurent) |
Black clutches are great for when you don't need to carry around a ton of stuff. They are very elegant and the perfect one can pull together any outfit. Make sure it has room for your essentials. You will not be able to fit much, but you'll need to fit your phone, your credit card, maybe a little tube of lipstick, some cash, and any small item that you cannot leave the house without.
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| A Tan Crossbody (via Tory Burch) |
Tan is the best color for a crossbody bag because it works into any outfit and just seems so much more natural than any other color. Pick out one in your preferred tan or nude shade and make sure it hits about hip length. It should be big enough to fit in a cell phone, small wallet, a little makeup, and anything else you might need.
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| A Travel Tote (via Longchamp) |
Travel totes are great when they fold up. The Longchamp bags fold into tiny compact packages that can be unrolled and used at any time. A travel tote should be big enough to fit all your stuff, just like an everyday bag. As the owner of 3 Longchamp totes, I highly recommend these bags.
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| A Fun Bag (via Prada) |
A fun bag should be in a cool color or print. It should be able to spice up a boring outfit and give a pop of color. Any shape or size is fine, just make sure you are totally committed to it before you buy it. I cannot tell you how many bags I have bought only to never wear them.
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| A Fancy Clutch (via La Regale) |
A fancy clutch, whether it is covered in crystals or a smooth, shiny metal, is always a necessity in your closet. It is perfect for special occasions and can amp up a boring cocktail dress or gown. Gold and silver are my favorites, but don't be afraid to experiment with other colors and styles.
