This season we’re swapping out micro-mini handbags for something a little more practical and super chic – relaxed shoulder bags. With an array of sleek styles coming from brands like Burberry, Tory Burch, and Bottega Veneta, there’s more than one reason to get excited about adding this piece to your fall wardrobe. Functionally versatile with ample styling options, designer shoulder bags can easily add an air of refinement to casual looks allowing you to carry your things with you, without the exaggerated proportions of this season’s best tote bags.
Truly timeless and always appropriate
In keeping with the paired-back power dressing themes and quiet luxury undertones prevalent throughout collections for this season, the shoulder bag selection leans towards form and finish rather than pattern or detail with brands like Ferragamo, Saint Laurent, Michael Kors and The Row taking charge and moving towards an artfully-edited minimalistic approach. A sliding range of variations and combinations in strap length and compartment size artfully walk the line between sophistication and relaxed ease to create interest. Clean lines and indulgently finished leathers in neutral tones like warm browns ranging from caramel to chocolate, black and white, metallic, and, in line with the red trend that dominated the runways this season, rich wine hues are now making their way into the wardrobes of fashion’s most stylish.
Styling a classic piece that’s as versatile as the relaxed shoulder bag is open to endless opportunities to make it your own with your unique interpretation. When it comes to luxury styling, subtle and high-quality pieces are a sure win. Pair your bag with the perfect-fit jeans, white shirt, and ballerina flats for a casual look that is truly timeless and always appropriate. Take a bet on balancing contrasts with sporty styles from brands like Nike that add a down-to-earth athletic feel to otherwise non-athletic looks, or gear up for a night out with the perfect dress and pair of heels to elevate the mood.
