Category: handbags

Bring on the Spanish fashion heroes!

When it comes to designer handbag brands in Europe, we’re spoilt for choice. France and Italy have both heritage and newcomer brands that never fail to excite runways and pop out in fashion features.  They’re the proven destinations for fabulous craftmanship, quality materials and style. But before we conclude the out right winner of handbag design, may I introduce two Spanish brands worthy of your attention. Vamos!

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Bags on insta that are bang on trend for SS’24

Spring is not yet knocking on the door in the northern hemisphere but there’s nothing to stop us dreaming of those warmer and brighter days by scrolling instagram for inspiration and fashion ideas. This month’s edition of ‘Something for the Weekend’ gives an edit of the styles and bags for all the girls about town. Here’s the guide to the bag trends for spring and summer 2024 straight from the many feeds. 

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Know the Spring/Summer 24 fashion trends before the New Year sales

Bag Bargains for SS24

Certain styles just can’t help coming back. And for the smart, savvy shoppers amongst you, getting an item on sale that works for the following season is a result. To bag a bargain you’ll need an edit of the key SS’24 trends. To help you spot the discounted items in the NY sales that will help you traverse into next season, here’s your guide to the fashion and bag styles for spring and summer.

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Get this party started! 10 evening bags.

2023, as it comes to a close, feels more social with a few more party invites than previous years. I don’t know if inflation, climate, and wars have just taken their toll and we need to party like it’s 1999! Whether Pink or Prince are your soundtracks to December nights out, I’ve got your belongings you need for a night out secure, in a bag to make your outfit, whatever your budget. 10 bags from £32 to  £550.

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My Silver Lining Fashion

10 Silver Fashion bags for Winter '23

This winter we’ve seen the return of statement silver jewellery. And have you spotted the silver trouser and blazer trend popping up on every fashionista’s favourite feed? Whilst the metallic suit would rock any party night out, if this is too much silver for you, may I suggest adding a silver handbag to your outfit for impact. There are some fantastic bags to choose from and you can relax about cost per wear as these bags can come out year after year for those black tie events. So if you’re sitting comfortably, here’s a quick guide to 10 silver bags.

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Ready to fall into Autumn?

Autumn, Fall, Winter look

To get thinking about how well your wardrobe can effortlessly navigate into Autumn/Fall, here’s a checklist of items to have whether you are dusting them off from the back of the wardrobe or making speedy online purchases. From outfits to coats and the bag accessories to carry, here’s your something for the weekend – inspiration to get ready for Autumn and the winter beyond.

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Guide to Autumn/Winter 2023 fashion styles

6 key fashion trends for AW23/4

The Autumn/Winter trends are now well documented.  However, most of us don’t tend to really tune in until we get closer to the season.  Now is the time to find inspiration as we officially move into Autumn (1st September up here in the northern hemisphere).  And there’s a treat for everyone.  For those of you who have invested in classic lines, you may well be dusting off an item or two from the back of the wardrobe.  Those who have yet to, enjoy this as a mini guide to the classic shapes and styles revived, that just never date. And when it comes to the bag accessory of the season Bagwhispers is here to the rescue.

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Summer time and the livins easy

When the sun is out and the days require a light and breezy wardrobe to handle the heat, here are 10 bags to compliment your summer outfits. And the good news, none of them will have you gulping and reaching for the credit card (or wishing for a rich daddy as the song goes by Louis Armstrong).

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It’s a London thing!

When it comes to bag design centres in Europe, Milan or Paris are hard to beat. For those of you who are fans of London vibes, you’ll find you are also spoilt for choice this Spring. With the top handle, slim shoulder and clutch bag styles dominating the trends for this spring and summer, the UK has a lot of home grown fashion talent. Here’s a rundown of 10 London bag brands worth checking out.

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Affordable fashion bags for SS’23

Bag a bargain for SS'23

With inflation still in double digits, many of us may want to look for more affordable fashion solutions for the new season. Bagwhispers has taken the 7 fashion trends for SS’23 and the dominant bag styles and has created a shortlist of bags to inspire as well as take care of your wallet. Looking for a bargain? You’ve come to the right place. If you’re sitting comfortably…

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Hot summer fashion bags for cool looks

Summer fashion bags

Have you got a handle on the summer fashion? Here in the northern hemisphere, we are welcoming warmer days which means time to go on holiday. But before you do, let’s get a low down on the bags that are looking great for vacation days. The bags in this edit are already on location and there are plenty of styles to inspire.

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Prepping for wedding season and need a bag or two!

Fashion bags for special occasions

‘Tis the season to brace oneself for the upcoming weddings on the horizon and the mandatory hit the bank balance will get. I’ve sourced three outfits which I’m going to invest in not just because they work for the special events but they also guarantee lots of wear elsewhere. Thankfully the weddings have a relaxed but elegant vibe where anything starting from boho chic is acceptable. However, wedding season economics means I need to see if I can get through the summer and make these three outfits work with one bag. Challenge on!

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That’s a wrap! 2021’s bag styles reviewed

Top 12 bags of 2021

The regular Bagwhispers readers amongst you will know that each month, I share my favourite five bags from instagram, in ‘something for the weekend’. They are favourites for various reasons: channelling a key shape or colour of the season or just being fabulous at standing out. I’ve reviewed each month’s round-up and picked one stand out bag from each month’s instagram edit. If you’re sitting comfortably, let’s celebrate the bags of 2021 that made an impact. Here are top 12 bags of 2021.

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Bags for special occasions

It doesn’t matter what the special occasion is and what the bag trend of the season is, there is one trusted bag style that will rock the dress or tailored suit in any decade and that’s the top handle bag.  This style of bag is definitely an investment piece.  And here to inspire you is an edit of top handle bags from a variety of designers, 10 in fact offering a range of price points. So if you’re sitting comfortably…

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