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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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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Is it possible to find a sales bargain that will rock one of the trends of the upcoming season? If you shop around it can be done. For the bargain lovers amongst you, here’s an edit of some of the fashion bag deals discovered in London, the USA and Australia by the different SS’24 bag trends. If you’re sitting comfortably…
Continue reading “New Year Sales – bag a bargain for summer 2024”Know the Spring/Summer 24 fashion trends before the New Year sales
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.
Continue reading “Know the Spring/Summer 24 fashion trends before the New Year sales”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.
Continue reading “Get this party started! 10 evening bags.”My Silver Lining Fashion
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.
Continue reading “My Silver Lining Fashion”Ready to fall into Autumn?
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.
Continue reading “Ready to fall into Autumn?”What’s the optimum number of bags for your wardrobe?
Did you know that the average number of bags owned by a woman in the UK is 14 (as reported by statista)? But how many do you really need to accent your year-round wardrobe? Can you get away with just 3 bags – one for work, one for casual, and one for special occasions? Maybe if you live in a monochromatic world – this could be an option for the minimalists among you! For those who like a bit more colour, here’s your guide to the essential bag styles to invest in and the total is in single figures!
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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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With the continued pinch on our wallets with the increasing inflation, is it possible to find an investment designer bag in 2023? With a strict budget of £500 and in search of designer labels with designs that can stand the test of time, here are 10 bags to choose from, if you are able to treat yourself. Be reassured, these bags have classic shapes, can be worn several times, all bringing down the cost per wear, just as an investment bag should.
Continue reading “Bags of investment for under £500”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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So it has been 5 months since two luxury fashion houses combined their brand power to showcase the handbag of 2023, the Fendi x Tiffany baguette bag. It went on sale last month and is already ‘sold out’ online. If you’ve got your hands on this icon, do you consider yourself one of the lucky ones or are you delighted that you didn’t fall for a wonderful marketing collab? Here’s what’s to celebrate and what’s not.
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What has the first month of 2023 provided us in the way of bag fashion? With lots of Spring colours and some early snaps from the Pre-Fall runways, there’s lots to inspire.
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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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