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Designer Handbags 101

Metallic Purses and Satchels

Just like gentlemen keep their shoes shiny, women try their best to turn their handbags into a “bling bling” accessory. Wearing a metallic purse is the easiest way to attract attention. Metallics are made in various metal colors - including black, gold, silver, copper, baby pink, lime green and sky blue – all covered with that metallic shimmering. Metallic leathers are the most commonly used material for handbags. In addition to the shine of metallic leather, designers add extra metallic pigment in order to create a mixture of the color when it reflects under light.

Metallic purses have loud personalities – often just like their owners. However, many a fashion faux pas has been captured on the runway when a misguided actress or singer sports a metallic purse with an equally loud outfit. When you carry a metallic purse, it’s likely that your purse will be the center of attention. Therefore basic colors – such as black or white often look best with metallic purses so that one doesn’t clash with the other. For a heavy-metal look try matching basic black and an eye-popping metallic bag with an accessory of the same color - a sequined shrug, a metallic belt, a rhinestone brooch, a silk embellished scarf, chunky rhinestone earrings or a necklace.

There are so many celebrities that are fond of metallic leather purses. We’ve seen the likes of Jessica Simpson, Cameron Diaz, Teri Hatcher and Brittany Murphy all sporting metallic bags. In fact metallic purses scream girl power! The only drawback of cheaper metallic handbags is that the shine surface tends to rub off quite quickly.

Metallic purses to die for include:

Juicy Couture Baby Fluff Bag – Delicate as a baby’s skin, the “Fluff Bag” is made out of an ultra soft metallic leather. This gold tone bag is cinched on both sides with four oval-shaped metal rings. A metal chain, a crystal chain and a “J” charm hang over one of the rings. The purse, also an oval design, features two side pockets with magnetic flaps. Double straps link to the body of the purse with matching tone chains. The design of the inside of this purse is just as unique as the outside. The inner realm features a heart-shaped mirror, an interior phone pocket and fine cotton canvas lining. With a price of $250 online, there’s no doubt that you will feel bling-a-licious carrying this feisty bag.

Coach Daphne Metallic Leather Satchel – Dubbed the “bag of the season” by the Coach design team, the “Daphne Leather Satchel” is ideal for work and travel. Short leather braided handles (21-inches in length) make this bag perfect for carrying by hand. Two front pockets with turnkey closures are the icing on the cake – so yummy! Get this delicious bag for $700 online.

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