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Hello peachies. Welcome back to Dear
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Peachy. Browsing for handbags is easy,
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but finding the perfect bag for everyday
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life can be surprisingly tricky.
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You don't need a different handbag for
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every outfit. But let's face it, one
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single bag won't work for every occasion
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either.
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People always ask if there's a go to
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handbag that suits every situation,
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and the truth is it doesn't exist. A
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sleek leather tote can look bulky and
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out of place with a breezy sundress,
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while a lightweight summer bag won't
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match the mood of a thick winter coat.
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And taking your everyday bag to a formal
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event, it usually ends up clashing with
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your entire look.
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That said, you don't need a huge
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collection either.
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That's why building a small but
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well-rounded collection of three to four
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versatile handbags is the smartest move.
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You'll be ready for workdays, weekends,
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and special occasions without ever
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compromising on style.
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So, today we've rounded up the must-have
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and versatile handbag types that you can
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rely on all year round. As we have
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mentioned just now, one handbag can't do
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it all, but you just need three
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well-chosen bags that will carry you
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through nearly every situation in life.
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Let's break down the trio you need.
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First, the daily driver. It is your main
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workhorse.
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This is the bag you'll reach for 70% of
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the time. It should be something sturdy,
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structured, and stylish.
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Think of a leather tote, satchel, or top
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handle in black, chocolate, or burgundy.
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It should look polished enough for work,
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but still feel appropriate for a casual
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lunch or errands. If possible, have two
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versions, one in a warm tone, one in a
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cool tone, depending on your wardrobe
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color palette.
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For the weekend casual, this one's for
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your days off. It is something lighter,
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softer, and more laid-back. Go for a
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medium-sized canvas or nylon bag in a
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versatile shade like tan, olive, or
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navy.
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It should hold your essentials without
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weighing you down and look good with
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jeans, athleisure, or a breezy dress.
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Last but not least, the mini or evening
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plus one. This is your smallest, most
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stylish companion. Whether it's a
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crossbody, wristlet, or clutch, this is
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the bag for date nights, weddings, or
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anytime you want to keep it light. Since
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it's small, feel free to have fun with
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textures, prints, or bold colors.
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Function is key, but style seals the
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deal.
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Let's take it a step further and explore
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the four timeless bag styles that not
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only serve a purpose, but also elevate
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your everyday looks.
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If you could only own one bag from your
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entire wardrobe without a doubt, it
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should be the tote bag. To put it
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simply, the term tutt comes from an
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African word meaning to carry. So tote
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bags are large shopping or carry bags
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with a big storage capacity and two
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parallel handles.
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They're perfect for work, travel,
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shopping, basically any situation that
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calls for a spacious bag.
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When choosing a tote, there are a few
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key things to keep in mind. First, go
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for materials that are durable and high
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quality, like full grain leather or the
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iconic coated canvas used by brands like
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Louis Vuitton.
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These hold up well to everyday wear and
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tear.
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Style-wise, avoid toes that look too
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formal or stiff as they may only suit
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office settings and can feel awkward for
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casual use.
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Try to find a balance between structure
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and softness. For color, black is always
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a safe first choice, followed by brown.
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Both are easy to match year round.
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One thing many people forget to consider
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is the weight of the bag itself. Since
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totas are meant to carry a lot, it's
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best to choose one that's lightweight,
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or you'll end up dreading using it after
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a few times. A tota around 40 cm to 30
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cm in a rectangular or wing tote is the
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most practical.
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It can fit a laptop and is proportionate
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to most heights.
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Also, look for longer handles that won't
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get stuck under your arms when wearing
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bulky outerwear.
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These are some iconic designer picks,
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but you can easily find similar styles
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that suit your personal taste and
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budget.
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The second essential bag style is the
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shoulder bag. Since you already have a
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large capacity tote, your shoulder bag
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can be smaller and more compact.
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Ideally, one that also allows cross body
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wear, freeing up your hands when needed.
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The two main styles of shoulder bags
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trending right now are the soft, slouchy
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hobo style and the more structured,
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defined styles like rectangle or half
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moon bags.
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If most of your wardrobe is casual and
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you don't often attend formal events, a
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hobo bag is a great match.
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But if your outfits are a bit more
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polished and you occasionally dress up,
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a structured shoulder bag would be more
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appropriate.
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For size, a 30 cm to 20 cm hobo bag
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suits nearly everyone, while a
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structured one around 20 cm to 15 cm is
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compact enough to double as a clutch
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when the strap is removed.
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For thickness, aim for 10 to 12 cm, as
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anything bulkier can feel awkward, even
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if it supports cross body use.
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Stick to neutral tones like black,
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brown, or beige, and opt for quality
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materials.
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If you're tired of shiny leather, try
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suede. It instantly adds richness to
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your outfit.
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If you're on the hunt for the perfect
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weekend casual bag, the slouchy or cross
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body hobo bag is a top pick. Its soft
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structure and laid-back feel make it
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effortlessly stylish. Whether you wear
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it on the shoulder or cross body.
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If you're on the taller side, opt for
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the medium size. If you're more petite,
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the smaller one will suit you better.
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For something a bit more refined,
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consider coated canvas or leather hobo
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bags. If you're drawn to more structured
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silhouettes, take a look at styles like
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these examples shown here.
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Now, can you guess the third essential
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bag? It's the backpack. While it might
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not be your everyday go-to, like a tota
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or shoulder bag when the need arises,
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whether for travel, errands, or days
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when you need to carry more, it's
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absolutely essential to have a good one
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on hand. When choosing a backpack, there
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are three things to keep in mind. First,
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go for a waterresistant nylon material.
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It's lightweight, durable, and perfect
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for everything from city strolls to
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spontaneous outdoor plans.
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A 16-in backpack is great for daily use
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or outings, especially for our mommies
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with kids.
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While a 17-in version gives you a bit
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more room if you're packing for travel.
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Another key feature to look for in a
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backpack is padding, especially on the
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shoulder straps and the back panel. When
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it comes to backpacks, comfort is
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non-negotiable.
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While we won't dive into brands here,
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there are plenty of stylish, functional
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options out there.
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Honestly, these three core bags will
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cover almost all your day-to-day needs,
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but every wardrobe deserves a little
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fun.
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That's where the fourth bag comes in,
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your statement piece. It might not be
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the most functional, but it should be
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eye-catching and full of personality.
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Think of it as your plus one bag.
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With mini bags, it's your chance to have
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fun and show off your personal style.
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This is where you can really be playful.
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Experiment with bold colors, unexpected
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textures, or statement details.
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Whether it's a cross body, a sleek
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moair, or a mini shoulder bag, the key
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is to pick something that reflects your
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personality.
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Look for designs in vibrant hues
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embellished with beads, metallic
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hardware, or decorative stitching.
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Materials like mesh, woven textures, or
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even glossy patent leather can add that
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extra spark.
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It may be small in size, but the right
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mini bag can make a big statement.
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At the end of the day, you don't need
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dozens of bags to look put together.
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Just a thoughtful selection of styles
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that work for your lifestyle. and maybe
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one or two that simply spark joy.
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Now, we want to know which bags are your
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musthaves.
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Drop your go to styles in the comments,
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and we'd love to hear what's in your
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rotation.
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Thank you so much for watching. We will
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see you in the next video. Goodbye.
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