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“I love new clothes. If everyone could just wear new clothes everyday, I reckon depression wouldn’t exist anymore.”
― Sophie Kinsella, Confessions of a Shopaholic
10 Most Fashionable Handbags this Spring
From classic totes and satchels to over-size clutches and cross-body styles, we’ve picked out the best on-trend bags from the high street and online this season.
With so many looks to choose from, the only problem you’ll have is choosing which one to buy.
Wear with this season’s monochrome styles for an all-eyes-on-me shot of colour.Shop the trends: (From top) Green fluro Cambridge Satchel Company bag, £125, Selfridges; yellow neon satchel, £30, Simply Be; pink cross-body bag, £45, House of Fraser.
Shop the trends: (From back) Butterfly bag, £19, Kaleidoscope; butterfly shoulder bag, £24.95, Harrods; Oriental print clutch, £95, Karen Millen; mini butterfly bag, £4.50, Accessorize.
Shop the trends: (From top left, clockwise) Monochrome checked bag £35, Marks & Spencer; Tabby monochrome stripe clutch bag, £15, Boohoo; black and white bag, £35, River Island; monochrome bag, £79, House of Fraser.
Tap into spring’s pastel colour trend with some gorgeous arm candy in ice-cream shades. Think baby blue, mellow yellow and powder pink – or go for an on-trend colour block style and wear several shades at once.
Shop the trends: (From top) Yellow bowling bag with zips, £39.99, Zara; blue satchel, £28, Topshop; pink mini satchel, £32, Warehouse.
Shop the trends: (From top) Clear Perspex hard box clutch, £12.99, New Look; Perrine Perspex tortoise shell hard clutch, £125, Reiss; Marc by Marc Jacobs Clearly Colorblocked crossbody bag, £159.51, Nordstrom.
Shop the trends: (From left clockwise) Fold-over canvass bag, £35, Oliver Bonass; David Jones Nanon bag, £26.20, Spartoo; tribal handbag, £69.99, Mango.
Shop the trends: (From left) Nude double pocket bag, £149, Mint Velvet; F&F nude tote bag, £15, Tesco Clothing; Grace Patent clutch bag, £22, Littlewoods.
Shop the trends: (From bottom left, clockwise) Snake print bag, £18, Barratts; white snake print hard bag, £14,Fashion Union; black leather clutch, £33 Oasis; snake print structured clutch, £8, Matalan; Reptula printed canvas shopper, £49, Ted Baker.
Shop the trends: (From top, clockwise) Paul’s Boutique Hetty Lips cross body bag. £32, Asos; Desigual Pretty cross-body bag, £49, John Lewis; colour block across the body bag, £15, Barratts.
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All I can say is WOW!!!! They looked amazing. Beyonce looked her best in that outfit. Another reason I have to workout!!
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“We all have our imperfections. But I`m human and you know, it`s important to concentrate on other qualities besides outer beauty”. -Beyonce
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“Whoever said that money can’t buy happiness, simply didn’t know where to go shopping.”
— Bo Derek
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“While clothes may not make the woman, they certainly have a strong effect on her self-confidence — which, I believe, does make the woman.”
Mary Kay Ash
Loving Shorts with Suite Jackets for Women
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Traditionally, the word “suit” is a sad one for ladies, especially when uttered during the summer months. Conversely, shorts have always evoked ideas of vacation, heat and leisure. When brought together, they create an unexpected combination of crisp polish and playful sportiness that can be worn anywhere from the office to weekends in the country and formal evenings out.
Bottega Veneta designer Tomas Maier’s white piqué jacket and culotte were inspired by the ’20s tennis player Suzanne Lenglen. Nicknamed “the goddess of tennis,” the six-time Wimbledon champ sipped brandy between sets and challenged constricting tournament dress codes with shorter clothing that allowed her to move more freely on the court. “I like how the larger shorts have the feeling of a short full skirt but with a sporty, contemporary feel,” said Mr. Maier. “The use of woven piqués in various degrees of openness create a breezy summer feel.” This light combination could easily be worn on the weekends, embodying an energized athleticism that a skirt or pantsuit never could. But this carefree allure is just one of the shorts suit’s many faces.
With sharp tailoring and feminine flourishes, as in Jason Wu’s plaid version, the style can be a confident and fetching choice for parties. “I particularly love putting super dressy details on shorts to allow them to be worn in the evening,” Mr. Wu said earlier this week. The designer will also offer a cropped tuxedo look, complete with a bow tie, in his upcoming resort collection—perfect for those who’d like to try the idea at black tie affairs this winter.
As a member of the suit family—however rebellious—the ensemble also has a serious side. At Araks, an indigo suit in a long Bermuda style (invented for British soldiers stationed in tropical climates) is slim and modern. And at Akris, a similar number cut from linen and wool radiates power and control. “Nothing is more chic for sleek summer business attitude,” said the brand’s designer Albert Kriemler. “A woman looks perfect today when she dares to switch the skirt with well-cut shorts.”
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Creative Office
Stella McCartney Linen Jacket and Shorts,$2,210, 212-255-1556
Sunglasses, $275, paulsmith.co.uk
Racerback Top, $20, gap.com
Sandal, $80, zara.com
Silvana Handbag, $1,870, Fendi, 212-759-4646
Anndra Neen Choker,$625, kirnazabete.com
Conservative Office
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Conservative Office
A crisply tailored jacket with Bermuda shorts is a respectable way to push the style envelope at work. Mix with a demure slipper and black pearls
Araks Blazer and Shorts$1,504, shop.araks.com
Blouse, $350, jennikayne.com
2961 Sunglasses, $255, persol.com
KJL Faux Pearl Necklace, $150, jennifermillerjewelry.com
Le Grande Classique Watch, $1,100, longines.com
Serapian iPad Case,$215, barneys.com
Aperlai Python Slipper,$815, bergdorfgoodman.com
Evening Out
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Evening Out
When paired with drop earrings, exotic feathered heels and a smart clutch, a posh patterned suit is ideal for an evening on the town.
Suno Blazer and Shorts,$1,000, openingceremony.us
Cami, $20, gap.com
Cartier Évasions Joaillières Collection Ear Pendants, $20,700, cartier.us
Rachel Clutch, $1,295, net-a-porter.com
Mercure Sandal with Thorn Heel and Feather at Toe, $1,475, rogervivier.com
Weekend Getaway
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Weekend Getaway
A sunny linen blazer and shorts are the picture of relaxation when worn wrinkled and soft for a weekend of leisurely strolls, lunches and bike rides. Match with a surfer-girl shade and classic Keds kicks.
Yellow Linen Jacket and Short, $1040, organicbyjohnpatrick.com
Chambray Tee, $45, jcrew.com
Sunglasses, $390, paulsmith.co.uk
Steven Alan Fedora,$135, net-a-porter.com
Isabel Marant Set of Four Bracelets, $495, net-a-porter.com
Market Tote by Les Habits Neufs, $275, calypsostbarth.com
White Champion sneakers, $35, keds.com
