The Crossbody Bag
The crossbody bag has become the new essential. While I love a great tote and how it lets me channel my inner Mary Poppins, crossbody bags are convenient and stylish. The key to an "updated" crossbody bag is to make sure the bag hits right at hip level and not lower. This will make you appear as chic as you want to be without dating you.
The crossbody bag can be your ultimate accessory and quite possibly your biggest splurge of the year. I do think a sharp bag can elevate almost any outfit. And while the price tag for some of these may have you contemplating selling a kidney, consider how many times you will potentially be wearing your cross body bag. Daily? Almost daily? The price-per-wear takes care of itself.
While Chanel, Gucci, LV and YSL are always classic, here are a few that have my attention and are my current favorite crossbody bags.
Loewe (pronounced Low-ev-ay) is top of the food chart. The current "it" bag aptly named "puzzle" has a convenient handle and several straps to choose from. It also comes in an array of colors
Not too far down the bag chain is the Celine Triomphe bag. Beautiful in its simplicity and practical enough to carry all the essentials. It's feminine and sleek but with a modern, updated edge.
I love the Senreve bag for it's price tag and it's versatility, it can be worn as a crossbody or a waist belt.
A few more below that are small enough without weighing you down, but large enough for your phone, a credit card and lip gloss. Consider adding red for a pop of color.
If a new bag is not at the top of your shopping list, consider updating an existing bag with a great shoulder strap. This will be sure to update your older bag and give it (and you) a fresh look.
