Tote around and carry your everyday essentials in one of the season’s most splurge-worthy bags. These arm candy picks from the runways are the most covetable bag styles for fall 2013 you won’t want to be seen without. From the sleek, structured duffle to the statement-packing mini, keep these handbags in tow for character definition in accessory form for fall.
The pouch
A fashion editor favourite, this bag is the perfect accompaniment to stash all your necessities in and can be transitioned into evening as a fun, out-on-the-town clutch. Hot on the fashion week scene and the “it” bag of the fashion-forward set, the pouch is the clutch 2.0 reinvented with minimalistic and modern design. The bag of the future!
Shop: McQ Alexander McQueen, $190
The mini bag
Micro, yet mighty, the mini-sized bag is the shape of season packing a strong sartorial punch. Don’t let the small stature fool you; the mini bag is effortlessly elegant where fashion and function fuse together to create the perfect balance between a refined boxy shape and cool, street style aesthetics.
Shop: Lanvin, $1,490.00
The top handle satchel
Opt for sleek structure come fall and keep a top handle satchel in tow for all stylish outings this season. True to the ladylike trend, this feminine handbag is an sophisticated and refined accessory elevating your look to only the most posh aesthetic. Suitable for work or play, the top handle satchel polishes off every perfectly put together look in an effortlessly elegant way.
Shop: Forever 21, $25.80
The bejeweled clutch
It’s all in the details for fall 2013 as opulent and ornate clutches reign supreme with geometric embellishments and bold bedazzled ornamentations to keep you shining in the spotlight with a striking statement-style bag. Held in hand or tucked under your arm, the bejeweled clutch ups the ante in a major way for a new and notable meaning to arm candy.
Shop: River Island, $62
The camera bag
Fashion blogger favourite, the camera bag is a street style stars ideal companion. While equal parts chic and totally utilitarian, the camera bag offers up a cool, urbane aesthetic that goes beyond housing the perfect street style-snapping device.
Shop: Karl Lagerfeld, $450
The structured duffle
With luxe luggage detailing, the structured duffle as seen on the runway of Marc by Marc Jacobs is one of the season’s most desirable accessories to keep on hand for fall. Reinventing the classic design, the celeb favourite style has been refreshed for fall with a cool combination of the classic doctor’s bag and the lady like carryall. The versatility of this chic convertible bag is one you’ll be sure to keep on your arm long after the season is over.
Shop: See by Chloe, $675
The fur bag
‘Tis the season to cozy up to texture and what better way to do so than with a furry bag for fall. Think curled feathers, luxurious (faux) fur and fabulous shearling for tantalizing texture to play with this season.
Shop: River Island, $75
The supersized tote
While mini bags are having their moment and made quite an impact on the runway, this season it’s not just about the small folk. An oversized tote like the one from Miu Miu’s fall 2013 lineup, proved to be just a chic, albeit more roomy. Nothing beats a supersized tote for fall to keep all your essentials in tow
Shop: J.Crew tote, $325
