How to Pick a Handbag for Your Body Type

How to Pick a Handbag for Your Body Type



Finding the perfect handbag is much easier when you narrow down your choices to what will complement your body type best. Whether you're petite and skinny or athletic and muscular, you need to find a bag that helps balance out your look and pulls together your ensemble with ease. Here's what you need to know for picking the right handbag for your body type.







Things You'll Need:





Fashion catalogs and magazines



A list of key colors from this season's closet



An open mind









Step
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Determine your body type and accept your figure flaws. In order to balance out your look with the right bag, you'll need to accept your body shape, size, and overall look. You will be choosing a bag to draw attention away from your flaw and draw attention TO the best parts of your body.




Step
2



Choose a messenger bag if to draw attention away from your upper body. Since messenger bags sit at your hips and lower waist, you can draw attention away from large arms, an extra-large bust or even a large midsection.




Step
3



Choose a bag that tucks under your arm if you have large hips. Any bag that sits just above your natural waist will draw attention upward.




Step
4



Pick an oversized bag to add bulk. If you're super-tall and skinny, an oversized bag is the perfect match. Avoid these bags if you're overweight or plus size.




Step
5



Pick a hobo bag if you have a large midsection or large hips. Medium size hobo bags are your best option for balancing out a fuller figure, and are one of the most versatile handbags available.




Step
6



Choose a miniature bag if you're petite. If you have a smaller frame or are shorter than most women, pick a bag that complements your features. Avoid oversized bags that can make you look childish, and reach for smaller and medium-sized bags that won't look out of place.







Tips & Warnings









Stay ahead of the trends with one or two in-season pieces to balance out your wardrobe.








Don't be afraid to invest in a designer handbag if you've found the perfect match!








Don't forget, you can always reach for a clutch if you don't know what to complement your outfit with.








Avoid investing in a designer handbag you'll only use once or twice; look for something that's versatile and can last you throughout the season.



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