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August 14, 2008
post written by Bag Bliss blogger: bRs
Choosing the Right Handbag for Your Body
Picking out a brand new handbag probably leaves us bag lovers with one of the best feelings in the world. When it comes to the selection process, however, many woman don’t take into consideration how the handbag might affect their overall appearance. The truth of the matter is, the wrong handbag can totally break an outfit. But if this is true, then that means the right style handbag can totally make an outfit by drawing attention away from one area and directing it toward another. Pairing the right style of handbag with your body type can be just as flattering as a pair of perfectly-cut jeans.
So which style works best with which body types?
If you are PETITE:
Smaller people can easily become overwhelmed by large handbags. Small to medium shoulder bags are your best bet. If you want to create an illusion of height, then pick a style that is taller than it is wide.
Louis Vuitton Monogram Canvas Eva
If you are TALL and SKINNY:
Don’t have a lot of curves? Try a large, unstructured hobo style. If you prefer a smaller bag, then select on that hits you right at your waist when worn over the shoulder. Both of these will help you create the illusion of a curvier figure.
Maison Martin Margiela Large Leather Sac Bag
If you are PLUS SIZED:
Go for larger, more structured handbags like totes and briefs. A bag that is wider than it is tall will help balance out your figure. Smaller bags should be avoided since they will appear out of proportion when compared to your size.
Tod’s Restyled D-Bag Media
If you are PEAR SHAPED:
Try a smaller bag that fits snugly under your arm. It will help you draw attention away from your hip area and toward your bustline. This will help balance out your figure. Messenger bags and satchels should be avoided since they will cause the eye to move downward.
Fendi Large Patent Baguette
If you are BIG BUSTED:
A large chest will only be emphasized by a handbag that hits you above the waist. Instead, choose a messenger style or handheld satchel. This will help draw the eye downward, away from your bust, and can help balance out your figure.
Louis Vuitton Damier Azur Speedy 30
Now that you know what style of handbag will flatter you the most, you will be able to make more confident decisions when it comes to purchasing a new bag. But wait, what if you absolutely fall in love with a bag that may not suit your body type? Don’t worry! Here at TBF we are all about what makes YOU happy. So as long as the bag makes you feel fabulous, then by all means, wear it with pride!
Find all of the handbags featured here over at eluxury
Source:
Hart, Gill. Choosing the Right Handbag for Your Body. Jan. 29, 2008. Suite101.com.
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This is a great article, that’s for posting it brs. One thing though.. I think that if you are lucky enough to be “TALL and SKINNY” I think you can wear any purse.
I’m flat as a board and I love the speedy!! Is that wrong ( * worried * )
I love these purses.
I couldn’t agree more with your last paragraph.
xo
There’s nothing worse than when a petite teeny girl wears a huge oversized bag, haha. Sorry, but it doesn’t look right
I really want that tod’s purse
Did you see that they are on sale over at eluxury!!
Awesome! Thanks!
Great article brs
Very cool read!!
ps. bellamella, thanks for the sale tip. I’m in need of a tod’s.
I agree. Thanks for posting brs.
This is a great post, I enjoyed reading it.
I think if somebody really likes a bag, then it’s for them. Although, I do agree with Catwalk.. HUGE bags on tiny short petite girls does not look good or flattering.
I want that Maison Martin Margiela Large Leather Sac Bag, but it’s so expensive. Wasn’t it on sale a short time ago?
I love the Eva, but I feel like I can’t wear it as a should purse. It just looks off on me, I guess. Looks much better as a clutch!
I love the speedy. Mine is a 25, because if I wear the 30 it looks huge on me (I’m 5′1″.. 12 years old but hoping for a growth spirt). And the 35 looks like an overnight duffle, haha.
That red tods caught my attention. Beautiful
Looking for a fall bag that is black or darker new color.. older and needing sophisticated.
Great Site.. Thanks
Very informative!
I hate spotting a petite girl holding a bag bigger than she is. It especially irritates me when i see a plus sized woman choking their arm with a super tiny purse. Not cool.
I love huge bags, the bigger the better! I don’t think you dislike the big bag on the petite girl, I think you just don’t like the petite
I’m a curvy petite short girl and I love my speedy 25 just as much as my no name huge bag 
girl
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Cool post, bRS!!!
Thanks Jess! It was one of Jennifer's special post ideas. I think it turned out good though. ^_^
Very interesting post brs!
Fabulous post bRs