Today the bag is not only where the necessary things are put. The bag is an important part of the wardrobe, and finding your model is not as simple as it seems at first glance. Fortunately, the 2017-2018 season offers options for a wide variety of shapes, colors, sizes and materials, so that everyone can choose something for their taste.
Spring-Summer Trends
Spring and summer is a time when you want something unusual, bright, bold and positive. Designers know how to set any mood, but this season they have surpassed themselves - the fashion has not yet seen such an abundance of colors, shapes, sizes, textures, accessories. It can be said that almost any choice will be the trend of the season. But we consider the three main trends of the spring-summer collection.
The first accessory that is worth paying attention to is a bag in the style of a patchwork. In other words, patchwork is patchwork. Such models look very interesting, but it is important to remember that they will not be appropriate everywhere. If the new collections do not like anything, it does not matter - there are many sewing patterns on the Internet, so being trendy is inexpensive.
Another type of fashionable needlework this season is knitted bags. They perfectly complement the daily look, and even a simple white T-shirt and jeans will play in a new way.
Bags with perforation - this is the perfect solution for trips to nature and the beach. Due to the small “airflow”, you can not worry about the state of wet towels on the way home. Such “holes” make the model easy and airy, and its owner seems ready to go on a romantic trip at any time.
Should not be ignored and bags-bags. They are comfortable, roomy and do not attract too much attention. You can also wear them in different ways - just hold them in your hand, wrapping the strap around your wrist, or traditionally - holding the handle. If not only convenience is important, but also style, then again, all sorts of accessories will help, search for interesting fittings, forms and non-standard material.
In the summer, girls prefer light, flowing materials of skirts and blouses, delicate pastel scales, draperies, and in order not to become a little cloud and fly away, fashion houses decided to play in contrasts and propose to such silhouettes the average sizes of rigid rectangular shapes of bright colors. This contrast is pleasing to the eye and gives the image completeness and integrity. The most stylish option is a small chest with a bright finish, decorated with sequins, rhinestones or metal fittings.
Stylish autumn-winter models
Winter bags must be tough so as not to lose shape, or large so as not to get lost against the background of bulky warm clothing that is usually worn in winter. In the fall, floral prints and fringe will still be appropriate, but with the onset of cold weather it is better to refuse them.
Also, one should not pay attention to dark models - in winter there is a lot of dark - jackets are dark, boots are dark, hats are dark - even though at the expense of bags a joyful New Year's mood is created. But the material can be any, depends on individual preferences. A small note to fans of lacquer bags - in the cold they can crack, so it is better to have a separate thing for such cases.
Recently, the streets are increasingly seen on the bags of various chains and pendants, but the main addition to the main design this season is the fringe.Designers Cenzo, Prada, Giorgio Armani included it in all collections - youth, business, even men. It goes well with both plain fabrics and clothing with a complex pattern. A bag with a fringe adds a liveliness, spontaneity and lightness to the image - what a woman needs.
Floral motifs in the fall will not get bored in cold weather. A bright accent with this design will dilute the gray working days of dark coats, boots and umbrellas. The best way to extend the summer is to get a bag with a floral print.
Clutch is something that will never go out of style. A variety of materials, shapes, colors will be able to complement any evening dress, and a small size is enough to take all the essentials (some cosmetics, phone, wallet, keys, tickets) and at the same time not make the image heavier. Ideal for an evening out.
However, if you are going not for a date, but, for example, in a store or in the countryside, then you cannot do without a bag-bag - another trend of the season. Practical and roomy model will replace the bag ordinary and will be in trend in the most everyday situations.
And for those who, on the contrary, need free hands (for example, on a walk with children), designers offer a messenger bag. She, like the clutch, will allow you to take with you the most necessary things, and at the same time will not hamper movements. Actual models are small bags on a long chain. They can be worn on one shoulder, or thrown over the shoulder (the so-called cross-body). This is not always convenient, since you can rub the skin with a chain, but even here the fashion went to meet people and combined style and comfort - options with leather inserts in the chain appeared.
For business women occupying a high position in any organization, there is a very convenient model - a briefcase. This is a business bag, most often made of hard leather, which will not lose its shape and attractiveness as soon as it is placed on the table or on the floor. Everything that a modern office worker needs, such as a tablet, documents, a diary, will fit into it. The portfolio is able to make even the simplest business suit stylish, so this purchase will definitely not be superfluous.
Size and shape
This season, at the same time, two opposite trends are observed - in the fashion both very small and very large bags. Models of medium size are also present in many collections, so you can safely choose any size.
The only thing you should pay attention to when choosing a size is respect for proportions. A large body girl will look as small as a tiny girl with a huge shopper with a small handbag. If you keep this in mind, the bag will never put it in a bad light.
The shape of the bag can also be different - this season we are offered an abundance of trends. Attracts attention to geometric shapes - rectangular bags, boxes, rounded models in the shape of a triangle, trapezoid, cylinder. Always in fashion clutches, messengers, backpacks.
Bags of strict forms well complement the airy summer look, and bags and backpacks tint classic suits - in a trend play on contrasts
Fabrics
The materials from which the designers offer models of bags of this year are striking in their diversity. The classic version is a reptile leather bag that is suitable for business women and will be an indicator of good taste for them.
Artificial leather is a good budget option that will also allow you to stay on the crest of a fashionable wave. Of course, they are not so high-quality and, probably, will serve less and lose their presentable appearance faster, but for wearing for every day is a good decision.
The novelty of the season is to pick up a bag, the fabric of which will fully correspond to the fabric of which the clothes are made. Of course, not every color is suitable for every day, but, having appeared in such a dress, it will be difficult to go unnoticed.
Lacquer bags have long been on the podium, and it is no coincidence - they are able to refresh, make any image bright and elegant.Just do not wear them in winter at a temperature below ten degrees, otherwise the varnish may crack.
The most unusual new trend is products made of fur. Skirts, dresses, shoes made of fur or trimmed have already become fashionable, and now it’s time for bags. They can be either fully fur or with fur inserts. Such a warm pillow in your hand today is a sign of style. A more discreet option - a fur keychain for a bag.
Color solutions
The main thing to remember when choosing the color of the bag - it does not necessarily have to be combined with the color of the shoe. For example, taking a yellow bag, you can not wear yellow sandals, do not paint your nails in yellow, do not wear a yellow belt or tie a yellow bow to your head - it is an accent in itself, and you shouldn’t tie it to anything.
It is believed that the wardrobe should have two bags - white for summer, black for winter. But stylists advise not to follow this rule, but to choose one universal model of gray, gray-brown colors and their shades. This color fits any dress and looks very stylish.
Dark brown or blue colors are more suitable for work, as they do not take on too much attention, unlike the same yellow. The detail that you should also pay attention to is the color of the lining, because, working with the client, from time to time you need to get documents or a diary from the bag.
The evening look is also complemented by small black handbags - they are out of competition. A bag of this color will suit absolutely any outfit, even if there is no black in it - this is the case when there are no exceptions. Thus, buying, for example, a black clutch, you can be sure that it will not lie on the shelf and wait for the right moment.
The most fashionable colors of this year are white, black, red and metallic. The latter is especially interesting, its brilliance from afar will attract the attention of the public, and the simplest set of clothes will allow to shine. If the gloss is not enough, pay attention to the gasoline coating on silver bags - you can not imagine anything better.
Decor
This season bags can be decorated in a variety of ways. In the fashion - fringe, embroidery, applications, key rings and rhinestones. A stylish solution would be to use labels - brand names, a personal motto, or a favorite saying. Also, without buying a new model, you can breathe a second life into an existing bag with the help of decoration - for those who like to be in fashion without extra money. An unusual solution - decorating the bag under the wallpaper or upholstery for furniture - for the most daring fashionistas.
A new word in the decor - bags in the style of boho. They are trimmed with ruffles and ruffles, which gives the design a special uniqueness and spontaneity.
Fittings
The accessories of the bags are buckles, rings, locks and other metal elements. To date, the trend fittings of two options - gold and silver. It should be chosen on the basis of which jewelry is more in its own arsenal - from yellow gold or white. Compliance with this simple rule will give the owner a good taste. The main thing is that it should not be too much. For example, when picking up a clutch bag on an evening dress on a chain, you should not worry about what pendant to wear - the chain is already there, and there is no need anymore.
Fashion brands
This season, designers have provided a wealth of new ideas and updated classic models. For example, Chanel left the traditional rectangular shape, but at the same time the fabric of the bag almost always coincides with the shades of the fabric of clothing, and the rest is complemented by details - unusual designs, original fasteners or other unusual solution.
A similar trend is visible in Celine and in other collections that claim that the word “classic” expressed in soothing shades and traditional forms is not a synonym for the word “boredom”. It is only necessary to choose a stylish key chain for your handbag (for example, fur charms are now relevant) or to make an interesting handle shape, as it will play with new facets.
Balenciaga offers us bags in a little military style - the absence of golden or silver fittings, rounded corners, the use of various gray-green-brown shades, reminiscent of camouflage colors. This bag is universal, does not make the image heavier and is perfect for every day.
Another trend that fashion houses use is eclectic style. At first glance it may seem that the mixing of styles is the absence of style. But looking at the collection from Loewe, you never say it - bold colors, intricate designs, plenty of jewelry. So that the image in restrained colors does not seem boring, this is an ideal option.
Dior went further and showed a total look - that is, a complete coincidence of the pattern and patterns on the bag and in the clothes. So the bag will be catchy, but not flashy, that will be appreciated by those who like to look unusual, but not vulgar or ridiculous. In order not to have to choose shades and ornaments on their own for a long time, many fashion houses offer to purchase sets at once - for example, a bag comes as an addition to a coat or dress.
Eclecticism this year is closely intertwined with ethnicity. Ethnic models - bright, but at the same time restrained, unusual forms, but neat and suitable for casual style - this is what we see in MiuMiu. Such a bag will set the summer tone for the whole set and indicate the amateur ethnic and country music.
The latest trend is finishing with a variety of belts and the use of bright colors. Deep color is something that lovers of strict classics and those who are looking for non-standard solutions will appreciate. The main thing is that all elements are moderately combined with elements of clothing.
At the last show in Paris, Stella McCartney shared their discovery - bags with nap. Made from velvet fabrics, they will be equally stylish as stand out against expensive fur coats, which will contribute to the length of the pile, and beautifully contrasted due to the texture with smooth fabrics. And bright colors will create a festive atmosphere and will not let you get bored.
The main trend of winter is bags, made in whole or in part with the use of fur. Thanks to natural colors, they are perfect for almost any clothing. If traditional colors seem boring, you can play with the details again and add, say, to a simple beige bag with fur trim in the same shade of a bright belt as the Akris designers did.
For girls who remained little girls in their hearts - bags-toys. They will keep all the necessary things and allow lovers of bears, bunnies and dogs to be at the peak of popularity. The most unusual models can be found in the collections of Dolce & Gabbana and Chanel.
Louis Vuitton is out of competition for the creation of bulky suitcases both with the already familiar logo ornament and with colors for tigers, leopards, lions. And for those who are crazy about this brand, but do not always know what to combine with it, a rigid rectangular model with a minimum of accessories in a classic dark brown color has been produced. Now you can not be afraid that such a high-quality and expensive thing will lie in the distant boxes, because you can combine it with any sets.
But those who like to shock the audience and attract attention to themselves, the designers were able to please. It is unlikely that many, for example, have a bag-reel with gold thread. It is worth paying attention to the collection from UnderCover - here there are bags in the form of a cover from a violin or a clutch glove - an indispensable thing for scattered girls.
The image with Issey Miyake handbags with optical effects will be remembered for a long time. They will not look out of place due to the restrained metallic colors, but seeing her once, it is impossible to take a look.
Stylish images
Handbag becomes one of the central parts of the image, which is paid the most attention. The right model can make up for the shortcomings of the costume and correctly accentuate, refresh or, on the contrary, give restraint.
In this season:
- When choosing a bag, no matter what color it is, the ability to combine colors is useful. The key word is harmony.For example, the blue color goes well with white and black, diluting the classic palette and turning a business image into a more casual one.
- Bright bags are an independent accent and do not require additional combinations for themselves with items of clothing. Now, to complete the image, one bright accessory is enough.
- Double hit - a small bag in the color of the suit, worn on the belt. A discreet and elegant color palette is suitable for any occasion.
- But an example of a knitted bag is simple and at the same time very elegant. A large crochet makes things light, and a delicate light beige color will accentuate even a small tan.
- Bags in the style of total look, which completely repeat the colors and patterns of clothes - a trend that cannot go unnoticed.