Accessorizing is the easiest, most inexpensive way to make a style statement.
It’s such an important accessory, and so often overlooked. It’s more visible than your shoes because it’s closer to eye level for everybody to notice.
You don’t need a bag that’s more than 10 x 13 inches unless it’s for business or travel.
It’s not that important or necessary to match every outfit with an exactly matched bag. Actually, it makes you look like you’re trying too hard. Pick a neutral color or a multi-colored bag if you want it to look like it goes with what you’re wearing.
Find a handbag with one or two extra compartments to help you find things.
MATCHING BAG TO BODY
A small bag with a short shoulder strap will slim your hips and butt.
If you want to look less top heavy, let your bag fall at your waist or just below.
Look taller by locating a bag with a contrasting vertical detail.
Choose a bag that falls at the area that you consider your biggest asset, because that’s where you’ll be noticed.
It’s not necessary to carry everything in your purse, and it’s not practical to carry full-sized products. Don’t ever have a bag so big that people ask you what you could possibly have in there.
Wallet
Keys
Breath mints Comb/brush Nail file Tissues
Notebook & pen
A cosmetic bag with these essentials: lipstick (doubles as blush); foundation/powder combo; multi-use pencil for eyes, lips, brows.
DON’T TRY TO CARRY
LOOSE POWDER in your purse unless it’s in a separate container. It just makes a mess.
Consider a wallet’s material first. Nylon is durable, easy to keep clean, and inexpensive.
Leather gets better as it ages. Calfskin is the best leather for wallets.
Light colors stain in any material don’t wear well.
A leather change area is strongest.
Edges should be finished, not frayed.
Check for loose threads.
Test to make sure the metal tops of the wallet "kiss."
Test a zipper by tugging on the outside edges. Make sure it’s strong and stays on track.
STORE YOUR COSMETICS
in a clear pencil case. In this way, you can see everything at a glance without having to dig. Keep a mirror in it, facing outward. Not only will you protect the mirror from getting dirty, but you’ll also be able to see yourself at a glance.