Saturday, August 13, 2011

Top Tips To Sourcing Designer Inspired Handbags

By Eleanor Thompson


The ability to stay on trend without the couture price tag sees many searching for designer inspired handbags. There is an art to finding well-made, quality items though. Read on, take note and you will be week armed in your shopping hunt.

A keen eye, knowledge of the latest trends, and being selective will allow you to find a well designed, on trend bag at an affordable price. Ensure you are up-to-date on recent designer releases. Browse a few copies of popular fashion magazines, Google your favourite celebrity or window shop the department store near you, but take the time to make sure you know where this season's trends are heading before you begin your hunt. You need to decide if what you are looking for is a lasting handbag, that beloved accessory that sees you through many a season, or a one off piece to meet the current trends.

Scrutinize your purchase. The finer details such as lining, material, stitching and clasps are the difference between a lasting bag that will be on your arm through several seasons, or a one season item. Take the time to inspect your possible bag to ensure it would hold up to a style savvy eye.

Patterning and embossed logos are a mark of couture labels. These are beautiful in high end designs, but do not translate well into replicas. An accessory sporting a poorly replicated pattern will destroy even the most on trend, style savvy outfit. Golden rule, if you can't afford the original steer clear of replica logos.

Finally, the same principle applies whether you are shopping for a couture handbag or a bag with a little designer inspiration; you get what you pay for. One off trends are easily followed with a quick and cheap knock-off, while lasting trends deserve your hard-earned cash. Again be sure to know what it is you are searching for and spend your money according to how long you intend this purchase to last you.

Take into consideration price, materials, current trends and your own needs or wants before you hand over your money. Lasting styles such as a slouch shoulder bag with quality finishing equal money well spent. With these tips in mind, a handbag to be the envy of every fashionista is within your grasp.




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