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Metallic handbags for fall 2014

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Metallic handbags have been a classic mainstay in the world of handbags over the past several years. Despite their place as a modern classic, metallic handbags have exploded for fall 2014; and are proving to be one of the most important handbag trends of the seasons.

Spotted on the runways in New York, Paris, Milan and London, metallic handbags are taking the streets by storm. Every metallic hue has been seen including silver, pewter, gold and metallic versions of every color on the rainbow. Metallic hues are being spotted on mini, small, medium and large handbags; although medium is usually the largest handbag one would want to be metallic; for good taste purposes 😉

The metallic handbag is a fresh way to wear a neutral purse this fall season. Metallic hues blend well with almost any color palette and can be worn from day to day. Smaller metallic bags can easily transition into evening and can instantly dress up a pair of jeans.

There is also a trend towards simple, understated handbags. While metallic bags are not understated due to their shiny and eye-catching appearance, the style of the handbag this fall season is in theme with the trend towards simplicity. When shopping for a metallic handbag, look for clean lines, not a lot of hardware and simplicity.

I found a few metallic handbags around the web which fit perfectly into fall 2014’s metallic handbag trend and assembled them into the shopping widget below. For vegan styles, please visit JillMilan.com.

Backpacks for fall 2014

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Fall 2014 is fast approaching and one of the continuing trends in handbags is the backpack. Like the early to mid-1990’s, backpacks have taken over as the urban-cool alternative to the handbag. Fashionistas on the streets are being spotted in both medium and small versions of the backpack in various shades of black, blue, pink, brown and more!

Backpacks for fall 2014 are an easy, hands-free alternative to a handbag. While cross body bags are a staple for a fuss-free, small, hands-free handbag, the backpack is the current staple for a fuss-free, roomy, hands-free handbag. Backpacks are being shown in several styles for fall 2014 including single strap versions, convertible versions, drawstring versions and of course, traditional silhouettes.

The backpack was shown on the runways for fall 2014 in New York, Paris, Milan and London as the urban-cool alternative to a handbag for casual looks. The street took to the trend when it reemerged on the runways in 2012 and has gained momentum as the preferred casual carry-all of the moment. 

There are backpacks on the market for fall 2014 in several fabrications including vegan leather, nylon, canvas, leather and exotic skins. I found a few fabulous backpacks for the fall 2014 season around the web and assembled them into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them! What are your thoughts on the 1990’s backpack trend returning? 

Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉

Mini satchels for fall 2014

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The mini satchel has been a hot handbag style both on the runway and on the street over the past few seasons. For fall 2014, the mini satchel is showing no sign of slowing down as one of the most important handbag styles of the season. For fall 2014, mini satchels are being shown in fall’s dark color palette as well as classic red and cobalt blue. In addition to flat colors, metallic hues are also hot for the autumn season.

Mini satchels are an easy handbag style to wear. Although they are small in size and big on style, mini satchels have proved to be functional too! Mini satchels, although small in appearance to the naked eye, are actually quite roomy. The boxy nature of mini satchels allows for a larger interior space than seen on other mini bag styles. This allows wearers to carry a wallet, glasses case, phone and other essentials comfortably inside of their handbag. What better way to “downsize!”

The other amazing quality mini satchels carry is their versatility. Mini satchels can be worn with casual attire or work attire; as long as carrying around a laptop is not required 😉 Mini satchels in dark colors or dark metallic hues can also be carried as an alternate to an evening bag for evening events; excluding formal and gala events of course.

I found a few fabulous mini satchels for the fall 2014 season around the web and assembled them into the shopping widget below. I hope you love them! Happy shopping, and stay fabulous 😉