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Handbags are usually the most underrated fashion accessory when it comes to designing a look, but often it is the handbag that has the final say in either making or breaking your style. With prices of handbags rising year after year, it has become important to conduct some research before you purchase one. A good quality handbag should not only last for long enough, but should also suit your everyday requirements and needs. And with the immense number of choices available in stores and online, it can become overwhelming to select an option that truly works for you. To that end, we have conducted some research on our end and bring you some points you should consider before making the final purchase. To know more, read on:

Comfort and Purpose:

The foremost purpose of a handbag is convenience. And your everyday life decides the sort of treatment that your handbag will receive. If you commute to work by walking or using public transport, then you need your handbag to be lightweight and comfortable to carry around for longer periods. In that case, you must ensure that the handbag has a strap or grip that doesn’t tire you out or hurt you.

If you are a frequent shopper, you can probably get the most value out of a cross-over bag that leaves your hands free and doesn’t require much attention. If you work in a corporate office or your work involves a lot of paperwork, you can be better off with a larger bag of high build quality that can accommodate all your documents, electronics, as well as your personal possessions. If, however, you don\'t carry a lot of your personal items, you can easily manage with a smaller handbag that can hold your phone and a few necessities. A strong clasp is also important, to keep your belongings safe as you travel every day. If you drive to work, then these requisites can be relaxed a little.

Size and Shape:

The size and shape go a long way in deciding if the bag will fulfil its intended purpose. As mentioned previously, it should be large enough to carry all your necessary items and has the required number and size of compartments inside. However, for a handbag to complement your look, the shape of your handbag, as a rule of thumb, should be the opposite of that of your body.

If you are slim and tall, choose a stocky handbag with short straps, like a hobo or a clutch. If your body is petite, oversized bags should be avoided. A medium-sized tote bag will rarely fail. If you are plus-sized, a bag with structured edges will usually suit well. When trying out bags, always check out the look from multiple angles and try out all the ways that you can wear them.

Colour:

Classic dark colours like black, brown, navy, beige are ideal for workwear or a formal setting. But you can always experiment with muted shades of more unusual and vibrant colours. Bags for casual wear can sport any colour or pattern, provided you have the outfits to go with them 

Material:

Handbags come in a variety of materials. Canvas and other textiles are common, but the most popular has to be leather. However, leather is slowly losing popularity to vegan leather, which is a cruelty-free and environmentally friendly material. It is an ethical material with the same look and feel as that of animal leather. One such sustainable brand that uses vegan leather to produce vegan handbags is Baula. Baula’s collection of vegan handbags is made using refuse from the fruit farming industry through environmentally friendly processes, therefore making it a truly sustainable brand.

Durability:

When investing in buying a premium handbag, durability is a matter of concern. Some timeless styles do stay in fashion for more than a few seasons, and a sturdy handbag will stay with you through them all.