With the holidays just around the corner, or perhaps a birthday, Mother’s Day, or another reason to give her a gift, many men will begin their hunt. It’s important for them to realize that they just can’t go wrong with the right bag. Here are some tips for choosing the right brand, style and most so that she is completely delighted with your gift.
Set a budget
It is good to know the price range of a good women’s handbag. In this way, the buyer will not be surprised when he sees how much they are. Expect the high-end bags to range from as low as $ 20 (glee) to $ 1,000 and up (ouch!). It is important to establish a budget before shopping for a bag so that you can determine the brand and quality. Remember though, you get what you pay for and that is very true when it comes to women’s handbags.
Made of quality
The best women’s bags are made with fine leathers from around the world and are even hand-sewn to perfection. Relating them to a bespoke men’s suit, craftsmanship is what sets them apart from the rest. The elegant eyelets and the type of calfskin play in the details of what makes a bag exclusive or not. Those that are not massively marketed are the most coveted.
Here’s a breakdown of popular brands and typical prices to expect:
LOWEST PRICE (UNDER $ 250):
• Joe Fresh Style
• DKNY
• Roots Canada
• Juicy Couture
• Jeanne Lottie
MIDDLE RANGE (LESS THAN $ 500):
• Coach
• Marc Jacobs
• Cole Haan
• Michael Kors
• Tory Burch
MOST EXPENSIVE ($ 800 AND MORE):
• Balenciaga
• Valentino
• Tod’s
• Lanvin
• Hermès
As everyone can see, there are several women’s handbags on the market. They all vary in terms of functionality and construction. While two of these bags may appear similar when looking at them, each is different when it comes to purpose.
It is smart for the buyer to consider what type of woman they are looking for. How is your lifestyle? Where do you go daily? Is it outdoors? Do you spend a lot of time in an office? There are so many styles of bags available and they come in a variety of shapes. These are the basic types so that when you hit the stores you know what to order.
TOTE: The tote is a casual bag with straps or handles. The top is fully open, but may have a latch or clasp in the middle.
HOBO BAG: The Hobo bag is typically a crescent shaped shoulder bag. It doesn’t have a lot of structure at all.
DUFFLE: The duffle is a high shoulder bag. It usually has a wider opening at the top.
CLUTCH: A clutch is a small handbag that goes well with nightwear.
SATCHEL: A large tote bag.
BAGUETTE: A bag that looks a lot like bread; long and rounded.
MESSENGER: A large, soft shoulder bag with long straps (often worn across the body).