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Handbag Trends for Spring & Summer 2010

Handbag trends for this spring and summer season are more wearable (practical) and affordable. Not every handbag is huge in size this season. There are a number of size options appearing in the stores to choose from. As far as trends this season the medium-size bag is Hot. Straps across the body are also strong (my favorite style).  To keep prices down retailers are offering a number of nonleather (nylon, microfiber, etc) handbags and accessories to select from.

During the warmer months it's fun to have a lightweight, colorful and slightly casual handbag. If you don't have a colored leather handbag add one now.  For daytime casual try and find a multicolored or straw bag to wear almost everywhere with as many things as possible.

                                      Casual Choices

                     

         Nylon
Handbag         Straw Handbag               Nylon Handbag

Just about anything goes today. Remember when choosing a handbag it should be in proportion to your size. Your basic handbag (100% leather bag with clean simple lines; elegant and understated) is always" in style."



Patent Leather Clutch




Elegant Classic Bag With Clean & Simple Lines

Colors For Spring & Summer
2010


Hues of Aqua Blue, Vibrant Pastels, Fresh Neutrals and Edgy Metallics


Leather

Feminine and Functional Yet Sophisticated



Florals Bag
Spring Favorite



Metallic