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IT is all about the extremes of fashion … handbags have gone from over-sized to micro, which means no more shoulder aches for you lovely fashionistas.
Another positive element about this trend is that you can pick up a designer bag now for much less. Saks Fifth Avenue, for example, is selling a plethora of these posh petite purses for any occasion.
You can pick up all your favourites from Alexander Wang to Marc by Marc Jacobs for a portion of the full-size price.
A Diane von Furstenberg micro mini crocodile-embossed shoulder bag is selling for BD72.180 and a Rebecca Minkoff adorable bucket bag is on sale for BD69.550 from BD99.350.
Now if you really want to make an impression and have the budget (or your husband does) then the Alexander McQueen Mini Heroin at BD732 will suit you just fine. It is a ‘sparkly spectacle’ that will be the envy of any sophisticated social-circle.
Micro bags also equal ‘micro space’ so you need only fit your essentials like a small wallet, phone, keys and lipstick inside. Celebrities have been seen attaching them to regular-sized handbags as a fashion statement. But, what is the point really?
With this minimalist attitude there will be no more black-hole bottoms that mysteriously sucks in your coins, mobile and make-up. And, don’t tell me you haven’t tried carrying your heels or a three-inch paperback in case you have time to read.
Leave that poor excuse for a suitcase at home and only take the necessities, not the nappies. Baby bags are made for a reason and all ladies deserve a little ‘haute’ help sometimes. You're welcome.
FashionWeekly’s Pick: Michael Kors Selma Mini Saffiano Leather Satchel for BD72.180
