Fall Coveting Part 1: Somerset vertical tote
Posted on | August 28, 2007 | 11 Comments
I’m starting to research my fall shopping, and of course this includes bags. I am hoping to get more milage out of my beautiful Kooba bag, but I must admit I have a wandering eye when it comes to this sort of thing. And of late, my eye has landed on the Somerset vertical tote from Banana Republic.
I like that this bag looks very briefcase-ey, and although my interviews are few and far between this would be a good professional bag to be seen with and would hold all sorts of papers and folders etc. I think I’m also starting to tired of the slouchy hobo bag shape, and this one is boxy and structured.
I would wear this bag with a suit and heels, but i think it would also look great with some ripped jeans and a tank top.
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August 29th, 2007 @ 6:43 am
I love that bad, omg. I wish Banana Republic shipped here to New Zealand
August 30th, 2007 @ 1:26 am
Hi. Yes I agree this bag is cool for office and chic enough to carry around during cocktail hour.
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August 31st, 2007 @ 10:09 pm
What a gorgeous bag! I’m now coveting it, as well.
October 11th, 2007 @ 1:38 pm
Tips from a Stylist
Handbag Shape, Size & Proportion
Many women are aware that proportions are very important in fashion for clothes, but did you know they are also important for handbags? The proper bag can actually make you look THINNER! Ok, so now that I have everyone’s attention let’s discuss this burning topic. We are going to run down a list of handbags do’s and don’ts for you.
First, let’s talk about shape. If you are broad woman, that doesn’t necessarily mean fat, you want to think about longer shaped bags. The longer bag will create a longer illusion on the body, balancing outSlouchy Velvet Bag your width. The Velvet Slouchy Bag By Deux Lux is a perfect example of a longer (rather than wider) bag, or a north/south handbag. You could even do something a little more narrow.
For those women who are more narrow and are looking to add a bit of volume to their figure, we suggest a wider, and perhaps fuller bag. Again, the width of the bag will counteract the narrowness Metallic Textured Bag By Deux Luxof your frame. The Metallic Textured Bag by Deux Lux is the type of shape we are referring to or some would call the shape east/west.
Next is proportion, generally speaking EVERYTHING you wear should be proportionate to your body size and stature. Taller and larger women really shouldn’t carry tiny bags. They simply get lost on a larger body. In fact, not only do they get lost, they can make you look larger. It’s kind of like at 5′2, I look MUCH shorter standing next to Magic Johnson than I do next to my Mother! That doesn’t mean you can’t carry a clutch, but we do suggest going for a larger clutch. Handbag designers have truly expanded your options by making clutch of all sizes and particularly oversized ones this season.
For petite, smaller frame, and shorter women, you want to go with a smaller bag. That would seem obvious after the last rule huh? A large or oversized handbag can swallow you up. You certainly don’t have to carry something teeny tiny but don’t go for the largest bag you can find.
Ladies, I am truly sorry if I rained on your parade. I know that you thought handbags one of the few items that fit everybody. However, you still have plenty of options. Next time you shop for a handbag, keep these things in mind. Certainly we are not telling that you can never stray from these rules, they are simply the ideal options.
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October 16th, 2007 @ 1:59 pm
What a great bag! Not only is it stylish, but like you said, it would go great with jeans or a full dress/suit.
I definitely am heading over to Banana Republic to check this out in person!
Thanks for the tip.
-Kate
October 29th, 2007 @ 7:27 pm
Such a beautiful, classic bag! Banana Republic has a lot of great handbags this season.
October 31st, 2007 @ 9:05 pm
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October 31st, 2007 @ 9:12 pm
I agree. A good bag for office.
January 9th, 2008 @ 9:26 pm
Kooba is seriously one of the best bag designers EVER. I have accumulated three Koobas in the last year… my love for them began when I bought my first one on sale at Bleu in LA.
They have tons of great Kooba, Luba J, and many other bags by hot designers….
Guess what their sale (30-75% off) starts Saturday the 19th!!!
January 16th, 2008 @ 2:13 pm
I really like the handbag because of it’s versatility. I really agree with NY/LA Stylist’s post. Many women simply don’t know it, great observation.