Fashion can sometimes be unfairly seen as a trivial affair. Whilst it may be superficial in that it is what sits on the outside, the power of the right outfit can change a mood, an encounter or even the way you feel about an event. What’s inside should always matter, but sometimes, if the outside doesn’t properly reflect you, then the inside might not come out to shine in the right ways.
Choosing an outfit is difficult enough in itself and what can add to the challenge is selecting the right accessories. Accessories have the tendency to make or break a look, so it’s essential to get them right. Bags, jewellery, shoes, headwear, sunglasses, jackets – all of these play a part in your appearance overall, so need to work together.
When you start looking into the categories, you’ll see there are so many types too. When browsing you’ll find handbags, crossbody bags, rucksacks and clutch bags for sale, so how do you choose? In the past, clutch bags were mostly glitzy, dainty affairs reserved for evening use only. Nowadays they can be used across a whole host of functions. We’ve put together these reasons why having the right clutch bag to go with your dress is very important. Read on the following to find out what they are...
Carrying your essentials
The most obvious reason for having any kind of bag is to carry the things you need for where you’re going. But functional doesn’t have to mean frumpy, and now you can choose different styles and sizes to house the things you need – phones can sometimes fill a smaller one! Make sure you get one which will suit your needs aesthetically but functionally too.
Adding an extra dimension to your outfit
Bags do get noticed, whether it be as a standalone item or as part of your overall look, so choosing one to ‘go’ is imperative. That doesn’t have to mean it matches perfectly; in fact, it could work in direct contrast to add an extra dimension to your outfit, which will instantly elevate it beyond the norm.
Talking point with people
We’ve already said that bags do get noticed and if you get a real statement piece, it will attract others to comment. This could act as an ice breaker to talk to new people, could give you a boost as random strangers compliment you. It could mean that your friends ask where you shop, so they get equally impressive items that upgrade their outfits too.
A barrier for under-confidence
Depending on your personality type or even the event you are attending, confidence could be an issue. If this is the case, then a bag can work as a bit of a barrier against the world. Holding it in front of you can project an image of ‘do not disturb’ thus protecting you from intrusion. It can also provide a distraction for you to look through if you are left alone for any period of time. It can be a great tool.
All in all, the right clutch can make or break your outfit, but it has many more uses than just that. Choose the right one wisely, and you won’t regret it!
