A good handbag needs to serve two very important functions. Firstly, it needs to be the right size and shape to carry the belongings you are likely to need on a regular basis. Secondly, it should look great. This second point is often the hardest to assimilate, being that for a bag to look truly great it needs to fit in with as many potential outfits as possible and not be confined to just being suitable for a single type of occasion.
To choose the right handbag you will need to give consideration to many different things. There is the material, for one. Not only do you want something that looks great, but also something that is good quality and will last. Leather handbags are usually the best bet as they are durable and equally as suitable for a night out as they are for heading to the office. However, when choosing leather handbags you also have to consider many other practicalities.
The length of the strap is going to be very important. Shoulder handbags are one of the most convenient styles, but having straps that are too long will be awkward when you walk, and having straps that are too small can cause serious discomfort, especially if your bag is likely to be heavy. Shoulder handbags are both very stylish and very practical, so choosing one that is the right size will usually mean that you get the most use out of it as you possibly can.
You also need to consider size. If it is too small it will end up being overstuffed and looking unsightly, but equally a bag that is too big will often look deflated. Finally, make sure it is the right colour. Think about the colours you normally wear and make sure that the bag you buy will compliment as many outfits you have as possible.