I'm afraid it's a fact that most women's body shapes would not suit the flamboyant styles from the fashion cat walk  and you may not be able to walk far in the latest high heels, but this does not follow with accessories. Whether it's a classic or bang on trend handbag, with the right bag you are sorted. "Fatto e finito" as the Italians would say.

Gone are the days when any bag will do. But there is a bewildering, vast range of bags out there, from high end designer to high street and from soft, casual to rigid and structured. So many in fact, it is very easy to be confused.

I personally find a structured top handle grab bag to be more practical, with the addition of a detachable shoulder strap. Even if it is never used, it's so trendy just to let it dangle. On casual days a soft hobo is preferred but you do need to be a bit more organised and use side pockets for your mobile and purse as these can get a little lost as the bag changes shape when put down.

Both handbags, of course need to be stylish, made in excellent quality leather with characteristic detailing that includes gorgeous hardware that sets it apart and exudes quality without being blingy.

On a practical level the size should be large enough but not oversized, have enough room to contain all those essentials a girl needs and the interior if not lined should come with an inner purse. I do like a selection of compartments and pockets both zipped and open. A side zip for valuables, a central dividing compartment and of course an essential mobile phone pouch.

A wise shopper will invest in a classic handbag that is timeless and will not date and go just as well with casual jeans as it does a smart evening dress. Plus purchasing a beautiful handmade bag it will last a lifetime, especially if created by artisans using traditional methods in gorgeous long lasting luxury leather.

So for me it's a structured grab handbag that is a classic shape for most of the time and a soft leather hobo for those casual days. Not too big that it can't be carried by it's top handles, made in sumptuous materials with exquisite detailing, great hardware and lots of internal pockets for all my things and if possible an internal LED light, a brilliant addition by Italian designers Pratesi. Above all, it's about quality, quality, quality, as these are handbags I will use day in and day out and be treasured for many years to come.

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