The Chicest Way to Wear a Statement Bag

If you’ve been following all our fashion week coverage from New York to London and Milan, you know statement bags come in all shapes, styles, and colors, from Gucci’s rich embroidered butterfly-printed handbags to Prada’s fur-lined totes (exhibited above) to the duck-printed mini bags at Coach. Owning a statement bag can either elevate your look or break it, depending on how you style it.

Ahead, we’re going to take a closer look at how to wear a bright, colorful statement bag that will not only enhance your outfit but also make it memorable.

Take for example Prada’s Esplanade Bag — featuring a bright, sunny yellow and baby sky blue color palette with triangular decorative embroidery across the trim.

When you have a statement bag, you want to make sure your outfit’s colors and patterns don’t interfere too much, either remaining neutral or complementing the bag’s colors. Start with a beige modern-style trench coat like this version from Cuyana. It bears the same classy feel as the bag — without conflicting with the bag’s design or color.

Next, you can go in multiple directions — a dress, top, and skirt combo, say, or a blouse with jeans. We’re going to go with the latter. For the blouse, choose something that is a classic silhouette, with a subtle surprise. This button-up shirt from La Ligne is perfect for it’s simplicity in design, yet with a modern twist in the black placket alongside the white cuffs and collar.

To complement the black placket, we suggest choosing a pair of black skinny jeans like this pair from Levi’s. They have a slight vintage feel that can be dressed up or down.

Keep your footwear in the same vein as the above. This black-and-white modern-style shoe from Pierre Hardy seamlessly bridges the gap between the color-blocked bag and your outfit.

And lastly, for accessories — simple is always better. Choose jewelry in a neutral shade like gold or silver. This pair of artful earrings from Brooklyn-based jewelry designer Odette New York is the perfect addition.

And that’s how you wear a statement bag with style!

The next time you’re thinking about buying a statement bag or haven’t had the courage to actually use the one sitting in your closet this whole time — just follow these simple tips and you’ll be surprised how easy it is. Make sure to read about our other statement how-to’s from shirts to shoes and more.

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