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They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but handbags are the real MVPs. What else holds your wallet, phone, lipgloss and adds the finishing touch to any outfit?

Whether you’re heading to the office, a formal event (ahem, a summer wedding), or even to the gym, you’re bound to have a handbag at your side.

We’ve asked our Style Panel to showcase their favourite handbags. From beaded vintage bags to free-spirited crossbodies to structured satchels, our Style Panel’s got you covered. Flip through for the best handbag styling tips and inspo.

Question 161: How do you style your handbag? Read the answers now! »

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Neguine Boustantchi
Toronto | Persian Brunette

I always tend to fall in love with black bags as they are timelessly elegant and can be worn whenever with whatever. My favourite bag of the season is Nano Sac de Jour by Saint Laurent. I am obsessed with its classic shape and how practical the size is.

During the day, I find myself wearing simple and comfortable pieces like this little black dress from F21, duster coat from Zara and Balenciaga-esque ankle boots from Maje. What I love about this kind of outfits is that I just have to switch the boots with classic black pumps and the coat with a tailored blazer to go out at night. For the bag, you already know which one I will choose.

Neguine’s wearing: Dress, Forever 21. Coat, Zara. Boots, Maje. Bag, Saint Laurent.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mikayla Kuehn
Toronto | MAK Style

My go-to bag has to be this black Celine inspired cross body from DAILYLOOK. I am a broke college student, so the faux Celine will have to do (for now). It goes with everything and I think it looks adorable with this cute little pom-pom keychain I put on it. As for my outfit, I am wearing this black turtleneck tank top with a leather jacket draped over my shoulders for daytime. I also have a pair of distressed boyfriend jeans on to make the look more relaxed in contrast to my pink satin heels. To take this look from day to night, I would put on the leather jacket to wear over my outfit, ditch the sunglasses, and tie my hair up to show off a pair of statement earrings and my bold, dark red lip.

Mikayla’s wearing: Tank Top, H&M. Jacket, Ardene. Denim, Forever 21. Bag, DAILYLOOK. Shoes, Betsey Johnson. Sunglasses, Calico.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adrienne Naval
Toronto | Adrienne Naval

For me, crossbody bags are always my go-to handbag. The one I’m wearing in the photo surprisingly fits way more than you’d think. Also, if you’re going to take this bag from day to night, crossbody is the best option because you don’t want to be lugging around a huge tote bag the whole night! I love structured bags because I think they are chic and can totally go from day to night without any extra effort needed. My bag also has a longer strap that you can take on and off which I find very useful if you want to have a small shoulder bag instead of a crossbody for night time!

Adrienne’s wearing: Top, American Eagle. Pants, Topshop. Shoes, Converse. Necklace and Bracelet, Cherry Pick. Bag, Topshop.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Carleton Eckhardt
Toronto | Carleton Eckhardt

Being on the go I prefer an oversized bag that will hold all my essentials. This particular style is my personal pick because it’s stylish, lightweight and holds all my necessities including my camera, clothes, shoes and makeup. Something like this the perfect accessory to get me through a busy day.

Carleton’s wearing: Bag, Wish List YYZ. Top, Brandy Melville. Jeans, Zara. Sunglasses, The Manor Salon.