The handbag is the most important accessory in your wardrobe. In choosing a handbag, purchase a neutral shade or multicolored that will go most of your wardrobe. It doesn’t have to match each of your outfit but there should be some coordination. The style and the size is your choice as long as it will carry what you need.

Leather bags in tan, black, brown are good for day time use. A small simple silk envelope bag is best for evening affairs. Purchase the best handbag you can find. You’ll be using it several times, so it should last long.

Find one with two separate compartments. At least one of the compartments should have security closures. Some things that you put inside your handbags are lipstick, compact powder with mirror, wallet, keys, brush, eye shadow, mascara, eye liner, tissues, sewing kit with small scissors and mini pill box. Never carry loose powder in your handbag.

When using a tote bag, it should be simple and light weight. They are good in carry extra things you need. In keeping the contents accessible, you can separate then in a zipper top plastic bag. There are nice tote bags you can purchase for summer use. The pretty, nice baskets with shoulder straps or handles are available in most stores.