Number Two

This is perhaps my favorite piece on the Top Ten. I love handbags. I don't mean just merely admire or perhaps have a passing fancy for them. Oh no. I covet a well-made bag. I remember reading an article in Vogue or some other fashion magazine years ago about Iman. She said that her husband, David Bowie, bought her a Kelly bag for her birthday. I knew then I needed a David Bowie in my life.



The rules:
1- A well made black handbag is the most important accessory a woman can own. Period.
2- Differentiation needs to be paid between your day purse and your night purse.
3- A classic bag (like the ones pictured) will never go out of style. This is true for everything in fashion but especially so for handbags.
4- This is a small detail but I abide by it carefully: Match your hardware on your purse with your jewelry. I won't wear silver jewelry with a bag that has gold hardware.
5- Now here is probably where you want to spend the most on a single item. A quality handbag will last you years (if not a lifetime).
6- If you are purchasing a good quality handbag and don't have an entire purse budget, practicality does need to play into your decision. Neutral tones are the most versatile.
7- It's okay to use the same bag every day (not night, see rule 2). I have dozens but I always use the same one it seems. I love that bag.
8- Different purses should be used for different seasons.
9- This is a rule I should have included with shoes: I do not find it acceptable when women wear black shoes (and/or belt) and then use a brown bag. NO!



I know those were a bit lengthy but it's a topic I'm passionate about. I think I'll do some more amendments to the handbag list but I'll give it some time. I'm anxious for Number One!

Photo sources:
here, here, and here

PS- I find it an opportune moment to say that Yes, I am one of those women who changes her purse three or four times a day.