Purses

[PamNY]

First, you need to stop worrying about being out of fashion -- or thinking about fashion at all, really. Use your own judgement about what suits you personally and what has visual appeal.

I do think Muirenn's advice about proportion makes sense.

I have used tiny bags with a shoulder strap for dressy events, but you have to make sure the strap looks okay with your outfit and will stay on your shoulder.

If you have access to high-end thrift or consignment stores, purse/tote bargains abound.

[Brandi]

First, you need to stop worrying about being out of fashion -- or thinking about fashion at all, really. Use your own judgement about what suits you personally and what has visual appeal.

I do think Muirenn's advice about proportion makes sense.

I have used tiny bags with a shoulder strap for dressy events, but you have to make sure the strap looks okay with your outfit and will stay on your shoulder.

If you have access to high-end thrift or consignment stores, purse/tote bargains abound.

I agree! My sister gave me a Le sportsac (spelling?) a couple years ago and every single day people say how cute it is. It is a smallish purse with russian stacking dolls all over it. Why people like it so much not sure. It is pefect for me. Holds my wallet,phone, chapstick and a very small bottle of asprin. Oh and a good luck charm