If you are a bag addict like me, you’ll have a huge collection of bags in all shapes, sizes and colours for every occasion and mood. Instead of splurging on the latest designer bag, I choose to invest in high-quality, affordable high-street brands knowing that in a few weeks I will tire of it and start looking around for the next ‘It’ bag!
Some of us wouldn’t think twice about spending a months rent on the latest Louis Vuitton or Prada bag – it’s all about making a statement! What are the hottest but totally affordable bags you’ll be coveting for that upcoming summer wedding or for everyday at the office? I went shopping on the high street to check out the latest bag trends for S/S ’18:
1. Round Handle Tote Bag
The must-have bag shape at the moment, round handle tote bags are literally everywhere! M&S stock a very simple but stylish brown leather circle handle cross body bag for €165. Perfect for every day, it’s compact but ample and can be worn over the shoulder or across the body depending on your outfit.
2. Pastel Bags
Pretty pastel colours in blue and pink are such a hot trend this Spring. At Oasis I spotted this cute day-to-night wardrobe staple for a sweet bargain at only €28. With a gold chain cross-body strap for hands free ease, it’s perfect worn with an all white ensemble of white tee and trousers.
3. Fringe Bags
Release your inner boho chic with this extremely trendy suede fringe duffle bag available in either brown or black for €70 from Next. Perfect for carrying your everyday essentials, it has a drawstring in the middle for extra practicality. It looks great worn with black skinny jeans, leather biker jacket and ankle boots for a casual look.
4. Leopard Print
Always an elegant, timeless and classy look, you can never go wrong with leopard print. This stylish dark brown leopard print bucket bag from River Island has gold chain detail for extra luxury and a slim cross-body strap for practicality. You can wear it with a camel coat and brown knee high boots for a casual look or with a simple, black dress for evening wear.
5. Pom Pom Bag
Pastels and pom poms are the perfect combination and what better way to show off the trend than with this blue and white chain handle pom pom tote bag also from River Island for €60. The cute white faux fur pom pom adds a playful element to what is otherwise quite a classic and understated bag. Perfect for any occasion, this would be ideal combined with a smart black tailored trouser suit to make a statement at the office or a night on the town!
There is plenty of choice on the high-street for each bag addict to indulge their passion this S/S 2018. The perfect bag is out there just waiting to be loved by you!
