Yes, the right bag can help take a few pounds off you or add some needed visual shape to your body. So, choosing THE bag is the key to great confidence and, of course, an utterly-butterly look. Usually, choosing a bag shape that’s opposite to your body type creates some magic. Nevertheless, here’re a few grab-worthy tips from an expert -
Pondicherry-based, international fashion brand Hidesign:
Large body? Small bags are a no-no.
“Small bags (like Iris-02 and Kadinsky-01) look cute but only on petite frames. If you’re large, avoid really small bags as they might make you look larger than you actually are.” Woo! Now, isn’t that an eye-opener, especially if you’ve always loved teeny-weenie bags to bits?
Big overall? Offset with big bags!
“Large and oversized bags (like Mughetto-02, Orchid-side or Rembrandt) work well if you’ve a large build as they balance you off on the whole and take the focus.” Remember, adding interesting accessories to your look swallows any unwanted attention to the body areas you want to conceal.
Pondicherry-based, international fashion brand Hidesign:
Large body? Small bags are a no-no.
“Small bags (like Iris-02 and Kadinsky-01) look cute but only on petite frames. If you’re large, avoid really small bags as they might make you look larger than you actually are.” Woo! Now, isn’t that an eye-opener, especially if you’ve always loved teeny-weenie bags to bits?
Big overall? Offset with big bags!
“Large and oversized bags (like Mughetto-02, Orchid-side or Rembrandt) work well if you’ve a large build as they balance you off on the whole and take the focus.” Remember, adding interesting accessories to your look swallows any unwanted attention to the body areas you want to conceal.
Short legs? Steer away from flat bags.
“Flat bags and vertical bags (like Tulip-02 or Vanvitelli-02) stay closer to the body and give you a slender and taller look. Stay away from these bags if your legs are shorter in proportion to your torso.” Measure your torso-leg ratio. Ideally, leg length is supposed to be half your height. If this proportion is slightly off, go for a saddle bag or any classic shape.
Medium built? Horizontal totes are saviours.
“Horizontal totes (like Lily-02 or Warhol-02) are popular as they create an illusion of a cross (the geometrical shape) and create a feeling of length. This is a style that works for most people.” Most horizontal totes fall at the mid-torso, which’s a flattering position/level for the viewer.
Fuller hips? Avoid slings and cross-body bags.
“They (for instance Monet-01) are great for a casual, about-the-city look. These don’t work if you’ve fuller hips as they make you look larger and shorter than you actually are.” Choose a bag that ends at the upper torso (or under your arm). Anything that falls below could be a fashion disaster.
Love shapeless shapes? Steer away from soft bags.
“Slouchy and soft bags (Violet-03 and Fiori-02 side) look great when your ensemble consists of semi-structured or fitted garments. Soft bags clubbed with draped or wobbly garments end up looking messy.” Contrasting and balancing shape, line and colour prudently is the key to achieving a great look.
Busty? Avoid bags with short handles (err… this one is Femina’s ‘add-on’ tip)
Usually, bags with short to very short handles end up being very close to the chest area, which attracts unnecessary attention to the bust line. If you must, carry your bag on your arm or clutch it in your hands instead of tucking it under your arm. A fab alternative: Carry a bag with longer handles or straps that can pull the gaze away from your shoulders and bust.
Confused? Clutches or grab-handle bags are good.
“Both these styles (check Lily and Queen) work for almost all body types. Play with contrast colours and textures to create interest.” Most looks in your wardrobe can be upped with these bags. A secret: A clutch distracts attention away from any body part!
Suzanne Roshan’s Photograph: Yogen Shah
“Flat bags and vertical bags (like Tulip-02 or Vanvitelli-02) stay closer to the body and give you a slender and taller look. Stay away from these bags if your legs are shorter in proportion to your torso.” Measure your torso-leg ratio. Ideally, leg length is supposed to be half your height. If this proportion is slightly off, go for a saddle bag or any classic shape.
Medium built? Horizontal totes are saviours.
“Horizontal totes (like Lily-02 or Warhol-02) are popular as they create an illusion of a cross (the geometrical shape) and create a feeling of length. This is a style that works for most people.” Most horizontal totes fall at the mid-torso, which’s a flattering position/level for the viewer.
Fuller hips? Avoid slings and cross-body bags.
“They (for instance Monet-01) are great for a casual, about-the-city look. These don’t work if you’ve fuller hips as they make you look larger and shorter than you actually are.” Choose a bag that ends at the upper torso (or under your arm). Anything that falls below could be a fashion disaster.
Love shapeless shapes? Steer away from soft bags.
“Slouchy and soft bags (Violet-03 and Fiori-02 side) look great when your ensemble consists of semi-structured or fitted garments. Soft bags clubbed with draped or wobbly garments end up looking messy.” Contrasting and balancing shape, line and colour prudently is the key to achieving a great look.
Busty? Avoid bags with short handles (err… this one is Femina’s ‘add-on’ tip)
Usually, bags with short to very short handles end up being very close to the chest area, which attracts unnecessary attention to the bust line. If you must, carry your bag on your arm or clutch it in your hands instead of tucking it under your arm. A fab alternative: Carry a bag with longer handles or straps that can pull the gaze away from your shoulders and bust.
Confused? Clutches or grab-handle bags are good.
“Both these styles (check Lily and Queen) work for almost all body types. Play with contrast colours and textures to create interest.” Most looks in your wardrobe can be upped with these bags. A secret: A clutch distracts attention away from any body part!
Suzanne Roshan’s Photograph: Yogen Shah
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