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Coach spring 2022 handbags wish list

March 10, 2022 in General Fashion / Handbags / Shopping tagged coach / spring 2022 / wish list by Bay Area Fashionista

Coach spring 2022 handbags wish list from top left: small east/west tote / classic logo tote / soft convertible bag (comes in green and yellow-love!) / small pink satchel / blue cross body bag / green work tote / small brown graphic tote / medium ivory graphic tote /

Coach is having a moment. They have always been a classic and iconic American handbag brand, but their spring 2022 handbag collection is out of this world. Coach has branched out, pushed the envelope, and hit a home run. I am loving it!

Last September, when Coach first showed their spring 2022 collection on the runway, I snapped up an early release of their small Cashin 22 tote. I absolutely adore this bag and enjoy wearing it often. There were several other bags on the runway I spotted, and I am still waiting for a few of those to appear on store shelves. For example, there is a brown version of the Cashin 22 tote I need in my life as well as a purple version. You cannot go wrong with a classic square tote which is small in stature yet large on the inside. Love that!

In addition to the small Cashin 22, Coach has a larger carryall for spring 2022 named the Cashin 32. I am in love with the green version as it will fit daily handbag essentials as well as a laptop. The green offers beautiful color saturation as well as that traditional Coach quality we have all come to love. It’s a clean looking bag and the green hue gives it a little bit of pizzaz. Love!

See that yellow shoulder bag in my collage? It also comes in a minty green. The leather is amazing, and it has two straps, much like my little swinger bag, which makes it quite versatile. I know I will buy one of them, but I am torn on color. It’s a fabulous bag in an edgy color, love that! There are more neutral versions of the bag, but they don’t offer that fun, alternate color cross body strap, only a matching cross body strap. Which is fine. . .but there is something about that fun pink strap. . .

What do you think of the Coach spring 2022 handbag collection? Are you snapping up at least one of the bags?

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XOXO
Cathy

Spring 2022 shoe capsule wardrobe

March 9, 2022 in General Fashion / Shoes tagged capsule wardrobe / shoe capsule / spring 2022 by Bay Area Fashionista

Spring 2022 shoe capsule wardrobe from top left: pointed toe slingbacks / yellow flats / black woven slides / tan loafers / platform sneakers / black mules /

Spring is here, and my spring 2022 shoe capsule wardrobe is complete. This season loafers, slides, slingbacks and sneakers are hot, so I made sure to include these street style trends in my shoe capsule wardrobe for spring 2022.

These black slides have been in my wardrobe for several years. They are broken in, and I occasionally polish them to keep them looking good. While the inside might be a little worn, they are still supportive and comfortable for the spring season. I love an investment shoe!

Street sneakers are still hot for casual looks, so these platform sneakers are still on heavy rotation. I wear them multiples times per week, all year long. They are my go-to shoe and will serve me well in the spring season. If you don’t have a fabulous pair of street sneakers, yet, what are you waiting for? Snap up a pair now!

Flats are perfect for spring since they play well with trousers, power suits, and jeans. I love this fun little yellow pair and my tan pair from last year is still serving me well. I love the chic yet comfy vibe that comes from loafer flats.

Slingbacks are the hottest thing in pumps since, well, pumps! Of course, slingbacks are a classic style in high heels, but for spring 2022 they are little more popular than their classic counterpart with closed heels. If you don’t have a pair of slingbacks, be sure to add one to your closet this season. They’ll take you through spring, summer, and fall. Love that!

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XOXO
Cathy

Handbag capsule wardrobe spring 2022

March 8, 2022 in General Fashion / Handbags tagged bucket bag / capsule wardrobe / clutches / handbag capsule / hobos / satchels / spring 2022 / totes by Bay Area Fashionista

Spring 2022 handbag capsule wardrobe from top left: black Prada hobo / red slouchy hobo / small black convertible handbag / pink bucket bag / small yellow pouch / chocolate brown chain pouch / yellow tote bag (in stock soon, larger version here) / bright blue tote / black top handle bag /

As you know, spring 2022 is all about smaller handbags, and lots of colors! In addition to small and colorful, we are looking at handbag styles for spring 2022 which can be found in many of our closets. The hottest handbag trends for spring 2022 include the bucket, the small tote, top handle bags, the continuation of the pouch and the hobo handbag.

Since I was a huge bucket bag fan seven to eight years ago when the Mansur Gavriel bucket bag reached its insane IT bag status, I knew I had this trend in my closet to shop. While spring 2022 is bringing us new versions of the bucket bag, I prefer to stick with the classic that I already own. I decided for spring 2022, I would pull my pink bucket bag out of the back of my closet. I have found myself reaching for it often already! It’s so easy to wear and has fabulous interior capacity. Plus, the light pink hue freshens up a foggy day and adds a touch of spring to my overall look; even in my workout cloths. haha Mansur Gavriel has a lot of really pretty colors in stock for spring, just in case you didn’t invest in one the first time around. You can see them all here.

The small tote bag is a great returning trend too. I had this blue tote bag in the back of my closet, and it’s still in stores! I love how small tote bags give the illusion of being a small handbag but are actually quite roomy inside. The cross body strap on most small totes comes in handy too. Love that!

This fabulous yellow tote was from Coach’s spring 2022 runway. They released a small batch right during New York Fashion Week, but plan to release more very soon. I will keep you updated for their in-stock return! In the meantime, they do have larger versions of this classic tote online. I love the neutral hues and the green.

The hobo bag and the pouch are continuing to be hot in 2022. So, if you already invested in these two styles, keep wearing them! If you don’t have a hobo yet, you can still invest in one, they will stick around awhile. Love!

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Which handbag styles are you wearing for the spring 2022 season?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

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