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Handbag capsule wardrobe holidays 2021

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Handbag capsule wardrobe holidays 2021 from top left: black pouch (IT bag under $1000) / caramel structured hobo bag (IT bag under $1000) / chocolate brown chain pouch (hot IT bag) / black structured hobo (hot IT bag) / small black convertible bag (IT bag under $300) / ivory mini bag (under $1000) /

Can you believe the holiday season has begun? This year has flown by! In order to be ready for the holiday season, I have assembled my holiday capsule wardrobe. My holidays 2021 capsule wardrobe pulls from both fall and winter trends, with a festive vibe. Of course, I always love starting with my handbag capsule for any given season. I mean, you love handbags as much as I do, right? Of course!

So, without further ado, here is my holidays 2021 handbag capsule wardrobe!

This holiday season, my handbag capsule wardrobe concentrates on my three favorite handbag trends. The pouch, the structured hobo, and the mini bag. Mini bags are ideal holiday bags since they are petite and perfect for the party season. It’s a great way to rock the mini bag trend since, at least for me, they are too small for frequent daily wear. Love that!

Pouch bags holidays 2021

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Ah, the fabulous pouch bag. This is an IT bag trend I never thought would have lasting power. A large and slouchy daytime clutch? No way! Well, yes way! I resisted the trend at first, then when I indulged in this black pouch bag, I fell in love. These bags are actually comfortable to carry around, and they are a great way to spice up a casual look. Pouch bags are also the perfect day-into-evening bag since they fit everything we need during the day, yet turn into a classic evening bag. Love that!

This holiday season, I am continuing to wear my beloved black pouch bag, and this fun, fabulous chain pouch. I love wearing both these bags, and I look forward to pairing them with my holidays looks. If you haven’t invested in a pouch yet, what are you waiting for? This trend is proving to be long lasting, and surprisingly practical!

Structured hobos holidays 2021

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I love my structured hobos! This is the practical handbag trend we have been waiting for! It took close to two decades to return to the handbag world, and it was worth the wait. We loved these bags in the 1990s, and we love them now too! These structured hobos are comfortable, fit everything we all need during the day, and fit snugly under our arms. They look chic and put-together. Love that!

Since many brands and designers are still showing structured hobos for 2022, and they are coming out with their own versions, as well as new versions as we speak, this trend looks like it has some staying power. I highly recommend investing in at least one.

These two structured hobos will work well with my holiday capsule wardrobe. They are both classic neutral hues, and perfect for pairing with casual looks, as well as dressier holiday outfits. Love!

Small bags holidays 2021

mini bag trend holidays 2021 gift ideas

Small and mini bags are ideal for the holiday season. They can turn any denim or dressy look into a festive party outfit. Since sparkling jewelry is hot this holiday season, I like to keep my bags understated so that they don’t compete with with a pair of sparkling earrings or armful of bangles. Plus, these two classic bags can be worn during the day with casual looks, and they will also be relevant well into 2022. These are investment bags, not sparkling evening bags which collect dust in your closet the rest of the year. I’m all about investment dressing!

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Well, there you have it! My handbag capsule wardrobe for the holidays 2021 season. Stay tuned! My shoe and clothing capsules for the holiday will be posting on the blog later this week.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

Holiday gift ideas for the Real Housewives fan

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Holiday gift ideas for the Real Housewives fan from top left: Well, Crystal’s “Ugly Leather Pants” are sold out, but this pair is similar, and they are very cute-on my wish list! / This three-wick candle will light up the room! It is also affordable and long lasting (under $25) / Since most of us will never be able to afford the real and infamous panther ring, we can all enjoy this very affordable version without flying around the world to find it (under $50) / Popular bags with the Real Housewives: studded small tote / classic Dior tote / super trendy fabric tote /

Are you like me? Do you mark your calendar so that you won’t miss a single new episode of The Real Housewives? Or maybe you have a friend like me who is a huge fan of The Real Housewives? In any scenario, this gift guide is tailored towards anyone who loves The Real Housewives.

If Beverly Hills is your guilty pleasure, you might be craving a pair of ugly leather pants. This pair is on my wish list, and I plan on purchasing them soon! They are great for the holidays, and a comfortable alternative to jeans; plus they are dressier. Love them! I am also a huge fan of Crystal’s style. Everything in her closet is gold. I am a fan of Sutton too, although I could never pull off her looks. I am thankful her and Crystal worked it out, and they are now friends. Can’t wait to see them in the next season; which rumour has it, is starting production. Love!

If you have been watching lately, then you know about the shade surrounding the one-wick vs. three-wick candle. This holiday season, why not give out three-wick candles as a luxurious gift? They shed a lot of light, which in turn, could throw some shade across the room. Ha!

Well, I cannot fly around the world seeking a ring that costs as much as a single family home in the mid-west, so this affordable version, which comes in multiple colors, is just the right thing for some shady dinner conversation. I am eyeing the silver version with green eyes. Love!

We all know the Real Housewives own some of the most fabulous IT bags on the planet. While most of us aren’t stocking our closets full of the latest from Hermes, we can indulge in other bags they enjoy rocking on set, and in real life. Here are a few fabulous handbags which have been on recent seasons of Beverly Hills, New Jersey, New York, Atlanta, Potomac, and Dallas.

What are some of your favorite objects from recent Real Housewives episodes?

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Thanks for stopping by, and stay shady.

XOXO
Cathy

Fall 2021 IT bags under $1000

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Fall IT bags under $1000 from top left: structured hobo bag / small tote bag (also a spring 2022 bag from the runway) / pouch clutch, large and small / convertible handbag with short strap and cross body strap /

There are so many fabulous handbags to covet this fall season! Thankfully, several of the IT bags, and IT bag styles, can be found for well under $1000. This means we can all afford at least one IT bag; and we can also consider giving an IT bag this holiday season to a handbag fan on our list. Love that!

For 2021, and as we head into 2022, small and medium size bags are what we all need. Structured hobos, pouch clutches, and small totes are the silhouettes of the moment. We will also see a resurgence of the soft hobo very soon; making the hobo style the most important handbag silhouette as we move into the new year. So, if the structured hobo isn’t your thing, you can safely invest in a soft hobo as the style will begin to rise in 2022.

I’m loving the return of the hobo, and pouch clutches are such as a fun style! What is your favorite IT bag trend right now?

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Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy