Frosted lipstick is back! Remember in the late 1980s and early 1990s reaching for blue eyeliner and pink frosted lipstick? A can of hairspray nearby? Large hoop earrings and crop tops? Oh yeah, that look is back, minus the hairspray; and the crop tops aren’t boxy, they are form fitting. Oh, and that’s how teenagers dress, not us; except for the make-up. So, let’s talk frosted lipstick!
Frosted lipstick cycles in and out of fashion, which is fine, because we don’t invest in lipstick expecting it to last years. I mean, ew.
The look of frosted lips is iconic when tied to 1960s style and late 1980s/early 1990s style. It even had a mild resurgence in the early 2000s. Now, in 2024, it is back and the trend is strong.
Unlike the 1990s, you are not relegated to one color of frosted lipstick. Your hue doesn’t need to be pink, just a frosted color which works for you and your wardrobe, as well as your coloring. Love that!
We learned in the early 2000s that MAC cornered the market on the perfect frosted lipstick. I stand by that discovery from twenty years ago. The best way to rock the frosted lipstick trend is with a color from the MAC Frost Lipstick collection. I found three hues I love, and I will be wearing these this summer into fall.
MAC Frost Lipstick goes on smoothly and gives you just the perfect frosty coverage. Fabby reminds me of the late 1980s and early 1990s while Plum Daddy is a great hue for evenings, as well as moving into the fall season. Angel is a great alternative and perfect for daytime during the summer. Love these hues!
What do you think of the return of the frosted lipstick trend for 2024? Will you rock a frosted lip once again?
Every summer there are fun and fabulous straw handbags to elevate our outfits into something which evokes travel, or just adds some texture to our overall look. For summer 2024, instead of the usual tote bags, designers and brands have included at least one straw or canvas handbag to their collections, so right now, natural fiber bags are everywhere!
Straw handbags can be worn on the streets this summer 2024 season. Yup, that’s right! You can rock your natural fiber on the streets of Manhattan, the beaches of Hawaii, and everywhere in between. Love that!
My current straw handbag collection consists of two tote bags, one customizable tote bag with the words “Jet Set” stitched in, and one slightly larger tote from Loewe. I wear them both! Now, I am eyeing a shoulder bag for when I want to be hands free. There are a lot of choices this summer, and I love that fact that there are several fabulous styles priced under $100. That’s incredible!
I also feel like I need that turtle clutch pictured above in my life. Isn’t it cute! Love!
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Which style of straw handbag are you eyeing for summer 2024? Or do you already have at least one in your collection from previous summer seasons?
Summer 2024 is fast approaching, and the handbag trends are in full swing! Thankfully the trends all include the anonymous handbag, and timeless styles we can all wear forever. Love that!
This summer, continue to invest in beautifully crafted handbags, sans loud logos. There might be small logos on your bag, that’s OK, just steer clear of loud logos, or handbags which have a huge, central logo that screams who made the bag. I have a few favorite brands right now which are mid-priced and have a large selection of logo-free, or quiet logo, styles. Look for these brands such as Coach, Mansur Gavriel, Toteme, and Mulberry. I love their quality, craftsmanship and timeless styles. I plan on trying out Songmont once I decide which style to try first, and the color! I have heard great things about the company, which is a hot brand from China known for high quality materials and craftsmanship as well as eco-friendly manufacturing.
So, without further ado, here are the hottest summer 2024 handbag trends to shop your closet for, and purchase.
Top Handle Bags: The top handle bag is a classic style which you may already own. Look for single top handle bags, such as the Lady Bag, as well as double top handle totes. Micro-mini styles are not trending anymore, so look for larger mini’s, small and medium sizes. Go for a bag which fits what you need to carry. You won’t want to be stuck with a small bag you never wear because it doesn’t fit what you need on a daily basis. It will just collect dust.
North/South Tote: This tote bag is sometimes labelled as a large hobo. So, when shopping online, look for handbags labelled as large hobo bags or north/south tote bags. You may already have one in your closet, if not, look for a soft and slouchy north/south tote in a neutral or black hue to use now. This is also a classic style, so a neutral or black bag will be a good investment for your wardrobe.
East/West Satchel: This style is slightly trendy, so if you want to have fun with color, do it! Otherwise, a neutral or black east/west satchel will carry you through a few seasons. This style does swing in and out of fashion, so a neutral or black version can be stored when the trend subsides, and then pulled back out when it swings back in.
Moon Shaped Bags: The moon shaped bags designers and brands are giving us right now seem to be convertible. Look for a convertible style with a strap which changes the shape from a closed donut to a shoulder bag or cross body half moon. A convertible style will give the bag more longevity in your closet once the mini donut look is over. Songmont has a style on my wish list, and coach has a small one which is affordable. Of course, the Valentino style is the fabulous, designer version.
Hobo Bags: This classic style is gaining momentum everyday. It has been on the radar for a couple of years now, and as people invest in hobo bags, we are seeing them on the streets more and more. If you don’t have at least one hobo, grab one! They can be slouchy or structured. I suggest starting with a black one, and if you love carrying the style, add more colors to your collection. This style swings in and out of fashion, so it is a good investment.
Box Totes: The box tote is taking on new designs and life as designers and brands create their own box shaped tote bags. You will find small styles, as well as larger designs. Go with the size which works for your lifestyle.
Suede: Normally found in fall collections, suede started gaining popularity in the spring season and is exploding this summer. I have a hard time with suede handbags because if you spill something on them, or you get caught in the rain, it’s game over for the bag. If you love the look and feel of a suede bag, you do you. If you are practical like me, this is a fabric type to steer clear of. Of course, it is quite tempting! Ugh.
Color Trends: Summer handbags are being shown in obvious hues such as cobalt, bright green, yellow, and red; but they are also being shown in unexpected colors such as pastels, burgundy, and olive green. Look for a color which blends in with your overall wardrobe and you know you will get a lot of use out of. There is no need to look for an “IT” color, any color goes. If you are looking for something which carries you into the fall season, look for bags in olive green or burgundy (wine, maroon, darker reds).
Well, there you have it. The summer 2024 handbag trends to look for inside your closet, and to shop for in order to enhance your handbag collection. Which style is your favorite?
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