spring 2023

BAF Weekly IT List

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BAF Weekly IT List from top left: bio tote (under $500) / star necklace / Chanel spring nail polish / Dior spring nail polish / green shoulder bag / loafer mules / silver station bracelet / silver bar bracelet / straight leg jeans / spring sweater / classic black satchel / ivory moon shaped bag / M Frame shoulder bag /

Can you believe it is the last day of March? This year is flying by! Despite spring being in full swing, the weather is still very wintery out there! This means we can wear a little bit of spring on our nails, carry a spring handbag, and wear new investment piece jewelry such as these beautiful silver bracelets pictured above. Love!

Right now, warm weather clothing is still moving slow, but straight leg jeans are hotter than hot, and spring weight sweaters are the perfect top for straight leg jeans. Also loving classic loafer mules and shoulder bags to complete the look along with investment jewelry and spring nail polish.

The look of the year is understated and anonymous. You can wear fun, bright colors, but stay away from logos and large branding on both clothing and accessories. A small logo is OK, but don’t have the designer’s name plastered across your chest or stamped all over your handbag. That’s so last year.

Heads up! There is a new weekly series on the blog. If you, or someone you know, has a teenager looking to apply to college, or is already in college, let them know! I will be posting once a week about the college application process and parenting a child away at school. Let me know if there are any specific topics you would like covered, and also if you have questions. Check out my first post here.

Don’t worry, my regular content will still have the same frequency as before this new series was added. Love that!

Lastly, how cute is the little bio tote pictured above? This is a new bag for spring from Tory Burch and it is made from eco-friendly materials, not leather. I love how eco-chic it is, and also the simple design. Stay tuned! There will be a review on the blog of this cute little tote in April!

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XOXO
Cathy

Top spring 2023 handbag trends

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spring 2023 handbag trends

Spring 2023 handbag trends from top left: straw tote bag / black shoulder bag / mini bio tote / ivory moon shaped bag / top handle bucket bag / denim hobo bag / mini satchel / brown shoulder bag / black mini satchel / saddle bag /

Spring is in full swing, this means we all need to make sure we have current IT bags within our reach. This spring 2023 season, the handbag trends reflect the overall trends in handbags for the year, making it easy to rotate our handbags from our closets. Love that!

Mini Satchels

The mini satchel is continuing its popularity in the spring 2023 season. This cute little bag offers a top handle and a shoulder strap which you can choose to wear on your shoulder, or cross body. Although, this year, it’s way cooler to wear it on your shoulder.

If you have a mini satchel in your closet from a past season, fabulous! Pull it out from your archives and rock it! If not, look for one in a neutral hue you can wear with anything, such as this black satchel. Love!

Denim handbags

Denim handbags are a hot trend. If you love ultra-trendy looks, this is your bag of the season. If you are more of an investment bag person, then this is a trend to pass on. I love the casual look of the denim handbag. Such a fun trend!

Top handle bucket bags

The classic bucket has a twist this season! Bucket bags with top handles are hotter than hot this season, and they are also a classic style. So, if you want to invest in a bucket with a handle, look for a neutral color or black so it has staying power in your closet. Love that!

Hobo bags

The hobo bag is still going strong! Chances are, you already have one in your closet. If not, go ahead and invest in a clean, chic hobo bag.

Neutral or bright or metallic

Neutral handbags are hot this year, but if you want to mix things up, metallic and ultra bright pastels are hot for spring. Look for bright lilac, neon yellow, bright medium pink, and neon light green. Fire!

Straw handbags

Straw and natural fiber bags are still hot this season. If you have one from last year, you are all set! If not, why not invest in a medium size, straw or natural fiber bag you can wear daily. The tropical vacation vibe is everything this season. Love!

Shoulder bags

Shoulder bags are still going strong. Look for a chic, simple bag in a neutral hue. Classic Chesnut brown is huge this year as well as beige, white and classic black. Love a good investment bag.

Sustainable handbags

It’s cool to be sustainable. After all, you are saving the planet. Love that! Look for handbags made from non-leather, sustainable materials such as this cute little bio tote by Tory Burch. Love it!

Anonymous bags

The golden rule this season is to wear and purchase bags which are anonymous. They can have a single logo which is understated, or stamp of the designer’s name in a small, discreet manner, but no loud logos or bags which shout at you. It’s all about clean lines, and quiet luxury. Those who know, know!

There you have it! The hottest handbag trends of spring 2023. Which handbag trend is your favorite?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO
Cathy

BAF Weekly IT List

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BAF Weekly IT List from top left: black shoulder bag / silver bracelet / silver star necklace (under $100) / Chanel spring nail polish / Dior spring nail polish / green shoulder bag / station silver bracelet / straight leg jeans / spring sweater / black M Frame bag / ivory moon shaped handbag /

Spring shopping is in the air! Shoulder bags, hobo bags, spring nail polish, straight leg jeans, timeless jewelry, and spring sweaters are hotter than hot right now.

I’m loving this neutral, spring sweater to pair with jeans or trousers. It is chic yet comfortable on a nice spring day. I am also loving all these small and medium sized handbags which are hot on the streets right now. Isn’t this M Frame bag fabulous?! Love!

What are you loving for spring right now?

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XOXO
Cathy