<p>Designer Coco Chanel once said, “In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” <br /><br /></p>.<p>From super-branded to chic and cheap, customers are simply spoilt for choice when it comes to handbags. <br /><br />What was once considered a useful accessory to carry your personal belongings has now become an add-on that completes the look. <br /><br />With the advent of customised handbags, these stylish accessories have become a must-have for fashionistas.<br /><br />From clutches, purses and cross-shoulder bags, Metrolife talks to youngsters to find out the ‘right’ handbag of their choice. <br /><br />“I love cross-shoulder chained bags. They're easy to carry and super cute. They also suit both the casual and classy look,” says Piya Paul, a third-year BBM student at St Joseph’s College of Commerce. <br /><br />“I love bright coloured bags. Something that stands out and suits my personality at the same time. Those always do the trick for me,” says Priyakshi Aggarwal, a first-year BBM student from Christ University.<br /><br />The brand is not always a concern for many. “I don’t care about the brand. An average-sized backpack or satchel does it for me. But I hate buckles. Zips better suit my lazy nature,” says Vishakha Kumar, a first-year BA student from Mount Carmel College. But for girls like Chahat Paul, a second-year PUC student from Christ Junior College, “The bag is all about the brand.” <br /><br />Nowadays, youngsters seem to be leaning towards bags just big enough to carry their items of daily use. But if loving fashion is a crime, then these girls plead guilty. Because when it comes to style, they are absolutely unwilling to compromise. <br /><br />“Style comes with convenience,” explains Priyanka Urs, a second-year law student. “I like to have my hands free but look smart and casual at the same time,” she adds. <br /><br />Agrees Chahat. “A bag of the right size to carry my make up and wallet is ideal,” she adds. There is a style and size to suit everyone. And today, one handbag is simply not enough. <br /><br />Fashion demands a particular style for each occasion. Tote bags are big, making them an excellent candidate for travel, the beach or even college. <br /><br />An evening bag is typically a tiny handbag or the classic clutch, since they are <br />convenient for a party or even dinner. <br /><br />As for day bags, the array is endless! Even colours form a separate category themselves. Summer colours are typically bright and neon while spring colours corroborate warm pastel shades. Winter shades are more dark and glamorous. “I love bags with a lot of colour. Whether they are combinations or designs,” says Piya. <br />Many also end up having their own personal collection of bags. While some have a good 10 classic designs there are others who have a collection of 40 bags. <br /><br />Handbags are almost like a graduation from being a girl to becoming a young adult.<br />As someone once said, “My life changed forever, the day I bought my first red handbag.”</p>
<p>Designer Coco Chanel once said, “In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different.” <br /><br /></p>.<p>From super-branded to chic and cheap, customers are simply spoilt for choice when it comes to handbags. <br /><br />What was once considered a useful accessory to carry your personal belongings has now become an add-on that completes the look. <br /><br />With the advent of customised handbags, these stylish accessories have become a must-have for fashionistas.<br /><br />From clutches, purses and cross-shoulder bags, Metrolife talks to youngsters to find out the ‘right’ handbag of their choice. <br /><br />“I love cross-shoulder chained bags. They're easy to carry and super cute. They also suit both the casual and classy look,” says Piya Paul, a third-year BBM student at St Joseph’s College of Commerce. <br /><br />“I love bright coloured bags. Something that stands out and suits my personality at the same time. Those always do the trick for me,” says Priyakshi Aggarwal, a first-year BBM student from Christ University.<br /><br />The brand is not always a concern for many. “I don’t care about the brand. An average-sized backpack or satchel does it for me. But I hate buckles. Zips better suit my lazy nature,” says Vishakha Kumar, a first-year BA student from Mount Carmel College. But for girls like Chahat Paul, a second-year PUC student from Christ Junior College, “The bag is all about the brand.” <br /><br />Nowadays, youngsters seem to be leaning towards bags just big enough to carry their items of daily use. But if loving fashion is a crime, then these girls plead guilty. Because when it comes to style, they are absolutely unwilling to compromise. <br /><br />“Style comes with convenience,” explains Priyanka Urs, a second-year law student. “I like to have my hands free but look smart and casual at the same time,” she adds. <br /><br />Agrees Chahat. “A bag of the right size to carry my make up and wallet is ideal,” she adds. There is a style and size to suit everyone. And today, one handbag is simply not enough. <br /><br />Fashion demands a particular style for each occasion. Tote bags are big, making them an excellent candidate for travel, the beach or even college. <br /><br />An evening bag is typically a tiny handbag or the classic clutch, since they are <br />convenient for a party or even dinner. <br /><br />As for day bags, the array is endless! Even colours form a separate category themselves. Summer colours are typically bright and neon while spring colours corroborate warm pastel shades. Winter shades are more dark and glamorous. “I love bags with a lot of colour. Whether they are combinations or designs,” says Piya. <br />Many also end up having their own personal collection of bags. While some have a good 10 classic designs there are others who have a collection of 40 bags. <br /><br />Handbags are almost like a graduation from being a girl to becoming a young adult.<br />As someone once said, “My life changed forever, the day I bought my first red handbag.”</p>
