A designer handbag is the perfect accessory to elevate any wardrobe and make it look chic and modern. Invest in a quality handbag to make a statement in 2016. Here are some trends to look for when shopping for your new handbag. The bags that are expected to be the most popular in 2016 will […]

Designer handbags and shoes are most often made from leather, which can contribute to environmental problems. Raising cattle for leather consumes large amounts of land and water. Leather tanning uses heavy metals, such as chromium, and creates health hazards. PVC, which is often used to make handbags, can harm the environment. Some luxury accessories labels […]

Styles change each season, but handbags are pricey, so you don’t want to have to buy a new “It” bag every year. You should invest in a clutch with a classic design that will stand the test of time and can be worn with a variety of outfits in every season. An evening clutch can […]

The handbag market grew for several years, fueled by the rapid rise of brands such as Michael Kors. More recently, however, sales have been declining. Luxury handbag makers have been experiencing ups and downs as they struggle to stay relevant. Demand for handbags has been declining for multiple reasons. The market has become saturated with […]

Fall is right around the corner, and that is the perfect time to update your wardrobe with a new handbag or two. Here are some of the most popular styles that have been spotted on the Fall 2015 runways that will be making their way to stores near you. A different silhouette is trendy every […]

With the country still recovering from the effects of the Great Recession and many millennials dealing with heavy student loan debt, women are less likely to purchase luxury handbags than they were in the past. Millennials spend their money differently than members of older generations. Younger consumers tend to have more debt and are less […]

Fashion designers tend to embrace extremes. Years ago, bags were enormous, but things have swung back in the opposite direction. A new trend is the micro handbag that is barely large enough to fit a cell phone, wallet, and lipstick. Some women carry micro bags as accessories to complement other, larger handbags. Handbag designers are […]

Products made with conventional leather raise concerns for several reasons. Animal rights groups are concerned about the treatment of animals. A lot of material is wasted in the leather-making process. Leather is also treated in tanneries, which often use harmful chemicals. Stella McCartney was a pioneer in the vegan leather movement, and other luxury designers […]

Many luxury brands rely on handbags and accessories for the majority of their sales. These items are one-size-fits-all, easy to produce, and profitable and offer consumers a way to own a luxury item without spending money on an entire wardrobe. Luxury handbag makers have drawn in new customers in recent years by opening new stores […]

Sales of bags worn by men grew in 2014, while sales of handbags for women declined by 5 percent. Men bought 5.9 million luxury bags in 2014, compared to 25.6 million luxury bags that were bought by women. Top designers, including Armani, Dior, and Thom Browne, have shown handbags for men on the run ways […]