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12 Must-Have Bags For Summer

Summer is the time to bring out the colourful side of you, especially the Indian summer that is associated with a mélange of tropical colours. Bags for summer are also not very ‘hi-fi'. Bags for women this summer should be a little bit on the larger side and preferably be sling bags.

Most celebrities are carrying slightly larger bags than usual in summer. The prints and colour blocks are obviously coming back on the scene. But most importantly, sling bags for women have made a comeback. Last winter, we saw celebrities carry tiny clutches. The trend was started by Kate Middleton. The Duchess of Cambridge loves tiny clutch bags.

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But then, a Duchess has many people to carry her things. Average women like you and me have to fit in out summer accessories into that one bag and go through the drudgery of carrying it ourselves. So bags for summer must be slightly larger than the winter bags. In summer, you need many accessories like deodorant, wet tissues, sun glasses. So even if you are going for a clutch bag, it should be at least a pocket book size instead of a really tiny clutch.

Here are some must-have bags for this summer. If you have these bags for women in your collection, you can breeze to this summer in style.

The Inspired Straw Bag

The Inspired Straw Bag

This is not literally a star bag. But the embroidery and patterns on it have been inspired by a straw bag. The problem with real straw bags is that they prick you. But this bag will look like a summary straw bag but be gentle on your inner arms.

The Printed Sling Bag

The Printed Sling Bag

This bag has been ruling the summer fashion scene for the last couple of years. The printed sling bag accommodates a lot of stuff, looks nice with casual clothes and it is great for travelling.

The Floral Clutch

The Floral Clutch

Floral is a pattern that is pretty much trademark for summer. So, if you are planning to wear a nice Luckowi chikan kurta and salwar for the evening, go for a bright hand embroidered pocket book clutch like this one.

Colour Block Bags

Colour Block Bags

You can also add some colour to your light coloured clothes by carrying a bright colour block bag like this one. These leather bags are usually in a single neon shade of colour and go perfectly well with all white or all black clothes in summer.

Rounded Gym Bag

Rounded Gym Bag

It is summer and thus the warm weather makes it easier for you to get out of bed early and hit the gym. You will be sweating it out in gym like every summer so why not try this trendy gym bag as a part of your sports gear.

The Sunshine Bag

The Sunshine Bag

When you are going out into the sun wearing a very suave outfit like lace or chiffon or even hi-end cotton, you need a bag that makes you look sophisticated. For such formal day occasions, choose a white or cream number like this one.

Gem Studded Sling Clutches

Gem Studded Sling Clutches

Prada is really stressing on gem embellished clothes and accessories for this season. If you are going to party this summer, then make sure you have a satin sling clutch with large gems on it. It is the flavour of the season.

The Hard Leather Bag

The Hard Leather Bag

Many brands specialise in hard leather shape bags. These bags are ideal for summer as they come in earthy shades like green, maroon and brown. They go well with almost any of your brightly coloured clothes.

Summery Pocket Book Clutch

Summery Pocket Book Clutch

If you want your bag to reflect the colours of summer, you must carry something like this. The orange, yellow and white in this large pocket book make it the perfect accessory for the India summer.

Beach Bag

Beach Bag

Are you going for a beach or pool party? Then you simply must have a woven rope bag like this one. It is a cheap summer accessory that every woman needs for summer.

Midnight Blue Bag

Midnight Blue Bag

Azure shades are also very in this summer. For example, this clear shade of midnight blue can set of dark evening clothes perfectly. It can also look smart with light coloured casuals in the day time.

The Long Sling Bag

The Long Sling Bag

The sling bag with a really long strap is usually carried across. Wear it with your floral skirts and palazzo pants. Buy one that is black, white or brown so that it goes with all your clothes.

Story first published: Monday, April 14, 2014, 15:46 [IST]
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