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It may be considered that Coco Chanel had the art of a handbag over fifty years ago when she launched a simple, practical and classic style handbag that became hugely successful.
Until then handbags were hand held. The new innovative Coco Chanel bag had a chain shoulder strap, this was able to be used and leave both hands free. Wow! What an original concept.
Coco Chanel designed this much loved and sought after handbag when she was 71.

It became a signature piece that would carry the classic style of the Chanel label for many years to come.
It was finely crafted in keeping with Coco Chanel designs and the quality was exceptional. From the time it was launched its success was huge. It was well sought after and a sell out sensation.

This was extraordinary for its time.
Would you consider a handbag could be so original, revolutionary and empowering?

This handbag style is still incredibly popular and very distinctive in the Coco Chanel range. However, it did inspire many copies in this handbag style. Today, it is a style that is extensively copied and manufactured in cheaper handbags. It comes in many colours including patterns, all types and styles of fabric and in all ranges of size worldwide.

Handbags are an enormous business.
Do you know that the top three most requested rental' handbags as noted on bagborroworsteal.com' are the Gucci Medium Boston Bag; Fendi B.Bag; Louis Vuitton Baggy PM Denim Bag?
These are no ordinary handbags. These are a work of art. It is an art that speaks volumes and leaves a distinctive visual image imprinted on our fashion conscious minds. It speaks quality, personality, character, strength, individuality, rich and famous, prosperous, luxury, iconic.

I consider the art of a handbag should speak about the owner. A well designed and crafted handbag in any shape, color, size or material should ooze style, elegance and sophistication. It needs to be a well thought out accessory that is practical and yet suits your character, your fashion sense and makes a statement about you.

I hope that you can now go out and look at handbags in a different light. Consider not just the color or size or cost; but consider why you are attracted to it; also consider what it says about you. Then stand back and look for the art' in the handbag you choose.

Learn more about this author, Dina Psichogiopoulos.
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