How to Select a Handbag for Professional Use

No matter what your employment situation is, carrying all of your necessities in a functional yet stylish bag will make a fashion statement.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Briefcases
• Handbags
• Personal Organizers

1. Consider your work environment and the dress code, official or unofficial. If you wear suits 90 percent of the time and must convey a very professional appearance, consider a leather bag. If your work environment is less formal, consider bags made of microfiber.

2. Focus on function. Remember what you need to carry: phone, pager, computer disks, pens and pencils, Palm Pilot, organizer, keys, wallet. Look for bags that have built-in pockets or compartments to house some of these accessories.

3. Reflect on your professional wardrobe and choose a color that will complement the majority of your outfits. Black, dark brown and dark gray are standard colors. If you love vibrant colors, however, and can get away with a red handbag on the job, go for it!

4. Choose a bag with trim that flatters your personal style. If your accessories tend to be silver, look at bags with silver trim. If you prefer gold accessories, look at bags that have gold or brass-colored trim.

5. Ask a sales associate for her opinion. It's always great to get a second opinion when purchasing a fashion item that you'll use on a regular basis.

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