Summer is the perfect excuse to indulge in new arm candy. We're talking about bags: whether it's a satchel, clutch, or crossbody style, we got you covered with our top picks from the likes of Fendi, Marc Jacobs, and Givenchy to name a few. Tip: pair these bright and bold offerings with a white dress for extra pop. Special thanks to Neiman Marcus!
Jessica Alba injected a pop of pizazz into her street style with a bright orange Ralph Lauren crossbody bag, multicolor Ferragamo flats, and blue Elizabeth and James shades while enjoying an iced coffee in Beverly Hills. The actress has been all over bright-colored denim lately, but for this outing she ditched them for bold accessories. Then Jessica layered a denim vest and thick gray scarf over a white top and rose ankle J Brand skinnies. Style Jessica's eye-catching designer flats with rose skinnies and a white tee, or for a feminine variation on her look, ditch the jeans for a flirty skirt. Don't forget a bright bag — here's another one we love — to complete your Spring style.
While a designer handbag certainly packs a statement accessory punch, these celebrities kick it up a notch with a double dose of brights. We've spotted Jessica Alba carrying an emerald-toned Bulgari Serpente shoulder bag, Nicole Richie showing off an oversized lemon-hued YSL Dome satchel, and Katie Holmes with her bold red Clare Vivier messenger bag. By adding a colorful carryall to the mix, you'll reap the benefits of an instantly spiced-up off-duty look. Take notes from Mandy Moore, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Sienna Miller — each stylish lady found a happy balance between a neutral effortless ensemble and a vibrant bag. For even more prismatic sightings, just click through to see which celebs are sporting colorful sidekicks, and make sure to shop your favorites at the end of the slideshow.
>> Accessories line Meredith Wendell is relatively new — but its colorblock bags, quirky-chic belts, and geo-pop baubles are already regular fixtures on the pages of Vogue, Elle, W, Harper's Bazaar, and Marie Claire. Created in 2008 by husband-and-wife duo Meredith and Wendell German, the line features strong silhouettes, luxurious textures, and richly-vibrant color combinations — a sporty-luxe aesthetic that's right in step with the mood of recent seasons. "The color inspiration comes mainly from The Greenbrier Hotel in West Virginia. I spent my childhoods there, and the Dorothy Draper-designed interiors are so vibrant and dynamic, it’s hard not to become inspired," Meredith explains. In fact, In fact, the Greenbrier is such a strong influence that in recent seasons, the Germans have traveled to West Virginia to shoot the line's lookbooks — lushly styled by friend and creative collaborator Beth Fenton — on the grounds of the storied hotel.
Here, a look at the current collection — including images from the Chris Brooks-shot lookbook, and a selection of pieces (priced from $220 to $1,900) currently available to shop online.
