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Ode to the Handbag: The Iconic Arm Candy That Shaped Our Style

OnSugar Blog — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 04:04:00 PST

Ready for a little accessory history lesson? OnSugar blog Fashion Fiend shows us some of fashion's most iconic handbags and schools us on each timeless tote.

Every girl loves a handbag - you're able to carry all your belongings easily and without fuss as well as looking stylish while doing it. Handbags always 'fit' even when you gain or lose too much weight, and if well-made, it will last for years. A beautiful bag can transform the simplest of outfits to a radiant ensemble and make a woman feel good about themselves, whilst also having the practical element of being able to transport your things. Different bags come and go each season, but there are a few that really have staying power and exceptional style. Here is a count down of some of my favorite iconic bags.

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Classic Bag of All Time: The Chanel 2.55

Community Manager — Tue, 01 Aug 2006 05:54:44 PDT

It does not get any more classic than this. Launched in February 1955, the Chanel 2.55 (Get it?) is as stylish today as it was 50 years ago. The bag features a double chain shoulder strap that allows a woman’s hands to be free, something common in downmarket products, but rare in luxury circles at the time. Chanel saw nothing unfeminine about keeping her hands busy, and she created clothes and accessories that matched her vanguard lifestyle. To celebrate its 50th Anniversary, the Chanel 2.55 was re-released in Fall 2005. The new version has a turn clasp instead of the CC clasp, which makes it more discrete and perhaps even more appealing.

The Original

The 2005 Re-Release

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Celebrity Lookbook: Summer Bag Roundup

Hannah Weil — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:03:48 PDT

From red carpet events to a casual lunch with friends, there were seriously delicious bags in tow this Summer. Celebs know just as well as we do that switching up your handbag may just be the boldest way to change up your look. It's a statement-making accessory that draws the eye and says a lot about your personality. Worn leather satchels, like Nicky Hilton's Balenciaga scream effortless cool; sophisticated totes like Sienna's YSL are a favored celebrity luxury, and Rachel Bilson's ladylike Chanel 2.55 is a coveted classic. Every bag of choice helps to hit that pitch-perfect styling note on each of these celebrity looks. Click through for 20 of our favorite celebs toting their fabulous Summer arm candy.