Style Theory: Sometimes something online or in the shops really catches your eye, this Matalan handbag caught my attention when I spotted it on a magazine website. It is from Matalan's Limited Collection range and looks unbelievably expensive, designer even..but is actually just £30..
When I spotted this bag online last week I ordered it immediately as I love the boxy design, the square handles and the size. I am always on the lookout for something reasonably priced to give my everyday outfits a little lift and this does the job perfectly. It is not real leather, but looks pretty good, it has a lined interior with a zip pocket and a pocket for your phone etc and the zip at the top to keep all your things confined and safe. I am not mad on the chain strap I think I will remove this and just use the handles but all in all I think it is pretty cool, inexpensive bag.
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| Coat: Zara Sweater: Cos Jeans: Topshop Ballet Pumps: Russell and Bromley Bag: Matalan |
It would hang on the handle on a buggy or pushchair and would make a stylish and inexpensive nappy bag (ok maybe not the most practical but then I am not very practical!) For me now it is perfect for shoving in the milllions of things I carry around with me including spiderman on a motorbike and a couple of Barbies!
Here are a few outfit ideas of how to style, I could imagine this bag slotting in perfectly to any of these looks...
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It is the kind of bag that can be used in the summer as well as the winter, Miranda Kerr (above right) styles up a black tote beautifully with skinny jeans, simple black sandals and a panama..this is my inspiration..now to lose those winter lbs !!
Next time..as promised flat sandals, there are some beauties on the high street at the moment..
As always I would love to hear your thoughts and comments, Frances xxxxx
BTW - Whilst in Matalan collecting my order I spotted some fab home bits and pieces, gorgeous cushions, frames, candle holders etc ..worth a look, I never usually go in there so I was pleasantly surprised! xx