Wear Mastery Strategies: Backpacks, Bags, Purses

Bags, Purses, Baskets, Clutches, Computer bags, Suitcases, Briefcases, Fanny Bags and Backpacks are all part of our wardrobe. These accessories have the power to complement, beautify and distort an outfit. These are my personal guidelines beyond practicality and functionality:

*Does the pattern and color match the outfit? 

*Does the style match me?

*Does the item have the right size for my body type? Example: Avoid tiny purses on large bodies and huge purses on tiny bodies.

*What does the item do to my silhouette? Worst examples: Wearing a backpack when you are not on a hike (creates a large hump) or a fanny pack when you are not traveling (creates an extra belly).