Stylin' the Burbs: Bag Watch

It is safe to say my purse obsession is relatively new. Perhaps about two years ago I decided I wanted to be the "bag lady" of my group of friends. Always envious of the women I saw on the streets or in my favorite television shows, I wanted to switch out my purses to complete each and every outfit. This ambition came with a new outlook on what bags were actually suited for this kind of lifestyle. In the past I was drawn to an over sized shoulder bag that would fit everything I could possibly need in case I could not return home for three days. Of course, there was never a time in which I could not pop home to grab something or change. I truly just enjoyed being able to carry a book, change of undies, all my makeup, hair brush, camera, journal, and really just a ghastly number of items with me at all times. Ideal or not, carrying everything I owned was not suitable to switching to a different purse every day or every other day or even every week. So I reasonably down sized and decided the cross body bag was more suited to that lifestyle.

The cross body bag is essentially the most fantastic bag ever. Fitting the perfect amount of items, it is easily carried because you do not have to keep track of it. It sits perfectly across the body at the perfect length (okay, mostly) and it can go anywhere you want to go. I have loved many cross body bags since I happened upon them and continue searching for this style.

Flipping through the newest glossies I happily tagged what bags I wanted for the upcoming summer season. Every so often a cross body bag in a circular shape happened upon a page and instantly drew my attention. Still a cross body bag and still having enough room to fit my iPhone, among other items, the circular shape is the perfect upgrade. It will really take your outfit up a notch and is potentially a great conversation starter. Whether your style is a bit girly, boho, or cool you can work this bag into any wardrobe. I have a feeling, just like phone cases, the cross body bag is going to give us some adorable shapes, colors, and patterns. How will you incorporate the circular cross body into your wardrobe?