What to Consider When Purchasing an Everyday Purse

So we've already talked about what the different kinds of bags you should carry to certain places, now let's talk about what we should think about when we're going to buy a purse to use every day.

In Tim Gunn's book Tim Gunn's Fashion Bible, Gunn says on page 274 that you should ask yourself a select couple of questions before making your purchase. He says that you should ask "Is it big enough to hold everything, but not so big that it looks like you're going away for the weekend? Is it sturdy enough to hold up to daily wear? Is it a color that will go with most of what you find yourself wearing?" (Gunn and Calhoun 274). These are the more basic questions that everyone should ask themselves when buying a purse, but instead of stopping right there, think more deeply about whether or not your bag is right for you. The pictures below show a bag that answers yes to the three questions above.

You are able to fit in a whole outfit and
the bag still has room for other necessities

This bag is made with sturdy material and
is a great size

There are three pockets on this side to put
items that you need quick access to, as well as a
spot to hook your keys on

There are two more pockets on this side where
you can place other important items

Some other questions that are suggested to ask yourself as said by the author include will the bag stay on your shoulder? Is the strap at a good length? Can you find all your things easily? Can you securely close your bag with a snap or zip? and can you see yourself living with this bag? (Gunn and Calhoun 274). All of these questions will lead you to find the perfect everyday bag to use because you don't want a bag that won't fit all of your necessities.

Closes with a zipper and has a good
amount of security from kids and large crowds

Do you prefer a bag that closes with a zipper or a snap?

Gunn, Tim, and Ada Calhoun.Tim Gunn's Fashion Bible: The Fascinating History of Everything in Your Closet. New York: Gallery, 2012. Print.