Aug 14, 2007

What: Say so long to your back-wrenching, achingly heavy oversize handbags. This fall it's time to give your body a break and return to fashion's littlest favorites: clutches, croissant bags, pochettes and mini-envelope bags.

Why: They're modern, hip and far more fashion-forward than those heavy bags we've been lugging around for the past year. Downsizing to a more minimalist accessory is not only vintage chic, but it's a lot more practical. It's better for your body and it makes socializing a lot easier—just sling these tiny bags with long straps across the body and you're in hands-free heaven.

Hot Styles We're Hankering for: Shopbop.com has an exceptional collection of beautiful bags in itty-bitty sizes. One of our faves is this Jerome Dreyfuss Momo Disco Bag on sale for $184 (reduced from $369) and this Malababa Mini Carlota Bag now $143.50 knocked down from $205. Both are fairly plain, which means they'll go well with everything in your closet.

For those into labels (we know some of you are die-hard Louis fans) check out the original Louis Vuitton Pochette Cancun ($300) or the Dior Mini Jacquard Pouch ($375). Out of your price range, but still want that monogrammed look? The Dooney & Bourke 'IT Mini' Square Crossbody Flap Bag from Nordstrom is only $85.

And finally, for the girl who really can't spare the cash for a trend that could fade just as quickly as a bad dye job, we recommend this Jeweled mini cross-body bag from Victoria's Secret. For just $45 you have a choice of five fabulous fall colors in satin with suede trim.

P.S. Don't forget to hit your local thrift or consignment shop—they're bound to have some of these styles at prices that are too good to ignore! 

More: NY Times & Buzzfeed  

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