From tote to micro bag – what does your handbag really say about you – take our quiz to find out…
WHEN it comes to bags, simple and chic now rule.
No-nonsense styles, such as Hermes Birkin totes, have taken the crown as the most sought-after online, according to research from bingo site Slingo.
But what does your handbag say about you?
Georgia Trevitt enlisted the help of personal stylist and wellbeing coach Natacha Diskin to find out.
Take our quiz then see the following page to discover what your choice of bag reveals about your personality.
Choices reveal we’ve got bags of personality
Tote
THIS classic bag can be paired with anything, so that says you love versatility.
There’s no faffing around with you.
You have a strong outlook on life and are powerful with a dominant personality.
A tote usually has just one pocket, which works as you like your things in one place.
You’re happy to voice your views, are goal-driven, ambitious and a self-starter.
Tote, £39, John Lewis
Shoulder bag
A SHOULDER bag is sophisticated and traditional.
You’re stylish and practical.
You’re probably not the most organised person because you want a big bag to throw stuff into.
You’re easy-going and down to earth.
You like a laugh, but take things seriously as needed.
You’re smart – probably always carrying a book in your bag.
And it’s likely you’re into crafts.
Shoulder bag, £25.99, Zara
Micro bag
YOU love that designer look.
You’re high end and adore things that are on trend.
A minimalist, you are quite happy to just carry your phone, bank card and lipstick.
You’re out all day and not bothered where you will end up – probably in an exclusive nightclub, sipping Champagne that someone has bought you.
You like to take risks and also enjoy luxuries.
Micro bag, £22, Boohoo
Crossbody bag
YOU’RE practical and likely to be a mum – someone who uses your hands a lot.
You also love pockets.
You want to be organised and like to know where things are.
You’re not necessarily bothered about materialistic items.
There isn’t much room in a crossbody bag, so you’re quite happy to have a minimalist approach.
You can be quite carefree.
Crossbody bag, £17.99, New Look
Bucket bag
YOU live your best life all the time and are very laid back.
Ideally, you would stay by the sea.
You probably travel to the beach a lot – you love a holiday.
Summer is your season.
When the sun shines, so do you.
You also like to socialise with a cocktail in your hand.
If there’s a garden party or a BBQ to go to, you’re the first one there.
Bucket bag, £39.50, M&S
Clutch
HIGH-maintenance and sophisticated, you value good quality.
You’re likely to be found at a chic party, a cocktail in hand, holding your clutch under one arm and hugging someone with the other.
You love to socialise and dress up.
This bag is a classic dating back to The Roaring Twenties, so you definitely like tradition.
Clutch, £26, Next
Duffel bag
YOU are very chic, practical and like to be organised.
You love to travel and especially enjoy a weekend away.
But you also value home life and packing your bag reminds you of that.
You’re a family person.
You love to socialise, but in a meaningful way.
You also like good quality, long-lasting products.
You won’t just buy any old thing.
Duffle bag, £16, Primark
Satchel
THE satchel is heavy duty and practical.
You love things that are hard-wearing.
It’s likely you are into earthy stuff and the outdoors.
Organised and disciplined, your office and home are probably very tidy.
You can be conservative and traditional, and influence others without forcing your ideas on them.
You’re on a mission, hard-working and ambitious.
Satchel bag, £66, Ecosusi