If Your Bag Could Speak…

… here’s what it would say about you!

Portrait of Tammy Strobel

… here’s what it would say about you!

“I’m bold & I’m not afraid to show it”

Creative types, take your pick from a plethora of weird and wonderful bags. From colour-saturated fringe to unexpected artwork, there’s no shying away with a bag like this.

Bag from Coach.
Bag from Coach.
Bag, $265, from Furla.
Bag, $265, from Furla.
Bag, $4,800, from Gucci.
Bag, $4,800, from Gucci.
Bag, $2,360, from Chloé.
Bag, $2,360, from Chloé.
Bag, $3,170, from Fendi.
Bag, $3,170, from Fendi.
Bag from 3.1 Phillip Lim.
Bag from 3.1 Phillip Lim.
Bag from Marni.
Bag from Marni.
Bag, $4,500, from Prada.
Bag, $4,500, from Prada.

“I’m not bossy, I’m the boss”

Show them who’s in charge with a nononsense bag that exudes power vibes. Structured, textured and wholly functional, you’ll stride ahead of the style pack.

Bag, $1,657, from Marni.
Bag, $1,657, from Marni.
J.W. Anderson bag from Club 21.
J.W. Anderson bag from Club 21.
Bag, $3,250, from Fendi.
Bag, $3,250, from Fendi.
Bag, $4,250 from Loewe.
Bag, $4,250 from Loewe.

STYLE TIP

Consider your body type and how you want to carry your bag before checking out. Some bags are great for hiding problem areas, while others accentuate them.

Bag, $2,900, from Chloé.
Bag, $2,900, from Chloé.
Bag, $39.90, from Zara.
Bag, $39.90, from Zara.
Bag, $2,300, from Proenza Schouler.
Bag, $2,300, from Proenza Schouler.
Bag, $4,680, from Roger Vivier.
Bag, $4,680, from Roger Vivier.

“I’m switched on even on weekends”

For a great bag companion on your off-duty days, switch to a slouchy sac that can hold all your valuables close to you. Buckets, hobos and hold-alls are all fantastic options.

Bag, $79.90, from Zara.
Bag, $79.90, from Zara.
Bag, $2,611, from Marni.
Bag, $2,611, from Marni.
Bag, $45.90, from Zara.
Bag, $45.90, from Zara.
Bag, $2,470, from Proenza Schouler.
Bag, $2,470, from Proenza Schouler.

STYLE TIP

Even if you’re just running errands, having a pop of bright colour instantly helps you look put-together. Interesting textures can also help lift your look.

Studio bag, $299, from H&M.
Studio bag, $299, from H&M.
Bag, $275, from Bimba Y Lola.
Bag, $275, from Bimba Y Lola.
Bag, $7,930, from Bottega Veneta.
Bag, $7,930, from Bottega Veneta.
Bag, $475, from Coach.
Bag, $475, from Coach.

“I embrace being a girly girl”

Brimming with retro charm and poise, this season offers up plenty of darling designs that will satisfy your girly side.

Bag, $145, from Bimba Y Lola.
Bag, $145, from Bimba Y Lola.
Bag from Mulberry.
Bag from Mulberry.
Bag, $63.90, from Topshop.
Bag, $63.90, from Topshop.
Mansur Gavriel bag, $970, from Pedder On Scotts.
Mansur Gavriel bag, $970, from Pedder On Scotts.

STYLE TIP

There is such a thing as too much pretty. To avoid looking like a walking puddle of sherbet hues, use light denim or cargo pieces to help break up your pastels and florals.

Bag, $2,600, from Marni.
Bag, $2,600, from Marni.
Bag, $1,990, from Bally.
Bag, $1,990, from Bally.
Bag, $7,930, from Bottega Veneta.
Bag, $7,930, from Bottega Veneta.
Bag, $550, from Furla.
Bag, $550, from Furla.

COMPLIED BY: AARON KOK