Bags are the primary fashion accessory this fall. And all the trends of the season, whether the sixties- inspired look, houndstooth checks, or a woman in a suit, the zippered look for bags is in. Dior, even with the multi-compartment Detective bag, has shown a preference for the zippered closure as well.
In the reign of the purses with zip, it is but natural that zipper purses will make their mark. These are larger variations of the zipper coin purses, in manageable sizes. Usually with a single compartment, a fabric lining with one or more flat pockets inside, they are perfect for the times when all one wants to carry is a drivers license, a bit of cash, credit or debit cards, and an odd key or two. Compact and extremely useful, they are the purses of choice for women who like to zip up and move on, and make great alternatives for the young and fashion conscious.
The zips provide better security, and are less clumsy than clutches, buckles or other types of closure. To accommodate more than what can be contained in a wallet, the zipper purses have space enough for a cell phone, or a lipstick and mascara. They are easier than the bigger, heavier bags, which are mostly a torture on the shoulder. Zipper purses are usually light due to their size, lack of additional metallic fittings and the materials they are made from, and can be as versatile as the occasion demands. They come with handles or without, or sometimes even a detachable handle. Long handles are the most usual with zipper purses.
For an evening out for dinner, zipper purses can be embellished or minimal, depending on the look of the garments they are carried with. Zipper purses for fun parties come in fancy shapes, from a loose, soft pouch to a hard straight shape. Usually rectangular, they come in semi-circular, triangular and other shapes for those willing to be adventurous or use them solely as fashion accessories.
They can be found with embroideries, embossing or prints in floral ,animal and various other patterns, and even watches sometimes, to complement different types of evening wear. The embroidered and printed varieties are usually in synthetic materials, fabric or leather, and the embossed types primarily in leather or synthetic materials. Zippers can come in different metallic and non-metallic colors in tune with the look of the purse. For a classic look, these purses could be made in expensive leather, in sober colors, and the zipper heads are often decorative fashion accessories in themselves.
A plain, rectangular, flat zipper bag in leather or fabric is ideal for a day out shopping. It is easier to walk around with at malls. It contains what is most required, so the shopper is light and can concentrate on the job at hand. It can also be an indispensable travel companion, to carry the passports and cards made out of fabric or leather, with a thin long strap, it is functional yet savvy. Denim or hemp zipper purses are all a rage with those on a holiday, because they offer a smart yet relaxed, casual look, which goes with the general mood. Cute variations for children are also increasingly popular, because zips are easier to use than buckles or even velcro, and safer for a child as well.
It also does not hurt that Zip It zipper purses, especially the smaller variety, tend to be a tad cheaper than other types of purses, because a zip, unless with an extra special header, tends to be cheaper than other fittings for closure. Big, roomy, multi-compartment bags may be the flavor of the season, but for those that want to look trendy, but not at the cost of toting around heavy stuff, zipper purses provide the perfect fashion option. They are available in all the colors, embroideries and patterns that are hot this season. With a judicious collection, and making sure to check the zip quality while buying, you should be able to carry one on almost any occasion. |
