What is your preference in bag type?

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it's so fun to read all the different preferences. i have all styles (except the hobo) represented in my collection ; each event or day/night might call for something different so i'm prepared for anything. i do gravitate to convertibles, bags with detachable straps that have multiple wear options. i prefer a single top handle (kelly bags) and large clutches with a detachable wrist strap or crossbody strap. and i won't wear any bag over 4" in depth. i like a slim profile handbag or tote.
 
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My favorite type of handbag is a 2-way with a Shoulder Carry and a Cross Body. My Holy Grail handbag is the Chanel Strass Medium Boy bag because "bling is my thing"! It's the first Boy handbag that I purchased and it's still my favorite. I mostly carry it double strapped Shoulder carry, but I love the option of Cross Body at the grocery store, Target, etc. (Yes, I carry this kind of bling everywhere because it makes me happy) :happydance:
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I used to love big bags, (LV Artsy, Neverfull GM, Celine Phantom) but I'm starting to gravitate more towards smaller crossbody bags (pochette metis, Chanel boy, speedy b) I just love being hands-free, although I love the look of some top handle bags, I would never purchase one, unless it has a shoulder/crossbody strap .
 
Even though I tend to carry my bags in the crook of my arm or by my hands, I just have to have a shoulder option for when I need it. Crossbody just doesnt work for me as I'm busty and it just looks weird. Totes for work.
 
I have all bag types except hobos. However I tend to gravitate towards handheld satchels with detachable strap. The bags I love have these features:
1. flaps with interesting closures.
2. soft leather (smooth for the more refined look, pebbled for the casual look)
 
Definitely like bags that are carryable as a crossbody/but also as a clutch or handles. E.g. Celine nano in the micro size, the small mulberry cara backpack, or if going even smaller, the Miss Dior promenade.
 
I like all types
Shoulder, cross body, clutch, hand carry, totes, backpack etc.
I just use what matches my outfit or the occasion/event. I have at least two or three of each type.
 
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