Currently worth about $72 billion, the luxury apparel market is booming across America. If you’re looking to get in with this market, accessories are an awesome place to start.

Classic luxury handbags are stylish, classy, and more affordable than blouses or dresses. But how can you choose a handbag that works well with your personal brand, style, and budget? Read on to answer these questions and get some luxury shopping tips.

1. Think About Your Finances

Everyone knows that a luxury handbag is an investment, but it’s still important that you set a realistic budget. Their prices are increasing as well- Louis Vuitton’s bestselling models have increased in price by 25% over the past year or so. You’ll need to think about how much money you have and how much you’re willing to spend on a handbag without digging yourself into debt.

To do this, you may want to look into deals and coupons online. You’re likely to find coupon codes on websites that help people save on luxury goods.

You also might want to consider buying a used luxury handbag. These still carry the brand name and clout of a luxury brand, but they cost less than new alternatives. There are awesome places where you can find used options that look like they’re new as well.

2. Do Your Research

Once you have a set budget, it’s time to start researching the handbag options that are available to you.

Head over to Google and search for images of available fashion accessories. Browse different brands until you find a designer whose style you like. You can then choose from their collections on their official website or look for used sites that sell the bags you prefer.

Pinterest is also an awesome place to begin research on handbags. You can create a board with bags that you like the look of and then go back later to look for trends. You’re likely to pin more of a certain color or style, which will let you know what to look at more closely.

3. Choose Something You Like

This should go without saying, but it’s important that you choose something you actually like before making a purchase. Think about the colors and patterns that you tend to prefer and get something in line with those preferences. Ask yourself before buying a bag whether it’s one that you actually feel deeply connected to.

Italian leather bags are a great option for those unsure of what to get. They come in tons of styles and colors so that you can select your favorite. Just make sure whether it matches your exact taste before hitting the “add to cart” button, and you can live without regrets.

Beyond Buying the Best Classic Luxury Handbags

Now that you know how to shop for classic luxury handbags the right way, it’s time to learn more about the style trends of 2022. Check out the “travel and entertainment” tab on our home page to learn more about what you can wear (and where you can show your new accessories off). You also can use the search function on our website to learn more about the hottest topics in fashion.