Favourite Winter Accessory – TheWinterProject
Today’s post is week 2 of The Winter Project.
What I like about these types of series/project is that not all the posts are always what you are used to writing about already, so it adds in a little versatility you may have not added in before yourself.
For this week we are to post about our favourite winter accessory. My first thought was a scarf or item of jewellery, but I thought that a lot of people would probably be posting about these so I decided to do something a little different and go for a bright red handbag I have been loving recently.
It’s a cross-body bag from M&S, faux leather, and I love it.
Colour wise is it most definitely red, but has a slight warmness in the tone which the camera doesn’t really pick up, but which makes it perfect for this time of year when there are a lot of warmer/richer/berry shades around due to the cooler temperatures.
This bag is such a fabulous size as it’s not too big but also does hold a lot. I spend a lot of my time in the colder months either at work, shopping, or walking the dog. This bag is perfect to take with me to all three! Also due to the nature of the fabric is it easily wiped down if I get any dirt on it at all.
Cross body bags are something I have only just started using in the last few months but I must say I am loving them! When I am out and about I generally always have something in my hands, either my phone, a dog lead, paper or anything else, or even if I have gloves on, or a waterproof jacket where a standard strapped bag would just fall off my shoulder all the time, the cross body bags you can just put on, and then leave without any worry.
I also love the fact that this bag can either been seen as smart or casual, depending on the outfit. With jeans and over-sized jumper, with the bags strap at full length across the body looks great, but also on a shorter length of strap (as it is in the photo) and work/smarter clothes looks really good too.
Obviously I wear a lot of other accessories this time of year, and red doesn’t go with everything, but the majority of the time it does, and I love taking it with me.
This bag also has a zip under the main flap of the bag, so is nice and secure, and also that little bit more waterproof in case you get stuck in some bad weather!
I really love this bag, especially the bright red colour! I really love bright colours in the cooler months, as long as the colour has a slightly warmer/richer tone like this does.
Do you have a favourite bag of the season? What’s it like?
What would you say are your favourite accessories for this time of the year?
Link me your blog addresses for your The Winter Project posts, I want to read them all!
Kellie Jo
November 19, 2013 at 6:06 pmFab post lovely! I like that you went with something different…Also I love that bag, perfect for Christmas 🙂 x
Kammitted
November 19, 2013 at 6:22 pmThanks! I thought a lot would be going for the more obvious stuff, so went for something I thought less people would be talking about 🙂
Thank you, it’s lovely! 🙂 x
katie
November 19, 2013 at 6:07 pmThis bag is pretty! I do love a new bag – especially with straps I use my satchel 🙂
Aw I am gutted I haven’t had the chance to do this weeks project!
good post!
xx
Kammitted
November 19, 2013 at 6:23 pmThank you 🙂 I have a navy floral satchel too, this one is similar in style but a bit different 🙂 don’t worry about not doing it, just do yours when you can! 🙂 x
clare
November 19, 2013 at 6:47 pmGod I really miss having a handbag lol carry a changing bag everywhere now. Such a lovely colour. Thank you hunny for re following me xxx
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Kammitted
November 19, 2013 at 6:57 pmAwww, I am sure there are some pretty changing bags though! 🙂 I really like the colour too 🙂 no problem about re-following! I like your blog! 🙂 x
Ebony Jay
November 19, 2013 at 7:27 pmI love this bag! Now that school is winding down I can start looking for a new one (: great post!
Kammitted
November 19, 2013 at 8:56 pmThanks! I never liked satchels or that style of bag until I bought one, but now I love them! They are so handy and versatile! 🙂 x
Lianne
November 19, 2013 at 7:41 pmThat bag is really nice!! I’d never think of going with a red bag y’kno, but it looks perfect for this season!!
Lianne | TheBrunetteSays…
[Fancy being involved in a new blogger project? #TheSkinProject]
Kammitted
November 19, 2013 at 8:58 pmThanks! It can be a bit scary to people due to the colour, but I feel there are so many great neutrals out there at this time of year it’s nice to add some colour! x
Laura
November 19, 2013 at 8:21 pmI love red handbags 🙂 This bag looks fab for winter time!
Kammitted
November 19, 2013 at 8:58 pmThank you 🙂 I really like it! The fact it’s slightly water resistant is great for the unpredictable weather too lol x
Lizzie
November 19, 2013 at 11:57 pmLove how you went for a slightly different take on the winter accessory post! Really gorgeous bag, such a festive colour too! 😀 I think my favourite accessories this time of year are harts & scarves, I just love wrapping up all cosy + they make such a nice addition to an outfit but wintery bags are a must too!!
My #TheWinterProject post: http://head-full-of-flowers.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/thewinterproject-week-2-winter.html
Would love to know what you think!
L
xo
Kammitted
November 20, 2013 at 12:11 amThank you 🙂 I just thought I would be a bit different lol. I am loving scarves at the moment too, they are just so cosy and warm, and can look so cute too! Totally agree! 🙂 I will have a look at your blog now and leave you a comment back! 🙂 xx
Serena Davina
November 20, 2013 at 4:05 pmThe bag is a lovely colour, am obsessed with cross over bags too, I have a bright green one. Loved the detail in you post x
Kammitted
November 20, 2013 at 4:21 pmOh I love green! I bet yours is beautiful! Lovely for the holiday season too! 🙂 x
Nicoleta Alexandra
November 22, 2013 at 8:37 pmNice bag! <3
Kammitted
November 22, 2013 at 8:51 pmThank you! I am glad you like it 🙂
Joana Santos
November 25, 2013 at 2:16 amAdorei a mala! A cor é fantástica!